Ars Atlantica is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2012 by Spanish harpsichordist and conductor Enrique Solinis. The ensemble is based in Madrid, Spain, and is known for its performances of Baroque and early classical music. Enrique Solinis, who serves as the artistic director and conductor of Ars Atlantica, is a highly respected musician in the world of early music. He has performed with many of the leading ensembles in the field, including Hesperion XXI, Le Concert des Nations, and La Capella Reial de Catalunya. Solinis is also a prolific recording artist, with over 30 albums to his credit. The other members of Ars Atlantica are all accomplished musicians in their own right. The ensemble typically performs with a core group of musicians that includes violinists Pablo Suárez and David Mayoral, cellist Mercedes Ruiz, and flutist Guillermo Peñalver. However, the ensemble often collaborates with other musicians and singers depending on the repertoire being performed. Ars Atlantica has performed at many of the leading early music festivals in Europe, including the Festival de Música Antigua de Aranjuez, the Festival de Música Antigua de Úbeda y Baeza, and the Festival de Música Antigua de Gijón. The ensemble has also performed at prestigious venues such as the Teatro Real in Madrid and the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona. One of the highlights of Ars Atlantica's career was their performance of Handel's opera "Rinaldo" at the Festival de Música Antigua de Aranjuez in 2014. The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, with one reviewer describing it as "a triumph of Baroque music-making." The ensemble also received a standing ovation for their performance of Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" at the Palau de la Música Catalana in 2016. In addition to their live performances, Ars Atlantica has also released several recordings. Their debut album, "La Tarantella: Music of the Italian Baroque," was released in 2013 and received critical acclaim. The ensemble's second album, "The Art of Fugue," was released in 2015 and features their interpretation of Bach's masterpiece. Ars Atlantica has received several awards and honors for their work. In 2015, the ensemble was awarded the Premio Nacional de Música Clásica by the Spanish Ministry of Culture. The award recognizes outstanding contributions to classical music in Spain. The ensemble was also nominated for a Latin Grammy Award in 2016 for their recording of "The Art of Fugue." Overall, Ars Atlantica is a highly respected ensemble in the world of early music. Their performances are known for their technical precision, musicality, and passion. The ensemble's dedication to the music of the Baroque and early classical periods has earned them a loyal following and critical acclaim.

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