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Academy for Ancient Music Berlin is a classical music ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque and early Classical music. The ensemble was founded in 1982 by a group of musicians who were passionate about historically informed performance practice. The founding members included Bernhard Forck, Michael Erxleben, and Stephan Mai. The ensemble quickly gained recognition for their innovative approach to performing early music. They were one of the first ensembles to use period instruments and to perform music in the style of the time it was written. This approach allowed them to bring a new level of authenticity to their performances and to showcase the beauty and complexity of early music. Over the years, Academy for Ancient Music Berlin has become one of the most respected and acclaimed early music ensembles in the world. They have performed at major concert halls and festivals throughout Europe and North America, and have collaborated with some of the most renowned soloists and conductors in the field. One of the highlights of the ensemble's career was their performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion at the Berlin Philharmonic in 1999. The performance was hailed as a triumph and was later released on CD and DVD. The ensemble has also recorded numerous other albums, including works by Handel, Vivaldi, and Telemann. Academy for Ancient Music Berlin has received numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. They have won the Echo Klassik award multiple times, and have been nominated for a Grammy Award. In 2014, they were awarded the Bach Medal by the city of Leipzig, in recognition of their contributions to the performance of Bach's music. The ensemble's current members include Bernhard Forck (violin), Georg Kallweit (violin), Xenia Löffler (oboe), Christoph Huntgeburth (flute), Stephan Mai (viola), Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin (cello), and Raphael Alpermann (harpsichord). Each member is a highly skilled and experienced musician, with a deep understanding of early music and historically informed performance practice. Academy for Ancient Music Berlin continues to be a leading force in the world of early music. Their commitment to authenticity and excellence has earned them a devoted following and a place among the most respected ensembles in the field. Their performances are a testament to the enduring beauty and power of early music, and a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating our musical heritage.

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