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Les Basses Réunies is a French classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of Baroque music. The group was founded in 1988 by Bruno Cocset, a renowned cellist and musicologist, and has since become one of the most respected and acclaimed ensembles in the world of early music. Bruno Cocset was born in 1963 in the French city of Nantes. He began playing the cello at a young age and quickly showed a talent for the instrument. He went on to study at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris, where he was taught by some of the most distinguished cellists of the time, including Maurice Gendron and Paul Tortelier. After completing his studies, Cocset began performing with some of the leading orchestras and ensembles in France, including the Orchestre National de France and Les Arts Florissants. However, he soon became disillusioned with the traditional approach to classical music performance, which he felt was too rigid and lacking in creativity. In 1988, Cocset decided to form his own ensemble, which he called Les Basses Réunies. The group was initially made up of a small number of musicians, all of whom shared Cocset's passion for early music and his desire to explore new approaches to performance. Over the years, Les Basses Réunies has grown in size and reputation, and today it is considered one of the most innovative and exciting ensembles in the world of early music. The group's repertoire includes works by some of the greatest composers of the Baroque era, including Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, and Telemann. One of the highlights of Les Basses Réunies' career came in 1999, when the group was invited to perform at the prestigious Festival de Saintes in France. The festival is one of the most important events in the world of early music, and the invitation was a testament to the group's growing reputation. Since then, Les Basses Réunies has performed at many of the world's leading music festivals, including the Edinburgh International Festival, the Salzburg Festival, and the Festival de La Chaise-Dieu. The group has also released numerous recordings, many of which have received critical acclaim and won awards. One of the most notable of these recordings is the group's 2005 album, "Bach: Suites pour violoncelle seul." The album features Cocset performing Bach's six suites for solo cello, and it has been praised for its virtuosity and emotional depth. In addition to his work with Les Basses Réunies, Cocset has also pursued a successful solo career as a cellist and has collaborated with many of the world's leading musicians. He has recorded more than 30 albums, many of which have won awards and critical acclaim. Cocset's contributions to the world of early music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2003, he was awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or for his recording of Bach's cello suites, and in 2010 he was awarded the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government in recognition of his contributions to the arts. Today, Les Basses Réunies continues to push the boundaries of early music performance, exploring new approaches and techniques while remaining true to the spirit of the music. The group's performances are characterized by their energy, passion, and technical excellence, and they continue to inspire and delight audiences around the world.

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