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La Camera delle Lacrime is a French classical music ensemble that specializes in early music and traditional music from around the world. The ensemble was founded in 2004 by Bruno Bonhoure, a French tenor and musicologist, and Khaï-dong Luong, a Vietnamese musician and composer. The ensemble's name, which translates to "The Chamber of Tears," reflects its focus on music that expresses deep emotions and spiritual themes. The ensemble's core members include Bruno Bonhoure (tenor and artistic director), Khaï-dong Luong (composer and multi-instrumentalist), and Vincent Leterme (harpsichordist and organist). Other musicians who have performed with the ensemble include Jean-Luc Tamby (violinist), Jean-Luc Ho (percussionist), and Jean-Luc Ponthieux (violist). La Camera delle Lacrime has performed at major festivals and concert halls throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. Some of the ensemble's most notable performances include a concert at the Cité de la Musique in Paris in 2006, a performance at the Festival de Musique Baroque de Pontoise in 2008, and a concert at the Festival de Musique Ancienne de Callas in 2010. In addition to its live performances, La Camera delle Lacrime has released several critically acclaimed recordings. The ensemble's debut album, "Lamento di Tristano," was released in 2006 and features traditional music from Italy, Spain, and France. The album received widespread praise for its innovative arrangements and emotional depth. La Camera delle Lacrime's second album, "Le Miroir de Musique," was released in 2010 and features music from the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The album includes works by composers such as Guillaume de Machaut, Francesco Landini, and John Dowland. The album was praised for its meticulous attention to historical detail and its sensitive interpretations of the music. In 2013, La Camera delle Lacrime released "Tears of Joy," an album that explores the theme of joy in traditional music from around the world. The album features music from countries such as Vietnam, India, and Morocco, as well as traditional European music. The album was praised for its diversity and its ability to evoke a wide range of emotions. La Camera delle Lacrime has received numerous awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. In 2007, the ensemble was awarded the Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour le chant choral, a prestigious award for choral music in France. In 2011, the ensemble was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque de l'Académie Charles Cros for its album "Le Miroir de Musique." The ensemble has also been nominated for several other awards, including the Victoires de la Musique Classique and the BBC Music Magazine Awards. La Camera delle Lacrime continues to be a leading ensemble in the world of early and traditional music. With its innovative arrangements, emotional depth, and commitment to historical accuracy, the ensemble has earned a reputation as one of the most exciting and dynamic groups in the field.

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