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Hungary

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Concerto

 

 

Symphony

 

Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1992 in Hungary. The ensemble is named after Prince Nikolaus Esterházy, who was a patron of the arts and a great supporter of music during the 18th century. The ensemble is known for its performances of classical and baroque music, and has gained a reputation for its high-quality performances and recordings. The founding members of the Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia were a group of young musicians who were passionate about classical music and wanted to create an ensemble that would showcase their talents. The ensemble was founded under the leadership of conductor Béla Drahos, who had previously worked with the Hungarian State Opera and the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra. The ensemble's main members include a core group of musicians who have been with the ensemble since its founding. These musicians include violinists János Rolla and Péter Kováts, violist Péter Bársony, cellist Tamás Mérei, and double bassist László Mező. The ensemble also features a rotating cast of guest musicians who join the ensemble for specific performances. One of the highlights of the Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia's career was their performance at the 1996 Salzburg Festival, where they performed Mozart's "Requiem" under the direction of conductor Iván Fischer. The performance was widely praised for its emotional depth and technical precision, and helped to establish the ensemble as one of the leading classical music ensembles in Europe. The ensemble has also received numerous awards and accolades for their recordings and performances. In 2001, they received the Hungarian Classical Music Award for their recording of Haydn's "The Seven Last Words of Christ." They have also been nominated for several Grammy Awards for their recordings of Mozart's "Requiem" and Beethoven's "Symphony No. 9." In addition to their performances and recordings, the Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia is also committed to music education and outreach. They regularly perform for school groups and community organizations, and have established a music education program for young musicians in Hungary. Overall, the Nicolaus Esterházy Sinfonia is a world-renowned classical music ensemble that has gained a reputation for their high-quality performances and recordings. With their commitment to music education and outreach, they are also helping to inspire the next generation of classical musicians and music lovers.

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