New Century Baroque is a classical music ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 2007 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for the music of the Baroque era. The founding members of the ensemble were violinist Daniel Lee, cellist William Skeen, and harpsichordist Corey Jamason. Daniel Lee, the artistic director of New Century Baroque, is a renowned violinist who has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles. He has also recorded extensively, and his recordings have received critical acclaim. William Skeen, the cellist of the ensemble, is also a highly respected musician who has performed with many of the world's leading Baroque ensembles. Corey Jamason, the harpsichordist of the ensemble, is a specialist in Baroque keyboard music and has performed extensively as a soloist and chamber musician. New Century Baroque has performed at many of the world's leading concert halls and festivals, including the Lincoln Center in New York, the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., and the Edinburgh International Festival in Scotland. The ensemble has also collaborated with many of the world's leading soloists, including mezzo-soprano Anne Sofie von Otter and violinist Rachel Podger. One of the highlights of New Century Baroque's career was their performance at the 2010 Edinburgh International Festival. The ensemble performed a program of music by J.S. Bach, which was highly praised by critics and audiences alike. The ensemble's performance was described as "exquisite" and "mesmerizing" by The Scotsman, one of Scotland's leading newspapers. New Century Baroque has also received many awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2012, the ensemble was awarded the Diapason d'Or, one of the most prestigious awards in the classical music world, for their recording of J.S. Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. The ensemble has also been praised for their recordings of music by Handel, Vivaldi, and Telemann. In addition to their performances and recordings, New Century Baroque is also committed to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly performs in schools and community centers, and they have developed educational programs that introduce young people to the music of the Baroque era. The ensemble also offers masterclasses and workshops for aspiring musicians. New Century Baroque is a world-class ensemble that has earned a reputation for their virtuosic performances and their commitment to the music of the Baroque era. With their passion for the music and their dedication to education and outreach, the ensemble is sure to continue to inspire and delight audiences for many years to come.

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