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Ensemble

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Chamber

 

The Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments is a classical music ensemble that specializes in plucked string instruments. The ensemble was founded in 1998 by a group of music enthusiasts who wanted to promote the beauty and versatility of plucked instruments in classical music. The founding members of the Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments were all accomplished musicians who had a passion for plucked string instruments. They included guitarists, mandolinists, lutenists, and harpists, among others. The ensemble started with just a handful of members, but it quickly grew in size and popularity. One of the main goals of the Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments was to showcase the unique sound and capabilities of plucked instruments in classical music. The ensemble's repertoire includes a wide range of music, from Baroque and Renaissance pieces to contemporary compositions. Over the years, the Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments has performed at numerous venues and events, both in their home country of Russia and abroad. Some of their most notable performances include concerts at the Moscow Conservatory, the St. Petersburg Philharmonic, and the Tchaikovsky Concert Hall. The ensemble has also participated in several international music festivals, including the Festival Internacional de la Guitarra in Spain and the Festival de Musique de Chambre de Paris in France. These performances have earned the Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments a reputation as one of the premier plucked string ensembles in the world. In addition to their live performances, the Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments has also released several recordings. Their debut album, "Plucked Strings in Baroque Music," was released in 2001 and received critical acclaim. The ensemble has since released several more albums, including "Plucked Strings in Classical Music" and "Plucked Strings in Contemporary Music." The Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 2005, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Golden Mask Award for their performance of Vivaldi's "Concerto for Lute and Strings." The Golden Mask Award is one of the highest honors in Russian theater and music. In 2010, the Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments was invited to perform at the World Expo in Shanghai, China. Their performance was widely praised and helped to further raise the ensemble's international profile. Today, the Central Music Academy Orchestra of Plucked Instruments continues to be a leading force in the world of plucked string ensembles. The ensemble's dedication to promoting the beauty and versatility of plucked instruments in classical music has earned them a loyal following and a reputation as one of the most innovative and exciting ensembles in the world.

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