The Dresdner Kapellsolisten is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1992 in Dresden, Germany. The ensemble is made up of highly skilled musicians who are dedicated to performing the works of the great composers of the Baroque and Classical periods. The founding members of the Dresdner Kapellsolisten were all musicians who had previously played together in the Dresden State Orchestra. They decided to form their own ensemble in order to focus on the music of the Baroque and Classical periods, which they felt was not getting enough attention in the classical music world at the time. The ensemble's name, Kapellsolisten, comes from the German word "Kapelle," which means "chapel" or "orchestra." The name reflects the ensemble's commitment to performing music in the tradition of the great court orchestras of the Baroque and Classical periods. The Dresdner Kapellsolisten has a core group of musicians who perform together regularly, but the ensemble also collaborates with guest soloists and conductors from around the world. The ensemble's core members include violinists Peter Bruns and Antje Weithaas, violist Nils Mönkemeyer, cellist Jan Vogler, and harpsichordist Michael Rische. One of the highlights of the Dresdner Kapellsolisten's career was their performance at the 1994 Dresden Music Festival. The ensemble performed a program of works by Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi, which was met with critical acclaim. The ensemble's performance was praised for its precision, energy, and musicality. Since then, the Dresdner Kapellsolisten has gone on to perform at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls and music festivals. They have performed at the Salzburg Festival, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Royal Albert Hall in London, among others. In addition to their live performances, the Dresdner Kapellsolisten has also recorded several albums. Their recordings have been praised for their technical excellence and their ability to capture the spirit of the Baroque and Classical periods. The ensemble has received numerous awards and accolades throughout their career. In 2002, they were awarded the Echo Klassik award for their recording of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. They have also been awarded the German Record Critics' Award and the Diapason d'Or. Overall, the Dresdner Kapellsolisten is a world-renowned classical music ensemble that is known for their technical excellence, musicality, and commitment to the music of the Baroque and Classical periods. Their performances and recordings have earned them a place among the great classical music ensembles of our time.

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