Role

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Ensemble

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

Ars Longa La Havana Ensemble is a classical music ensemble that was founded in Havana, Cuba in 1994. The ensemble is known for its unique blend of early music and traditional Cuban music, which has earned them international recognition and acclaim. The ensemble was founded by Cuban musician and musicologist, Teresa Paz. Paz had a vision of creating an ensemble that would showcase the rich musical heritage of Cuba, while also exploring the early music of Europe and Latin America. She assembled a group of talented musicians who shared her passion for music and her desire to create something new and exciting. The main members of the ensemble include Teresa Paz (director, recorder, and percussion), Aland López (violin), Lourdes Ambriz (violin), and Eduardo Coma (viola da gamba). Over the years, the ensemble has also collaborated with many other musicians and artists, both from Cuba and from around the world. One of the highlights of the ensemble's career was their performance at the 2003 Boston Early Music Festival. The festival is one of the most prestigious early music festivals in the world, and the ensemble's performance was widely praised for its energy, creativity, and virtuosity. The ensemble has also performed at many other major festivals and venues, including the Festival Internacional Cervantino in Mexico, the Festival de Música Antigua de Úbeda y Baeza in Spain, and the Festival de Música Antigua de Sevilla in Spain. In addition to their live performances, the ensemble has also released several critically acclaimed recordings. Their debut album, "Música Barroca Cubana," was released in 1998 and featured a collection of early Cuban music from the 17th and 18th centuries. The album was praised for its authenticity and its ability to bring to life a forgotten era of Cuban music. The ensemble has since released several other albums, including "Habaneras, Guarachas y Danzones" and "Música de la Nueva España." The ensemble has received many awards and honors over the years, including the National Music Award of Cuba in 2004. The award recognized the ensemble's contributions to the preservation and promotion of Cuban music, as well as their innovative approach to blending different musical traditions. The ensemble has also been recognized by the Latin Grammy Awards, receiving nominations in 2005 and 2007. Despite their success and recognition, the ensemble remains committed to their mission of exploring and celebrating the rich musical heritage of Cuba. They continue to perform and record music that reflects the diversity and creativity of Cuban culture, while also exploring new and exciting musical possibilities. Through their music, the ensemble has become a cultural ambassador for Cuba, sharing their unique blend of early music and traditional Cuban music with audiences around the world.

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