The Baroque Studio Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 2005 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for the music of the Baroque era. The founding members of the ensemble were violinist Maria Krestinskaya, cellist Dmitry Khrychev, and harpsichordist Olga Martynova. The Baroque Studio Orchestra is based in Moscow, Russia, and has become one of the leading Baroque ensembles in the country. The ensemble has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in Russia, including the Moscow Conservatory, the Tchaikovsky Concert Hall, and the Bolshoi Theatre. The ensemble's main members are Maria Krestinskaya (violin), Dmitry Khrychev (cello), Olga Martynova (harpsichord), and Anna Dmitrieva (violin). The ensemble also collaborates with other musicians, including singers and instrumentalists, depending on the repertoire being performed. The Baroque Studio Orchestra has a wide repertoire that includes works by some of the most famous Baroque composers, such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, and Telemann. The ensemble is known for its historically informed performances, which aim to recreate the sound and style of Baroque music as it would have been heard during the era. One of the highlights of the Baroque Studio Orchestra's career was its performance of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos at the Moscow Conservatory in 2010. The concert was highly acclaimed by both audiences and critics, and it helped to establish the ensemble's reputation as one of the leading Baroque ensembles in Russia. In addition to its performances, the Baroque Studio Orchestra has also received several awards and accolades. In 2012, the ensemble was awarded the Grand Prix at the International Early Music Festival in St. Petersburg. The following year, the ensemble was invited to perform at the prestigious Festival de Musique Baroque de Pontoise in France. The Baroque Studio Orchestra continues to perform regularly in Russia and abroad, and it has become a beloved ensemble among classical music enthusiasts. The ensemble's commitment to historically informed performances and its dedication to the music of the Baroque era have made it a valuable contributor to the world of classical music.

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