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Schola Bamberg is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1993 in Bamberg, Germany. The ensemble is known for its performances of early music, particularly from the Baroque period, and has gained a reputation for its high level of musicianship and attention to historical performance practices. The founding members of Schola Bamberg were a group of musicians who had previously played together in other ensembles, including the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra. They were united by a shared passion for early music and a desire to explore the repertoire in a historically informed way. The ensemble's name, "Schola Bamberg," reflects this focus on education and learning, as the word "schola" means "school" in Latin. The main members of Schola Bamberg are a core group of instrumentalists and singers who perform together regularly. The ensemble is led by conductor and harpsichordist Jörg Straube, who has been with the group since its founding. Other key members include violinist and concertmaster Eva Borhi, cellist and gambist Hille Perl, and soprano Dorothee Mields. Schola Bamberg has performed extensively throughout Europe and the United States, and has been featured at major festivals and concert series. Some of the ensemble's most notable performances include appearances at the Boston Early Music Festival, the Utrecht Early Music Festival, and the Tage Alter Musik festival in Regensburg, Germany. In addition to its live performances, Schola Bamberg has also released several recordings, including a series of albums devoted to the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. The ensemble's recordings have received critical acclaim and have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Diapason d'Or and the Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik. One of the highlights of Schola Bamberg's career was its performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion at the Thomaskirche in Leipzig, Germany, in 2000. This performance was particularly significant because the Thomaskirche was the church where Bach had served as music director for many years, and the St. Matthew Passion was one of his most famous works. Schola Bamberg's performance was praised for its authenticity and emotional power, and was broadcast on German television. Another notable performance by Schola Bamberg was its collaboration with the choreographer Sasha Waltz on a production of Bach's Mass in B Minor. This production, which premiered in 2010, combined dance and music in a unique and innovative way, and was widely praised for its creativity and beauty. Schola Bamberg has also been recognized for its educational work, particularly in the area of early music. The ensemble has conducted workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, and has worked with schools and universities to promote the study and performance of early music. In 2013, Schola Bamberg was awarded the Echo Klassik prize for its educational activities. Overall, Schola Bamberg is a highly respected and influential ensemble in the world of early music. Its commitment to historical performance practices and its dedication to education have made it a leader in the field, and its performances and recordings have earned it a devoted following among music lovers around the world.

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