Period

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Renaissance

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Viva Voce is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1998 by two musicians, Peter Phillips and Mark Tucker. The ensemble is known for its performances of Renaissance and Baroque music, and has gained a reputation for its innovative and dynamic interpretations of these works. Peter Phillips, the founder and director of Viva Voce, is a renowned conductor and musicologist. He has worked with many of the world's leading orchestras and choirs, and has recorded over 70 albums of early music. Mark Tucker, the ensemble's co-founder and tenor, is also a highly respected musician, with a career spanning over 30 years. The ensemble's name, Viva Voce, means "by word of mouth" in Latin, and reflects the group's commitment to performing music that has been passed down through the centuries by oral tradition. The ensemble's repertoire includes works by composers such as Monteverdi, Palestrina, and Bach, as well as lesser-known works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. One of the highlights of Viva Voce's career was their performance at the 2002 Proms, the annual music festival held in London. The ensemble performed a program of works by Monteverdi, including his famous Vespers of 1610. The performance was widely praised by critics, who noted the ensemble's precision and energy. In addition to their performances, Viva Voce has also received numerous awards and accolades for their recordings. Their album of Bach's Mass in B Minor, released in 2005, was named "Recording of the Year" by Gramophone magazine. The ensemble has also won several awards from the International Classical Music Awards, including "Best Early Music Ensemble" in 2010. Viva Voce has undergone several changes in membership over the years, but has maintained a consistent commitment to excellence in performance and interpretation. The ensemble's current members include sopranos Julia Doyle and Clare Wilkinson, tenors Charles Daniels and James Gilchrist, and basses Peter Harvey and Matthew Brook. Despite the challenges faced by classical music ensembles in the 21st century, Viva Voce has continued to thrive and innovate. The ensemble's commitment to performing early music with passion and precision has earned them a loyal following of fans and critics alike, and their recordings and performances continue to inspire and delight audiences around the world.

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