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Ensemble

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

Musicalische Compagney is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1990 in Germany. The ensemble is known for its performances of Baroque and Classical music, and has gained a reputation for its historically informed performances. The founding members of Musicalische Compagney were the violinist and conductor, Jürgen Sonnentheil, and the harpsichordist, Michael Borgstede. Both musicians had a passion for historically informed performance practice, and wanted to create an ensemble that would explore the music of the Baroque and Classical periods in a way that was true to the original intentions of the composers. Over the years, Musicalische Compagney has grown to include a number of other musicians, including cellists, violists, and other instrumentalists. However, the core of the ensemble remains Sonnentheil and Borgstede, who continue to lead the group and shape its artistic vision. One of the highlights of Musicalische Compagney's career was its performance at the Bachfest Leipzig in 2000. The ensemble was invited to perform Bach's St. John Passion, and its performance was widely praised for its authenticity and emotional power. The ensemble has also performed at other major festivals and concert halls throughout Europe, including the Berlin Philharmonic and the Salzburg Festival. In addition to its live performances, Musicalische Compagney has also recorded a number of albums, including recordings of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos and Handel's Water Music. These recordings have been well-received by critics and audiences alike, and have helped to establish the ensemble as one of the leading interpreters of Baroque and Classical music. Musicalische Compagney has received a number of awards and honors over the years, including the Echo Klassik award for its recording of Bach's St. John Passion. The ensemble has also been praised for its commitment to education and outreach, and has worked with a number of schools and community organizations to promote classical music and historical performance practice. Overall, Musicalische Compagney is a highly respected and influential ensemble in the world of classical music. Its commitment to historical performance practice and its dedication to bringing the music of the Baroque and Classical periods to life have made it a favorite among audiences and critics alike.

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