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Le Parlement de Musique is a French classical music ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque and Renaissance music. The ensemble was founded in 1998 by Martin Gester, a French conductor and harpsichordist. Gester had previously worked with several other early music ensembles, including Les Arts Florissants and La Chapelle Royale. The name "Le Parlement de Musique" is a reference to the French parliament, which was a center of political and cultural life in France during the Baroque period. The ensemble's mission is to recreate the music that would have been heard in the French court and parliament during the 17th and 18th centuries. The ensemble's core members include Martin Gester on harpsichord, violinist François Fernandez, cellist Marianne Muller, and soprano Maria Cristina Kiehr. The ensemble also frequently collaborates with other musicians and vocalists, depending on the repertoire being performed. Le Parlement de Musique has performed at many of the world's most prestigious music festivals, including the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence, the Salzburg Festival, and the Edinburgh International Festival. The ensemble has also toured extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. One of the ensemble's most notable performances was a production of Jean-Philippe Rameau's opera "Les Indes Galantes" at the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence in 2004. The production was directed by Clément Hervieu-Léger and featured a cast of over 100 performers, including dancers and actors. The production was widely praised for its innovative staging and musical interpretation. Le Parlement de Musique has also received numerous awards and accolades for its recordings. The ensemble's recording of Marc-Antoine Charpentier's "Te Deum" won the Diapason d'Or award in 2001, and their recording of Jean-Baptiste Lully's "Atys" won the Grand Prix du Disque in 2003. In addition to their performances and recordings, Le Parlement de Musique is also committed to music education and outreach. The ensemble frequently gives masterclasses and workshops for young musicians, and they have also collaborated with schools and community organizations to bring early music to a wider audience. Overall, Le Parlement de Musique is a highly respected and influential ensemble in the world of early music. Their commitment to historical accuracy and musical excellence has earned them a devoted following and numerous accolades over the years.

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