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Magdalena Consort is a classical music ensemble that specializes in performing music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The group was founded in 2008 by the British tenor, conductor, and musicologist Peter Harvey, who serves as its artistic director. The ensemble takes its name from Mary Magdalene, a figure from the Bible who has been associated with music and the arts. Peter Harvey has had a distinguished career as a singer and conductor, performing with many of the world's leading early music ensembles. He has also been involved in music education and research, and has published several books and articles on the history of music. With the Magdalena Consort, he has assembled a group of talented musicians who share his passion for early music and his commitment to historical authenticity. The Magdalena Consort has performed at many prestigious venues and festivals around the world, including the Wigmore Hall in London, the Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, and the Boston Early Music Festival. The ensemble has also recorded several critically acclaimed albums, including "Music for the House of Hapsburg" and "Music for the Duke of Lerma." One of the highlights of the Magdalena Consort's career was their performance of Bach's St. John Passion at the Wigmore Hall in 2014. This was a particularly challenging work, requiring a large ensemble and a high level of technical skill from the performers. The concert was a great success, with the ensemble receiving rave reviews for their interpretation of the piece. Another notable performance by the Magdalena Consort was their appearance at the Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht in 2016. The ensemble performed a program of music by the Spanish composer Francisco Guerrero, which was well received by both audiences and critics. This performance demonstrated the ensemble's versatility and their ability to bring lesser-known works to life. In addition to their performances, the Magdalena Consort has also received several awards and accolades for their recordings. Their album "Music for the House of Hapsburg" was nominated for a Gramophone Award in 2015, and their recording of music by the English composer John Sheppard was named one of the best classical albums of 2015 by The Guardian. Overall, the Magdalena Consort has established itself as one of the leading ensembles in the field of early music. With their commitment to historical authenticity and their passion for the music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, they have won the admiration of audiences and critics alike. As they continue to perform and record, it is clear that the Magdalena Consort will remain an important force in the world of classical music for years to come.

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