Role

:

Ensemble

 

I Quattro Temperamenti is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2004 in Italy. The group consists of four members, each of whom plays a different instrument: Marco Bianchi on the violin, Luca Ranieri on the cello, Andrea Buccarella on the harpsichord, and Fabio Ceccarelli on the theorbo. The ensemble takes its name from the four temperaments, a theory from ancient Greek medicine that suggests that there are four fundamental personality types: sanguine, choleric, melancholic, and phlegmatic. The members of I Quattro Temperamenti believe that their different instruments and playing styles correspond to these four temperaments, and they strive to bring out the unique qualities of each temperament in their performances. Since its founding, I Quattro Temperamenti has become known for its innovative and engaging performances of Baroque and early classical music. The group has performed at major festivals and concert halls throughout Europe, including the Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, the Festival de Musique Baroque de Pontoise, and the Wigmore Hall in London. One of the highlights of the ensemble's career was its performance at the 2010 Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, where they presented a program of music by the Italian composer Giovanni Battista Fontana. The performance was praised for its virtuosity and expressive power, and it helped to establish I Quattro Temperamenti as one of the leading ensembles in the early music scene. In addition to its live performances, I Quattro Temperamenti has also released several critically acclaimed recordings. The group's debut album, "La Bella Minuta," was released in 2007 and featured music by the Italian composer Giovanni Battista Vitali. The album was praised for its lively and engaging performances, and it helped to establish I Quattro Temperamenti as a major force in the early music recording industry. Over the years, I Quattro Temperamenti has received numerous awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. In 2011, the group was awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or for its recording of music by the Italian composer Antonio Caldara. The award recognized the ensemble's exceptional musicianship and its ability to bring new life to lesser-known works from the Baroque era. Despite its success, I Quattro Temperamenti remains committed to exploring new and innovative approaches to early music performance. The group continues to push the boundaries of what is possible with historical instruments and techniques, and it remains one of the most exciting and dynamic ensembles in the early music world today.

More....