Genre

:

Chamber

 

Ensemble Amarillis is a French classical music ensemble that specializes in Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 1998 by Héloïse Gaillard, a French recorder player, and Violaine Cochard, a French harpsichordist. The ensemble's name is derived from the Amarillis flower, which symbolizes the beauty and fragility of life. The ensemble's main members include Héloïse Gaillard on recorder, Violaine Cochard on harpsichord, Alice Piérot on violin, Marianne Muller on viola da gamba, and Xavier Diaz-Latorre on theorbo. The ensemble also collaborates with other musicians and vocalists for specific performances. Ensemble Amarillis has performed in numerous prestigious venues and festivals around the world, including the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, the Wigmore Hall in London, and the Boston Early Music Festival. The ensemble has also performed at major festivals such as the Festival de Saintes, the Festival de Sablé, and the Festival de Musique Baroque de Versailles. One of the ensemble's most notable performances was their 2009 concert at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, where they performed Johann Sebastian Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. The concert was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and it was recorded and released as a CD by the French label Ambroisie. Ensemble Amarillis has also received numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2003, the ensemble won the prestigious Diapason d'Or award for their recording of Antonio Vivaldi's La Fida Ninfa. They have also been nominated for the International Classical Music Awards and the Gramophone Classical Music Awards. In addition to their performances and recordings, Ensemble Amarillis is also committed to music education and outreach. The ensemble regularly conducts workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, and they have collaborated with schools and community organizations to bring classical music to a wider audience. Overall, Ensemble Amarillis is a highly respected and acclaimed classical music ensemble that has made significant contributions to the world of Baroque music. With their virtuosic performances, innovative programming, and commitment to music education, the ensemble continues to inspire and delight audiences around the world.

More....