Period

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Renaissance

 

 

Baroque

Genre

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Choral

 

Concerto Palatino is a renowned classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of early music. The ensemble was founded in 1987 by Bruce Dickey, a renowned cornettist, and Charles Toet, a percussionist. The group is based in Basel, Switzerland, and has gained international recognition for its unique sound and interpretation of early music. The ensemble's name, Concerto Palatino, is derived from the Palatine Hill in Rome, which was the site of the ancient Roman emperors' palace. The name reflects the group's focus on the music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, which were characterized by the patronage of the wealthy and powerful. Concerto Palatino's main members include Bruce Dickey on cornetto, Charles Toet on percussion, and other musicians who specialize in early music. The group's instrumentation varies depending on the repertoire, but typically includes cornetto, sackbut, dulcian, viola da gamba, lute, harp, and percussion. The ensemble's performances are characterized by their virtuosity, precision, and attention to historical detail. Concerto Palatino's members are experts in the performance practices of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, and they use historical instruments and techniques to recreate the sound of early music. One of the highlights of Concerto Palatino's career was their performance at the 1990 Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, the Netherlands. The festival is one of the most prestigious early music festivals in the world, and Concerto Palatino's performance was widely praised for its virtuosity and historical accuracy. In 1993, Concerto Palatino released their first album, "Canzoni e Danze," which featured music from the Italian Renaissance. The album was well-received by critics and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation as one of the leading early music groups in Europe. Over the years, Concerto Palatino has performed at many of the world's leading early music festivals, including the Boston Early Music Festival, the Festival de Musique Ancienne de Callas, and the Tage Alter Musik Regensburg. The ensemble has also collaborated with many of the world's leading early music ensembles, including Hesperion XXI, La Capella Reial de Catalunya, and the Tallis Scholars. In addition to their performances, Concerto Palatino has also been recognized for their recordings. The ensemble has released several critically acclaimed albums, including "Canzoni e Danze," "La Bella Minuta," and "La Pellegrina." Their recordings have won several awards, including the Diapason d'Or and the Gramophone Award. Concerto Palatino's commitment to historical accuracy and virtuosic performance has made them one of the most respected early music ensembles in the world. Their performances and recordings have helped to bring the music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods to a wider audience, and their influence can be heard in the work of many of today's leading early music ensembles.

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