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Barokkanerne is a Norwegian classical music ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 1989 by violinist and conductor, Bjarte Eike, and has since become one of the most renowned Baroque ensembles in Europe. Bjarte Eike, who was born in Norway in 1966, began playing the violin at the age of seven. He studied at the Norwegian Academy of Music and later at the Royal College of Music in London. Eike's passion for Baroque music led him to form Barokkanerne, which he envisioned as a group of musicians who would perform Baroque music in a historically informed manner. The ensemble's name, Barokkanerne, is a Norwegian word that means "the Baroque people." The name reflects the ensemble's commitment to the Baroque period and its music. The ensemble's repertoire includes works by composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, and Telemann, among others. Barokkanerne's main members are Bjarte Eike (violin), Per Buhre (violin), Peter Spissky (violin), Elin Eriksson (violin), Linn Andrea Fuglseth (soprano), and Thomas Guthrie (baritone). The ensemble also collaborates with other musicians and singers, depending on the repertoire. Barokkanerne has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls and festivals in Europe, including the Wigmore Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, and the Salzburg Festival. The ensemble has also toured extensively in Norway and other countries, including the United States, Japan, and Australia. One of the highlights of Barokkanerne's career was its performance of Bach's St. John Passion at the Salzburg Festival in 2012. The performance was praised by critics for its "clarity, precision, and emotional intensity." The ensemble's recording of the St. John Passion, released in 2014, was also well-received and won the prestigious Diapason d'Or award. Another notable performance by Barokkanerne was its collaboration with the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet in 2017. The ensemble performed Handel's opera, Rinaldo, in a production directed by Stefan Herheim. The production was praised for its innovative staging and the ensemble's "vibrant and expressive" performance. Barokkanerne has also received numerous awards and accolades for its recordings. In addition to the Diapason d'Or award for the St. John Passion, the ensemble's recording of Vivaldi's Four Seasons won the Spellemannprisen (Norwegian Grammy) in 2015. The ensemble's recording of Telemann's Tafelmusik was also nominated for a Grammy award in 2018. Barokkanerne's success can be attributed to its commitment to performing Baroque music in a historically informed manner. The ensemble uses period instruments and follows the performance practices of the Baroque period, such as improvisation and ornamentation. This approach has earned the ensemble a reputation for its "fresh and lively" performances. In addition to its performances and recordings, Barokkanerne is also committed to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly gives masterclasses and workshops for young musicians and has collaborated with schools and community organizations to promote classical music. In conclusion, Barokkanerne is a Norwegian classical music ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque music in a historically informed manner. The ensemble was founded by Bjarte Eike in 1989 and has since become one of the most renowned Baroque ensembles in Europe.

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