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The Dufay Collective is a renowned classical music ensemble that specializes in medieval and Renaissance music. The group was founded in 1987 by William Lyons, a British musician and scholar who had a passion for early music. The ensemble takes its name from the 15th-century composer Guillaume Dufay, who was one of the most influential composers of his time. The Dufay Collective is made up of a group of highly skilled musicians who are dedicated to performing early music with authenticity and passion. The ensemble's core members include William Lyons (recorders, bagpipes, and percussion), Susanna Pell (vielle and viola da gamba), Giles Lewin (violin, bagpipes, and voice), and Vivien Ellis (voice and harp). Over the years, the group has collaborated with a number of other musicians and ensembles, including the Hilliard Ensemble, the Orlando Consort, and the Tallis Scholars. One of the highlights of the Dufay Collective's career was their performance at the 1992 Edinburgh Festival, where they received critical acclaim for their interpretation of medieval and Renaissance music. The group has also performed at a number of other prestigious venues and festivals, including the Wigmore Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Festival de Musique Ancienne in Utrecht. In addition to their live performances, the Dufay Collective has also released a number of highly acclaimed recordings. Their debut album, "Cantigas de Santa Maria," was released in 1993 and featured music from the 13th-century Spanish manuscript of the same name. The album received widespread critical acclaim and helped to establish the group as one of the leading ensembles in the field of early music. Over the years, the Dufay Collective has received a number of awards and accolades for their contributions to the world of early music. In 1996, they were awarded the prestigious Gramophone Award for their album "Music for Alfonso the Wise," which featured music from the 13th-century Spanish court of King Alfonso X. The group has also been nominated for several other awards, including the BBC Music Magazine Award and the International Classical Music Award. Despite their success, the Dufay Collective remains committed to their mission of bringing early music to a wider audience. They continue to perform and record music from the medieval and Renaissance periods, and their passion and dedication to their craft have made them one of the most respected ensembles in the world of early music.

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