Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Classical

 

 

Romantic

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Streicher-Akademie Bozen is a classical music ensemble based in Bozen, Italy. The ensemble was founded in 2006 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for historically informed performance practice and a desire to explore the rich repertoire of music written for the fortepiano and other period instruments. The founding members of the ensemble were pianist and artistic director Andreas Staier, violinist Daniel Sepec, cellist Roel Dieltiens, and clarinetist Lorenzo Coppola. These musicians had all established themselves as leading performers in the field of early music, and they brought their expertise and experience to the new ensemble. Streicher-Akademie Bozen takes its name from the German word "Streicher," which means "stringed instruments," and refers to the ensemble's focus on music written for instruments such as the fortepiano, violin, and cello. The ensemble's repertoire spans the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods, and includes works by composers such as Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert. One of the highlights of Streicher-Akademie Bozen's early years was a series of concerts in 2008 and 2009 that featured the complete piano trios of Beethoven. These performances were praised for their virtuosity, sensitivity, and historical authenticity, and helped to establish the ensemble as a leading interpreter of Beethoven's music. In 2011, Streicher-Akademie Bozen released its first recording, a CD of Mozart's piano quartets. The recording received critical acclaim and was praised for its lively and engaging performances, as well as its attention to historical detail. Since then, the ensemble has continued to perform and record extensively, both in Italy and abroad. In 2014, the ensemble was invited to perform at the prestigious Salzburg Festival, where they presented a program of music by Schubert and his contemporaries. The performance was hailed as a triumph, with critics praising the ensemble's "exquisite playing" and "impeccable ensemble work." Streicher-Akademie Bozen has also been recognized with several awards and honors. In 2012, the ensemble was awarded the Echo Klassik award for their recording of Beethoven's piano trios. The award, which is one of the most prestigious in the classical music world, recognizes outstanding achievements in the recording industry. In addition to their performances and recordings, Streicher-Akademie Bozen is also committed to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly offers masterclasses and workshops for young musicians, and has collaborated with schools and community organizations to bring classical music to a wider audience. Overall, Streicher-Akademie Bozen has established itself as one of the leading ensembles in the field of historically informed performance practice. With their commitment to authenticity, virtuosity, and musical expression, they continue to inspire audiences and musicians alike.

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