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Sax Allemande is a classical music ensemble that specializes in saxophone music. The ensemble was founded in 2008 by four saxophonists who shared a passion for classical music and a desire to explore the possibilities of the saxophone in this genre. The founding members of Sax Allemande were Jérôme Laran, Julien Petit, Guillaume Berceau, and Nicolas Prost. The ensemble's name, Sax Allemande, is a play on words. "Sax" refers to the saxophone, while "Allemande" is a type of baroque dance that originated in Germany. The name reflects the ensemble's interest in both classical music and the saxophone's German heritage. Sax Allemande's main members are still the four founding members. Jérôme Laran plays the soprano saxophone, Julien Petit plays the alto saxophone, Guillaume Berceau plays the tenor saxophone, and Nicolas Prost plays the baritone saxophone. Each member of the ensemble is a highly skilled musician with a background in classical music. Since its founding, Sax Allemande has performed at numerous concerts and festivals around the world. The ensemble has been praised for its innovative approach to classical music and its ability to showcase the versatility of the saxophone. Some of the highlights of Sax Allemande's major performances include: - In 2010, Sax Allemande performed at the World Saxophone Congress in Bangkok, Thailand. The ensemble's performance was well-received by both the audience and the critics, and it helped to establish Sax Allemande as a leading ensemble in the world of classical saxophone music. - In 2012, Sax Allemande released its debut album, "Sax Allemande Plays Bach." The album features the ensemble's unique arrangements of some of Bach's most famous works, including the Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 and the Goldberg Variations. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to cement Sax Allemande's reputation as a top classical music ensemble. - In 2014, Sax Allemande performed at the Festival de Musique de Menton in France. The ensemble's performance was a highlight of the festival, and it helped to introduce Sax Allemande to a wider audience in Europe. - In 2016, Sax Allemande performed at the World Saxophone Congress in Strasbourg, France. The ensemble's performance was once again well-received, and it helped to solidify Sax Allemande's position as one of the top classical music ensembles in the world. Sax Allemande has also received numerous awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. Some of the ensemble's most notable awards include: - In 2011, Sax Allemande won the Grand Prize at the International Chamber Music Competition in Osaka, Japan. The ensemble's performance was praised for its technical skill and musicality, and it helped to establish Sax Allemande as a leading chamber music ensemble. - In 2013, Sax Allemande was awarded the Diapason d'Or for its album "Sax Allemande Plays Bach." The Diapason d'Or is one of the most prestigious awards in the world of classical music, and it is given to the best recordings of the year. - In 2015, Sax Allemande was awarded the Prix de la Critique for its album "Sax Allemande Plays Mozart." The Prix de la Critique is awarded by a panel of music critics in France, and it is given to the best classical music recordings of the year. Overall, Sax Allemande is a highly respected and innovative classical music ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of classical saxophone music.

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