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Ensemble

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Romantic

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Chamber

 

 

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The Abegg Trio is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1976 in Hamburg, Germany. The trio consists of three members: pianist Ulrich Beetz, violinist Birgit Erz, and cellist Birgit Genzmer. The ensemble is named after the German poet Ludwig Achim von Arnim's novel "Die Kronenwächter" (The Crown Watchers), which features a character named Abegg who is a musician. The Abegg Trio has gained international recognition for their performances of classical music, particularly works by composers such as Beethoven, Brahms, and Schubert. The ensemble has performed in major concert halls around the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and Carnegie Hall in New York City. One of the highlights of the Abegg Trio's career was their performance at the Salzburg Festival in 1982. The trio performed Beethoven's "Triple Concerto" with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Leonard Bernstein. The performance was highly acclaimed and helped to establish the Abegg Trio as one of the leading classical music ensembles of their time. In addition to their performances, the Abegg Trio has also received numerous awards and accolades for their recordings. The ensemble has recorded over 30 albums, including complete cycles of Beethoven's piano trios and Schubert's piano trios. Their recordings have received critical acclaim and have won several awards, including the German Record Critics' Award and the Diapason d'Or. The Abegg Trio has also been recognized for their commitment to promoting classical music to a wider audience. The ensemble has participated in educational programs and outreach initiatives, including performances for children and young people. They have also collaborated with other artists and musicians, including the German actor Klaus Maria Brandauer and the jazz pianist Joachim Kühn. Despite their success, the Abegg Trio has remained committed to their original mission of bringing classical music to audiences around the world. The ensemble continues to perform and record, and their legacy as one of the leading classical music ensembles of their time is secure.

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