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Ensemble

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Opera

 

 

Orchestral

 

Capella Cracoviensis is a classical music ensemble based in Krakow, Poland. The group was founded in 1970 by Stanisław Gałoński, a musicologist and conductor, with the aim of promoting and performing early music. Over the years, Capella Cracoviensis has become one of the most renowned early music ensembles in Europe, known for their historically informed performances of music from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. The ensemble's name, Capella Cracoviensis, is derived from the Latin term "capella" (meaning "chapel") and "Cracoviensis" (meaning "of Krakow"). This name reflects the group's origins as a choir associated with the Krakow Cathedral, where they performed liturgical music for many years. However, Capella Cracoviensis has since expanded their repertoire to include secular music as well, and they now perform in a variety of venues and contexts. Capella Cracoviensis has a core group of musicians who perform regularly with the ensemble, but they also collaborate with guest artists and conductors from around the world. The group's repertoire includes works by composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, and Monteverdi, as well as lesser-known composers from the early music period. They are known for their meticulous attention to historical performance practice, using period instruments and techniques to recreate the sound and style of the music as it would have been heard in its original context. One of the highlights of Capella Cracoviensis's career was their performance at the 2006 Salzburg Festival, one of the most prestigious classical music festivals in the world. The ensemble performed Handel's oratorio "Jephtha" under the direction of conductor Marc Minkowski, receiving critical acclaim for their "vibrant and expressive" interpretation of the work. This performance helped to raise the profile of Capella Cracoviensis on the international stage, and they have since been invited to perform at other major festivals and venues around the world. Capella Cracoviensis has also received numerous awards and accolades for their recordings and performances. In 2011, they won the prestigious Diapason d'Or award for their recording of Bach's "St. John Passion," which was praised for its "clarity, precision, and emotional depth." They have also been nominated for several other awards, including the Gramophone Award and the International Classical Music Award. In addition to their performances and recordings, Capella Cracoviensis is also involved in educational and outreach activities. They offer workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, as well as educational programs for schools and community groups. They also collaborate with other cultural institutions in Krakow, such as the Krakow Philharmonic and the Krakow Opera, to promote classical music and the arts in the city. Overall, Capella Cracoviensis has established itself as one of the leading early music ensembles in Europe, known for their passionate and historically informed performances of music from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. With their commitment to excellence and their dedication to promoting classical music to new audiences, they are sure to continue making an impact on the world of classical music for many years to come.

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