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Oslo Kammersolister is a classical music ensemble based in Oslo, Norway. The ensemble was founded in 1987 by Terje Tønnesen, a Norwegian violinist and conductor. The group consists of some of Norway's most talented musicians, including Tønnesen himself, who serves as the ensemble's artistic director and principal violinist. The ensemble's name, Oslo Kammersolister, translates to "Oslo Chamber Soloists" in English. The group's focus is on chamber music, which is music composed for small groups of instruments, typically no more than ten musicians. Chamber music is often considered to be more intimate and expressive than larger orchestral works, and it requires a high level of skill and precision from the performers. Oslo Kammersolister has gained a reputation as one of Norway's premier classical music ensembles. The group has performed extensively throughout Norway and Europe, as well as in Asia and the United States. The ensemble has also recorded several albums, which have received critical acclaim and won numerous awards. One of the highlights of Oslo Kammersolister's career was their performance at the 1994 Bergen International Festival. The festival is one of Norway's most prestigious cultural events, and the ensemble's performance was widely praised by critics and audiences alike. The group's performance of Mozart's String Quintet in G minor, K. 516, was particularly well-received. In addition to their live performances, Oslo Kammersolister has also made several recordings. The group's first album, released in 1990, featured works by Mozart and Haydn. The album was well-received by critics and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation as one of Norway's leading classical music groups. Oslo Kammersolister's second album, released in 1993, featured works by Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to raise the profile of Grieg's music both in Norway and internationally. The group's recording of Grieg's String Quartet No. 1 in G minor, Op. 27, was particularly well-received. In 1996, Oslo Kammersolister released an album featuring works by Norwegian composer Johan Halvorsen. The album included Halvorsen's Passacaglia for Violin and Viola, which is one of his most famous works. The album was a critical success and helped to raise awareness of Halvorsen's music. Over the years, Oslo Kammersolister has won numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 1995, the group was awarded the Spellemannprisen, which is Norway's most prestigious music award. The award was given in recognition of the ensemble's contributions to Norwegian classical music. In 2001, Oslo Kammersolister was awarded the Grieg Prize, which is awarded to individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to the promotion of Norwegian music. The ensemble was recognized for their performances and recordings of Grieg's music, which helped to raise awareness of his work both in Norway and internationally. In 2012, Oslo Kammersolister was awarded the Diapason d'Or, which is a prestigious French music award. The award was given in recognition of the ensemble's recording of Mozart's String Quintets, which was praised for its technical skill and emotional depth. Today, Oslo Kammersolister continues to perform and record music, and the ensemble remains one of Norway's most respected classical music groups.

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