Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Baroque

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Orchestral

 

Ensemble 13 is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1999 in Cologne, Germany. The ensemble is known for its innovative and experimental approach to classical music, and its members are some of the most talented and respected musicians in the world. The founding members of Ensemble 13 were the clarinetist Matthias Schubert, the saxophonist Frank Gratkowski, and the pianist Georg Graewe. These three musicians had previously worked together in various other ensembles and projects, and they decided to form Ensemble 13 as a way to explore new and unconventional approaches to classical music. Over the years, the ensemble has expanded to include a number of other musicians, including percussionists, string players, and vocalists. Some of the current members of Ensemble 13 include the cellist Marcio Mattos, the violinist Carl Ludwig Hübsch, and the vocalist Phil Minton. One of the defining characteristics of Ensemble 13 is its commitment to improvisation. While many classical music ensembles focus on performing pre-written compositions, Ensemble 13 often creates its music on the spot, using a combination of structured improvisation and free improvisation. This approach allows the musicians to explore new sounds and textures, and to create music that is truly unique and spontaneous. Ensemble 13 has performed at some of the most prestigious music festivals and venues in the world, including the Berlin Jazz Festival, the Donaueschingen Festival, and the Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival. The ensemble has also released several critically acclaimed albums, including "Live at the Loft" and "The Anatomy of Melancholy." One of the highlights of Ensemble 13's career was its performance at the 2006 Berlin Jazz Festival. The ensemble performed a set of original compositions that showcased its unique blend of classical and jazz influences, and the performance was met with enthusiastic applause from the audience. Ensemble 13 has also received numerous awards and accolades for its innovative approach to classical music. In 2003, the ensemble was awarded the German Record Critics' Award for its album "Live at the Loft," and in 2007, it received the SWR Jazz Prize for its contributions to the world of experimental music. Despite its success and critical acclaim, Ensemble 13 remains committed to pushing the boundaries of classical music and exploring new and unconventional approaches to performance. The ensemble continues to perform and record new music, and its members are widely regarded as some of the most talented and innovative musicians in the world of classical music.

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