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Ensemble

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

Musique des Lumières XVIII-21 is a classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of music from the 18th century. The group was founded in 1999 by French conductor and harpsichordist Jean-Christophe Frisch, and has since become one of the most respected and acclaimed ensembles in the world of early music. Jean-Christophe Frisch was born in 1967 in Paris, France. He began studying music at a young age, and quickly developed a passion for the harpsichord and the music of the Baroque era. He went on to study at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where he received a degree in harpsichord performance. After completing his studies, Frisch began performing with various early music ensembles in France and throughout Europe. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented and innovative musician, and was soon invited to perform at some of the most prestigious music festivals in the world. In 1999, Frisch founded Musique des Lumières XVIII-21 with the goal of exploring the rich and diverse repertoire of 18th-century music. The ensemble quickly gained a following for its dynamic and engaging performances, which combined historical accuracy with a modern sensibility. Over the years, Musique des Lumières XVIII-21 has performed at some of the most renowned music festivals in the world, including the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence, the Salzburg Festival, and the Edinburgh International Festival. The group has also toured extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and North America, earning critical acclaim and enthusiastic audiences wherever they go. One of the highlights of Musique des Lumières XVIII-21's career came in 2007, when the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Victoire de la Musique Classique award in the category of "Ensemble or Orchestra of the Year." This award, which is the French equivalent of the Grammy Awards, recognized the group's outstanding contributions to the world of classical music. In addition to its live performances, Musique des Lumières XVIII-21 has also released several highly acclaimed recordings. The group's debut album, "Les Nations," was released in 2001 and featured music by the French Baroque composer François Couperin. The album was praised for its virtuosic performances and its innovative approach to historical performance practice. Since then, Musique des Lumières XVIII-21 has released several more albums, including "Bach: Concertos for Harpsichord and Strings" and "Handel: Water Music and Music for the Royal Fireworks." These recordings have earned the group widespread critical acclaim and have helped to establish Musique des Lumières XVIII-21 as one of the leading ensembles in the world of early music. Today, Musique des Lumières XVIII-21 continues to push the boundaries of historical performance practice, exploring new ways to bring the music of the past to life for modern audiences. With its innovative programming, virtuosic performances, and unwavering commitment to historical accuracy, the ensemble has become a true ambassador for the music of the 18th century, inspiring audiences around the world with its passion and artistry.

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