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L'Arte Dell'Arco is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1994 in Italy. The ensemble is known for its performances of Baroque and Classical music, and has gained a reputation for its virtuosic playing and innovative interpretations of the repertoire. The founding members of L'Arte Dell'Arco were a group of young musicians who were passionate about early music and wanted to explore the possibilities of historically informed performance. The ensemble's name, which means "the art of the bow," reflects their focus on the string instruments that were prominent in Baroque and Classical music. The main members of L'Arte Dell'Arco are violinist Federico Guglielmo, cellist Luigi Piovano, and harpsichordist Andrea Coen. Guglielmo is the artistic director of the ensemble, and has been praised for his "dazzling virtuosity" and "sensitive phrasing." Piovano is a sought-after soloist and chamber musician, and has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras. Coen is a specialist in early keyboard instruments, and has recorded extensively as a soloist and accompanist. L'Arte Dell'Arco has performed at many of the world's leading concert halls and festivals, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Salzburg Festival. The ensemble has also collaborated with some of the most renowned soloists in the early music world, including mezzo-soprano Cecilia Bartoli and countertenor Andreas Scholl. One of the highlights of L'Arte Dell'Arco's career was their performance of Vivaldi's Four Seasons at the Berlin Philharmonic in 2003. The concert was recorded and released on DVD, and has been praised for its "sparkling energy" and "impeccable ensemble playing." The ensemble has also recorded several other albums of Baroque and Classical music, including works by Bach, Handel, and Mozart. L'Arte Dell'Arco has received numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2001, they won the Diapason d'Or award for their recording of Vivaldi's La Stravaganza, and in 2005 they won the Echo Klassik award for their recording of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. The ensemble has also been praised for their commitment to education and outreach, and has conducted masterclasses and workshops for young musicians around the world. In conclusion, L'Arte Dell'Arco is a world-renowned classical music ensemble that has gained a reputation for their virtuosic playing and innovative interpretations of Baroque and Classical music. The ensemble's founding members were passionate about early music and wanted to explore the possibilities of historically informed performance, and their dedication to this approach has earned them numerous awards and accolades. With their commitment to education and outreach, L'Arte Dell'Arco is sure to continue inspiring and delighting audiences for years to come.

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