Period

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Renaissance

Genre

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Chamber

 

Flautando Köln is a classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of music for recorders. The ensemble was founded in 1988 in Cologne, Germany, by a group of recorder players who shared a passion for exploring the rich repertoire of music written for their instrument. The founding members of Flautando Köln were Susanne Hochscheid, Kerstin de Witt, Dorothee Oberlinger, and Dorothee Oberlinger. They were all graduates of the Cologne Conservatory of Music and had already established themselves as soloists and chamber musicians before coming together to form the ensemble. From the beginning, Flautando Köln set out to challenge the perception of the recorder as a limited and simplistic instrument. They sought to showcase the recorder's versatility and expressive potential by performing a wide range of music, from early Baroque to contemporary compositions. One of the ensemble's early highlights was their performance at the 1990 Tage Alter Musik festival in Herne, Germany. Their program, which included works by Johann Sebastian Bach and Georg Philipp Telemann, was praised for its technical precision and musical sensitivity. Over the years, Flautando Köln has continued to build a reputation as one of the world's leading recorder ensembles. They have performed at major festivals and concert halls throughout Europe, Asia, and North America, and have collaborated with renowned musicians such as Jordi Savall, Maurice Steger, and Andreas Scholl. In addition to their live performances, Flautando Köln has also released several critically acclaimed recordings. Their 1996 album, "The Spirit of England," which features music by Henry Purcell and other English composers, won the prestigious Echo Klassik award. The current members of Flautando Köln are Susanne Hochscheid, Kerstin de Witt, Dorothee Oberlinger, and Sarah van Cornewal. They continue to push the boundaries of what is possible on the recorder, exploring new repertoire and collaborating with other musicians to create innovative and exciting performances. In conclusion, Flautando Köln is a classical music ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of recorder music. Their commitment to excellence and their willingness to take risks and explore new territory have earned them a well-deserved reputation as one of the most exciting and innovative ensembles in the field.

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