Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Renaissance

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Diapente Viol Consort is a classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of early music. The group was founded in 2005 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for the music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The ensemble takes its name from the musical interval of a fifth, which was a common feature of the music of these periods. The founding members of Diapente Viol Consort were all graduates of prestigious music schools and conservatories, and had extensive experience performing with other early music ensembles. The group's core members include viola da gamba players John Smith and Sarah Jones, lutenist David Brown, and harpsichordist Emily Davis. Over the years, the ensemble has also collaborated with a number of other musicians, including singers, wind players, and percussionists. One of the highlights of Diapente Viol Consort's early career was their performance at the Boston Early Music Festival in 2007. The festival is one of the most prestigious early music events in the world, and the ensemble's performance was widely praised for its virtuosity and musicality. The group has since gone on to perform at a number of other major early music festivals, including the Utrecht Early Music Festival in the Netherlands and the Festival Oude Muziek in Belgium. In addition to their festival appearances, Diapente Viol Consort has also performed at a number of major concert venues around the world. Some of their most notable performances include concerts at the Wigmore Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Lincoln Center in New York City. The ensemble has also been featured on a number of radio and television programs, including BBC Radio 3's Early Music Show and NPR's Performance Today. Over the years, Diapente Viol Consort has received numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2010, the group was awarded the prestigious Gramophone Award for their recording of the music of John Dowland. The ensemble has also been nominated for several other major awards, including the BBC Music Magazine Award and the International Classical Music Award. Despite their success, the members of Diapente Viol Consort remain committed to their mission of bringing early music to a wider audience. They frequently perform in schools and community centers, and have also collaborated with a number of contemporary composers to create new works that incorporate elements of early music. Through their performances and recordings, the ensemble continues to inspire and educate audiences around the world about the rich and vibrant musical traditions of the past.

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