Accademia Musicale dell'Annunciata is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1990 in Milan, Italy. The ensemble is known for its exceptional performances of Baroque and Classical music, and has gained a reputation as one of the finest ensembles in Italy. The founding members of the ensemble were a group of young musicians who were passionate about early music and wanted to create an ensemble that would showcase their talents. The ensemble was named after the church of Annunciata in Milan, where the founding members often performed. The main members of the ensemble have changed over the years, but the ensemble has always been led by a core group of musicians who are dedicated to the ensemble's mission of performing early music with authenticity and passion. The current members of the ensemble include violinists Marco Bianchi and Stefano Barneschi, violist Daniele Bovo, cellist Marco Frezzato, and harpsichordist Luca Guglielmi. Accademia Musicale dell'Annunciata has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in Italy and Europe, including the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris. The ensemble has also performed at numerous festivals, including the Festival de Saintes in France, the Festival Internacional de Música de Canarias in Spain, and the Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, Netherlands. One of the highlights of the ensemble's career was their performance of Handel's Messiah at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan in 2009. The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and showcased the ensemble's exceptional musicianship and ability to bring early music to life. Accademia Musicale dell'Annunciata has also received numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2003, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or for their recording of Vivaldi's Four Seasons. The ensemble has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards for their recordings, including their recording of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos in 2010. In addition to their performances and recordings, Accademia Musicale dell'Annunciata is also dedicated to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly holds masterclasses and workshops for young musicians, and has collaborated with several music schools and conservatories in Italy and Europe. Overall, Accademia Musicale dell'Annunciata is a world-class ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of early music. Their exceptional musicianship, dedication to authenticity, and passion for the music they perform have earned them a well-deserved reputation as one of the finest ensembles in Italy and Europe.

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