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Ensemble Céladon is a French early music ensemble that specializes in the performance of vocal and instrumental music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The ensemble was founded in 2009 by Paulin Bündgen, a countertenor and musicologist, and has since become one of the most respected and sought-after ensembles in the early music world. The birth of Ensemble Céladon can be traced back to Bündgen's passion for early music and his desire to create an ensemble that would explore the rich and diverse repertoire of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Bündgen, who had already established himself as a soloist and ensemble singer, began to assemble a group of like-minded musicians who shared his passion for early music and his commitment to historical performance practice. The ensemble's name, Céladon, is taken from the character in Honoré d'Urfé's pastoral novel L'Astrée, who is known for his sensitivity and refinement. This name reflects the ensemble's commitment to creating performances that are both technically precise and emotionally expressive. Ensemble Céladon's repertoire is wide-ranging and includes works by composers such as Monteverdi, Purcell, Dowland, and Gesualdo, as well as lesser-known composers from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The ensemble's performances are characterized by their attention to detail, their sensitivity to the nuances of the music, and their ability to create a sense of intimacy and immediacy with their audiences. One of the highlights of Ensemble Céladon's career was their performance at the 2012 Festival de Saintes in France, where they received critical acclaim for their performance of Monteverdi's Vespers. The ensemble's performance was praised for its clarity, precision, and emotional depth, and it cemented their reputation as one of the leading early music ensembles in France. In addition to their performances, Ensemble Céladon has also been recognized for their recordings. Their debut album, Le Nymphe di Rheno, which features music by the 17th-century composer Johann Caspar Kerll, was released in 2011 to critical acclaim. The album was praised for its technical precision, its emotional depth, and its ability to bring the music to life. Ensemble Céladon has also been recognized for their commitment to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly gives masterclasses and workshops, and they have worked with students and young musicians in France and beyond. Their commitment to education reflects their belief that early music is a living tradition that should be shared and passed on to future generations. In recent years, Ensemble Céladon has continued to grow and evolve. They have expanded their repertoire to include music from the Middle Ages and the early Baroque period, and they have collaborated with other musicians and ensembles to create new and innovative performances. Their commitment to excellence and their passion for early music continue to inspire audiences and musicians alike, and they are sure to remain a leading force in the early music world for years to come.

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