Period

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Contemporary

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Opera

 

Klangforum Wien is a contemporary classical music ensemble based in Vienna, Austria. The ensemble was founded in 1985 by a group of young musicians who were interested in exploring new and experimental music. The founding members included Beat Furrer, Georg Friedrich Haas, and Ernst Kovacic. Since its founding, Klangforum Wien has become one of the most important ensembles in the world of contemporary classical music. The ensemble is known for its innovative programming, which often includes world premieres of new works by leading composers. The ensemble's main members include musicians who are highly skilled in contemporary music performance. These include flutist Sophie Schafleitner, clarinetist Dimitrios Polisoidis, violinist Annette Bik, cellist Andreas Lindenbaum, and percussionist Anders Nyqvist. Klangforum Wien has performed at some of the world's most prestigious music festivals, including the Salzburg Festival, the Lucerne Festival, and the Venice Biennale. The ensemble has also performed at major concert halls around the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Royal Festival Hall in London, and Carnegie Hall in New York. One of the highlights of Klangforum Wien's career was its performance of Beat Furrer's opera "FAMA" at the Salzburg Festival in 2005. The opera, which was based on the myth of Pheme, the goddess of rumor and gossip, was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. In addition to its performances, Klangforum Wien has also received numerous awards and honors for its contributions to contemporary classical music. These include the Ernst von Siemens Music Prize, the Austrian State Prize for Music, and the Grand Austrian State Prize. Overall, Klangforum Wien has established itself as one of the most important ensembles in the world of contemporary classical music. With its innovative programming, world-class musicians, and commitment to new and experimental music, the ensemble continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in classical music performance.

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