Country

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Austria

Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

 

Orchestral

 

The Wiener Streichsextett, also known as the Vienna String Sextet, is a classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over 30 years. The ensemble was founded in 1985 by six accomplished musicians who shared a passion for chamber music and a desire to explore the rich repertoire of string sextets. The founding members of the Wiener Streichsextett were violinists Ernst Kovacic and Thomas Riebl, violists Johannes Meissl and Hartmut Pascher, and cellists Peter Götzel and Franz Bartolomey. All six musicians were highly regarded in the classical music world and had extensive experience performing with other ensembles and orchestras. From the beginning, the Wiener Streichsextett set out to establish themselves as one of the premier chamber music ensembles in the world. They quickly gained a reputation for their impeccable musicianship, technical precision, and deep emotional expressiveness. Their performances were marked by a sense of intimacy and connection between the musicians, as well as a profound respect for the music they were playing. Over the years, the Wiener Streichsextett has performed at some of the most prestigious concert halls and festivals in the world. They have been invited to perform at the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh Festival, the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival, and the Prague Spring Festival, among others. They have also toured extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and North America, earning critical acclaim and enthusiastic audiences wherever they go. One of the highlights of the Wiener Streichsextett's career was their performance of the complete string sextets of Johannes Brahms at the Salzburg Festival in 1997. This was a monumental undertaking, as Brahms' string sextets are considered some of the most challenging and complex works in the chamber music repertoire. The Wiener Streichsextett's performance was hailed as a triumph, with critics praising their technical mastery and emotional depth. In addition to their live performances, the Wiener Streichsextett has also recorded extensively. They have released recordings of works by Brahms, Dvořák, Tchaikovsky, and other composers, earning numerous awards and accolades for their recordings. Their recording of Brahms' string sextets was particularly well-received, with Gramophone magazine calling it "a benchmark recording that will stand the test of time." Throughout their career, the Wiener Streichsextett has been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the world of classical music. They have received numerous awards and honors, including the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art, the City of Vienna Prize for Music, and the Echo Klassik Award. They have also been named honorary members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, two of the most prestigious orchestras in the world. Despite their many accomplishments, the Wiener Streichsextett remains committed to their original mission of exploring the rich and varied repertoire of string sextets. They continue to perform and record new works, as well as revisiting the classics of the chamber music canon. Their dedication to their craft and their love of music is evident in every note they play, and they remain one of the most beloved and respected chamber music ensembles in the world.

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