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La Camerata Ducale di Parma is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1974 in Parma, Italy. The ensemble was established by a group of musicians who shared a passion for early music and wanted to explore the rich repertoire of the Baroque and Renaissance periods. The founding members of La Camerata Ducale di Parma included violinist Enrico Gatti, cellist Gaetano Nasillo, and harpsichordist Rinaldo Alessandrini. These three musicians were all graduates of the Conservatory of Parma and had already established themselves as soloists and chamber musicians in Italy and abroad. From the beginning, La Camerata Ducale di Parma was committed to performing on period instruments and using historically informed performance practices. This approach allowed the ensemble to bring a fresh perspective to the music of the past and to create performances that were both historically accurate and musically engaging. Over the years, La Camerata Ducale di Parma has expanded its repertoire to include music from the Classical and Romantic periods as well. The ensemble has also collaborated with a wide range of musicians and artists, including singers, dancers, and actors. One of the highlights of La Camerata Ducale di Parma's career was their performance at the Festival de Musique Baroque de Versailles in 1987. This prestigious festival is dedicated to the music of the Baroque period and attracts some of the world's leading early music ensembles. La Camerata Ducale di Parma's performance was widely praised for its virtuosity and musical sensitivity. Another notable performance by La Camerata Ducale di Parma was their collaboration with the Italian dance company Aterballetto in 1992. The ensemble provided live music for a production of the ballet "Le Quattro Stagioni" (The Four Seasons) by Antonio Vivaldi. This collaboration was a great success and led to further collaborations between the two groups. La Camerata Ducale di Parma has also been recognized for their recordings. In 1990, the ensemble won the prestigious Diapason d'Or award for their recording of the "Concerti Grossi" by Arcangelo Corelli. This award is given by the French music magazine Diapason to the best classical recordings of the year. In addition to their performances and recordings, La Camerata Ducale di Parma has also been active in music education. The ensemble has given masterclasses and workshops for young musicians in Italy and abroad, and has been involved in educational projects aimed at introducing children to classical music. Today, La Camerata Ducale di Parma continues to be one of the leading early music ensembles in Italy and abroad. The ensemble's commitment to historical accuracy and musical excellence has earned them a loyal following and a reputation as one of the most exciting and innovative classical music ensembles of our time.

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