Athesinus Consort Berlin is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1992 in Berlin, Germany. The ensemble is known for its performances of early music, particularly from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The group has gained a reputation for its innovative and dynamic interpretations of these works, and has won numerous awards and accolades for its performances. The founding members of Athesinus Consort Berlin were a group of musicians who shared a passion for early music and a desire to explore the rich repertoire of this period. The group was initially formed as a chamber ensemble, with a core group of musicians who played a variety of instruments, including recorders, violins, violas, cellos, and harpsichords. Over the years, the ensemble has expanded to include a larger group of musicians, including singers and instrumentalists, and has performed in a variety of settings, from small chamber concerts to large-scale productions. One of the main members of Athesinus Consort Berlin is the ensemble's founder and artistic director, Klaus-Martin Bresgott. Bresgott is a renowned conductor and musicologist who has dedicated his career to the study and performance of early music. He has worked with a number of leading ensembles and orchestras, and has been recognized for his contributions to the field with numerous awards and honors. Another key member of the ensemble is the soprano Dorothee Mields. Mields is a highly acclaimed singer who has performed with some of the world's leading early music ensembles and orchestras. She has been praised for her clear and expressive voice, and her ability to bring a sense of intimacy and emotion to her performances. Over the years, Athesinus Consort Berlin has performed a wide range of works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, including works by composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frideric Handel, Claudio Monteverdi, and Heinrich Schütz. The ensemble has gained a reputation for its innovative and dynamic interpretations of these works, and has been praised for its ability to bring a fresh perspective to familiar pieces. One of the highlights of Athesinus Consort Berlin's career was its performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion in 2010. The ensemble's interpretation of this iconic work was praised for its clarity, precision, and emotional depth. The performance was widely regarded as one of the best interpretations of the work in recent years, and helped to cement Athesinus Consort Berlin's reputation as one of the leading early music ensembles in the world. In addition to its performances, Athesinus Consort Berlin has also been recognized for its recordings. The ensemble has released a number of critically acclaimed albums, including recordings of works by Bach, Handel, and Monteverdi. These recordings have been praised for their technical excellence, as well as their ability to capture the emotional depth and beauty of the music. Athesinus Consort Berlin has won numerous awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. In 2012, the ensemble was awarded the Echo Klassik award for its recording of Bach's St. Matthew Passion. This prestigious award is given annually to the best classical music recordings in Germany, and is widely regarded as one of the most important awards in the field. Overall, Athesinus Consort Berlin is a highly respected and influential ensemble in the world of early music.

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