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Ensemble

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Chamber

 

Orfei Farnesiani is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2005 in Parma, Italy. The ensemble is named after the famous Italian composer Claudio Monteverdi's opera "L'Orfeo" and the Farnese family, who were patrons of the arts during the Renaissance period. The founding members of Orfei Farnesiani were a group of young musicians who shared a passion for early music and historical performance practice. They were determined to bring the music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods to a wider audience and to perform it in a way that was true to the original intentions of the composers. The main members of the ensemble are soprano Maria Grazia Schiavo, tenor Marco Beasley, and lutenist and artistic director Stefano Rocco. They are joined by a rotating cast of musicians who specialize in playing period instruments such as the viola da gamba, harpsichord, and baroque violin. Orfei Farnesiani has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls and festivals around the world, including the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh International Festival, and the Boston Early Music Festival. They have also collaborated with renowned conductors such as William Christie and Jordi Savall. One of the highlights of Orfei Farnesiani's career was their performance of Monteverdi's "L'Orfeo" at the Teatro Farnese in Parma in 2017. The Teatro Farnese is a stunning example of Baroque architecture and was built in the 17th century by the Farnese family. The performance was a tribute to Monteverdi and the Farnese family, and it was hailed as a triumph by critics and audiences alike. Orfei Farnesiani has also received numerous awards and accolades for their recordings and performances. In 2010, they won the prestigious Diapason d'Or award for their recording of Monteverdi's "Vespro della Beata Vergine." They have also been nominated for Grammy Awards and have won the Echo Klassik award in Germany. In addition to their performances and recordings, Orfei Farnesiani is committed to education and outreach. They regularly give masterclasses and workshops on historical performance practice and have worked with young musicians in Italy and around the world. Orfei Farnesiani's dedication to historical performance practice and their passion for early music has made them one of the most respected and admired ensembles in the world. Their performances are a testament to the enduring power and beauty of the music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, and they continue to inspire and delight audiences around the world.

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