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Alfonso X El Sabio
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Montserrat Figueras
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Montserrat Figueras García (15 March 1942, Barcelona, Catalonia – 23 November 2011, Cerdanyola del Vallès, Catalonia) was a Catalan soprano who specialized in early music. Figueras was born in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, and began study… read moreMontserrat Figueras García (15 March 1942, Barcelona, Catalonia – 23 November 2011, Cerdanyola del Vallès, Catalonia) was a Catalan soprano who specialized in early music. Figueras was born in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, and began studying early singing techniques together with her sister Pilar … read more -
The Dufay Collective
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The Dufay Collective was formed in 1987 to explore the rich and varied repertoire of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. They are a group of m… read moreThe Dufay Collective was formed in 1987 to explore the rich and varied repertoire of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. They are a group of musicians who work together, as their name implies, without a director. Their recent release Cancio… read moreThe Dufay Collective was formed in 1987 to explore the rich and varied repertoire of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. They are a group of musicians who work together, as their name implies, without a director. Their recent release Cancionero - Music for the Spanish Court 1470 - 1520, won a CMA / … read more -
Hespèrion XX
7,431 listeners
Hespèrion XX was an international early music ensemble formed in Basel, Switzerland in 1974 by Spanish musical director Jordi Savall. In 20… read moreHespèrion XX was an international early music ensemble formed in Basel, Switzerland in 1974 by Spanish musical director Jordi Savall. In 2000 it was superseded by the group Hespèrion XXI. The lineup includes Jordi Savall (direction/bowed… read moreHespèrion XX was an international early music ensemble formed in Basel, Switzerland in 1974 by Spanish musical director Jordi Savall. In 2000 it was superseded by the group Hespèrion XXI. The lineup includes Jordi Savall (direction/bowed string instruments), Montserrat Figueras (soprano), Lorenzo… read more -
Orlando Consort
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The Orlando Consort is a well-established vocal quartet specialising in music from 1050 to 1500. The Consort was formed by the Early Musi… read moreThe Orlando Consort is a well-established vocal quartet specialising in music from 1050 to 1500. The Consort was formed by the Early Music Centre of Great Britain in 1988, and has been noteworthy in working with academia to recreate hi… read moreThe Orlando Consort is a well-established vocal quartet specialising in music from 1050 to 1500. The Consort was formed by the Early Music Centre of Great Britain in 1988, and has been noteworthy in working with academia to recreate historically accurate Early Music performances with authentic … read more -
Musica Antiqua
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"Musica Antiqua" is a popular name for early music ensembles. They may specialize in anything from medieval, renaissance or early… read more"Musica Antiqua" is a popular name for early music ensembles. They may specialize in anything from medieval, renaissance or early baroque music to historically informed baroque and early classical music. Some of the best known … read more"Musica Antiqua" is a popular name for early music ensembles. They may specialize in anything from medieval, renaissance or early baroque music to historically informed baroque and early classical music. Some of the best known are: 1. Musica Antiqua Köln (Germany) // 2. Musica Antiqua o… read more -
Ulsamer Collegium
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Well known for their rendition of basse danse, which are Monophonic songs based on a tenor cantus firmus; the length of the choreography w… read moreWell known for their rendition of basse danse, which are Monophonic songs based on a tenor cantus firmus; the length of the choreography was often derived from popular chansons. In performance, 3 or 4 instrumentalists would improvise th… read moreWell known for their rendition of basse danse, which are Monophonic songs based on a tenor cantus firmus; the length of the choreography was often derived from popular chansons. In performance, 3 or 4 instrumentalists would improvise the polyphony based on this tenor. In others, multiple parts w… read more -
Huelgas Ensemble
11,240 listeners
official website Founded by Paul Van Nevel, the Huelgas Ensemble has emerged as one of Europe's premiere vocal ensembles dedicated to … read moreofficial website Founded by Paul Van Nevel, the Huelgas Ensemble has emerged as one of Europe's premiere vocal ensembles dedicated to the performance of music from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Combining academic erudition wi… read moreofficial website Founded by Paul Van Nevel, the Huelgas Ensemble has emerged as one of Europe's premiere vocal ensembles dedicated to the performance of music from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Combining academic erudition with extraordinary skill and verve, the Huelgas Ensemble bring… read more -
La Reverdie
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Inspired by Romance lyrics (reverdies) celebrating the return of Spring, the ensemble la Reverdie was founded in 1986 by two pairs of siste… read moreInspired by Romance lyrics (reverdies) celebrating the return of Spring, the ensemble la Reverdie was founded in 1986 by two pairs of sisters, all singers and instrumentalists, with the intent of exploring the musical repertoire of Europ… read moreInspired by Romance lyrics (reverdies) celebrating the return of Spring, the ensemble la Reverdie was founded in 1986 by two pairs of sisters, all singers and instrumentalists, with the intent of exploring the musical repertoire of Europe from the High Middle Ages to the end of the 14th century. … read more -
Ensemble Gilles Binchois
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The Ensemble Gilles Binchois, founded in 1979, bears the hallmark of a group dedicated to the discovery and interpretation of music from th… read moreThe Ensemble Gilles Binchois, founded in 1979, bears the hallmark of a group dedicated to the discovery and interpretation of music from the Middle Ages. Unaffected by fads or fashions, the group has remained completely loyal to its obje… read moreThe Ensemble Gilles Binchois, founded in 1979, bears the hallmark of a group dedicated to the discovery and interpretation of music from the Middle Ages. Unaffected by fads or fashions, the group has remained completely loyal to its objectives, which include close study of the various repertoires… read more