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Calmus Ensemble – European Vocal Quintet
December 13th, 2015 @ 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm EST
A perfect blend of sound, precision, lightness and wit, the Calmus Ensemble has forged a refined sound which few a cappella groups achieve. These five Leipzig musicians have won a string of international prizes and competitions, including the ECHO Klassik and Supersonic Award. In 2010, they made their Carnegie Hall debut and their 2014 recording was named a top 10 CD by the New York Times. Naturally at home in the vocal music of the Renaissance, Baroque and Romantic periods, they also explore modern repertoire.
We’re thrilled to be a formative part of their 2015 recording project “Christmas Carols of the World”, which will shine a spotlight on these timeless and classical creations. Some are sacred, some are secular, and some even humorous and entertaining – all woven in the theme of a popular holiday tradition.
Be additionally dazzled by selected works from their 16 other CD’s. This is their Canadian debut.
“Calmus Ensemble is stunning in its vocal variety, mastery. The group held the audience…spellbound with its artistry.” “…in matters of pitch, diction and musical shaping, I’ve never heard finer ensemble singing.” – The Washington Post
