The Orchestre & Chorale Paul Kuentz, founded by the eponymous French conductor Paul Kuentz in 1960, is a distinguished ensemble renowned for its performances of classical and baroque repertoires. Under the rigorous and passionate direction of Paul Kuentz, this orchestra and chorus have become synonymous with precision and authenticity, often bringing fresh insights to both well-known and rarely performed works. The ensemble's specialty lies in delivering grand choral pieces with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring faithful renditions that resonate with audiences.

Paul Kuentz has solidified his reputation as an exacting conductor whose scrupulous approach often uncovers the nuanced dynamics and emotional depth of complex compositions. The ensemble's recent releases include a delicate rendition of Rossini's "Petite messe solennelle" and "Deux sonates pour cordes," a harmoniously rich interpretation of Fauré's "Réquiem, Op. 48," an evocative portrayal of Mendelssohn’s "Paulus Oratorio, Op. 36," a triumphantly spirited take on Handel's "Le Messie," and a deeply reverent approach to Mozart's "Grande Messe en ut mineur, K 427." These releases showcase the ensemble's versatility in delivering both the powerful grandeur and the intimate subtleties of choral and orchestral masterpieces.

Genres

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Baroque

Opera

Choral

Early Music

Renaissance

Latest Release

Rossini : Petite messe solennelle - Deux sonates pour cordes

Gioachino Rossini•

Orchestre & Chorale Paul Kuentz•

Barbara Schlick

Album - 25 Tracks - Released December 1, 1999