Il Giardino Armonico is an Italian ensemble dedicated to performing baroque music on period instruments. The group was founded in 1985 by Giovanni Antonini, Luca Pianca, and a small coterie of friends passionate about the rich soundscapes of the baroque era. Over the years, Il Giardino Armonico has gained international acclaim for their vibrant, dynamic performances and imaginative approach to the music of the 17th and 18th centuries. Their interpretive skill, combined with expert musicianship, has won them widespread recognition and numerous awards, including the Gramophone Award and the Diapason d'Or.

Il Giardino Armonico's discography showcases their breadth and depth of baroque repertoire, with recent releases such as their nuanced recordings of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos, Vivaldi's Concerti per Flauto, and the critically-acclaimed "Haydn 2032" project, a comprehensive series exploring the symphonies of Joseph Haydn. Their work often involves collaborations with celebrated soloists, as evidenced in pieces like Hummel's Mandolin Concerto in G Major featuring Avi Avital. With each performance and record, Il Giardino Armonico continues to enchant audiences, breathing new life into centuries-old music by revealing both its timeless beauty and historical context.

Genres

Baroque Ensemble

Classical Performance

Historically Informed Performance

Italian Baroque Ensemble

Italian Orchestra

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Latest Release

Haydn 2032, Vol. 16: The Surprise

Joseph Haydn•

Il Giardino Armonico•

Kammerorchester Basel•

Giovanni Antonini

Album - 13 Tracks - Released October 25, 2024