Luthers Bach Ensemble

The Luthers Bach Ensemble is a notable musical group based in Groningen, the Netherlands. Founded in 2006 by artistic director Tymen Jan Bronda, the ensemble's primary focus is on performing the works of Johann Sebastian Bach and other composers whose music is related to Bach's. The ensemble maintains a core of permanent singers and instrumentalists but also functions as a project choir, allowing new performers to participate in its productions. They frequently use period instruments and perform a variety of programs each season, often incorporating chamber music with larger-scale works. A significant part of their programming includes cantata services within the classical Lutheran liturgy at the Lutheran Church in Groningen, where they also rehearse.

The ensemble's performances are characterized by their use of experienced and trained singers, professional instrumentalists, and soloists. Each program involves intensive rehearsals over several months, culminating in multiple performances. Notable collaborations include working with renowned conductors such as Ton Koopman, which highlights their professional stature in the baroque music scene. Their repertoire includes works like Bach's solo cantatas and other Baroque compositions, such as those by Buxtehude.

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