MusicAeterna is an acclaimed orchestra and choir ensemble renowned for their innovative interpretations of classical music. Founded by conductor Teodor Currentzis in 2004, the group was initially established in Novosibirsk, Russia, but later relocated to Perm when Currentzis became the artistic director of the Perm State Opera and Ballet Theatre. MusicAeterna has been lauded for its refreshing approach to canonical works, combining historical performance practices with a modern sensibility that appeals to contemporary audiences. Their vast repertoire spans from Baroque to contemporary compositions, showcased in collaborations with prestigious festivals and venues across the globe.

Over the years, musicAeterna's bold performances and recordings have garnered critical acclaim and numerous awards. They have undertaken ambitious projects such as recording complete cycles of Beethoven's symphonies and interpreting modernist pieces with exceptional precision and emotional depth. The ensembles' recent releases reflect their versatility, with impactful renditions of Beethoven's iconic Symphonies No. 5 and No. 7, a haunting score for the "Medea" soundtrack, and the emotional intensity of Mahler's Symphony No. 6 and Tchaikovsky's "Pathétique". Their interpretation of operatic classics like Mozart's "Don Giovanni" and "Così fan tutte" further exemplifies their ability to breathe new life into well-established masterpieces. MusicAeterna's dedication to exploring the symbiosis between old and new makes them a pivotal force in the classical music scene today.

Genres

Russian Orchestra

Related Artists

Teodor Currentzis

London Symphony Orchestra

Berliner Philharmoniker

Ludwig van Beethoven

Claude Debussy

Wiener Philharmoniker

Sergei Rachmaninoff

Maurice Ravel

New York Philharmonic

Yannick Nézet-Séguin

Riccardo Chailly

Gustav Mahler

Latest Release

Medea (Original Soundtrack)

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Alexey Retinsky

Album - 10 Tracks - Released April 29, 2022