The Academy of St Martin in the Fields is one of the world's premier chamber orchestras, renowned for its polished and refined sound, rooted in outstanding musicianship. Established in 1958 by Sir Neville Marriner in London, the ensemble derives its name from the church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields where the group first performed. While initially formed as a small conductorless string group, the ensemble has expanded its repertoire and now performs with a full complement of winds, brass, and occasionally guest soloists and conductors. Over the course of its storied history, the Academy has fostered a broad catalog of recordings, ranging from baroque to contemporary music, and has earned a reputation for its versatility and dedication to classical music excellence.

With more than 500 recordings to its name, the Academy of St Martin in the Fields has consistently pushed the boundaries of classical music. In their modern endeavors, they stay true to their mission of delivering fresh interpretations of classic works while also venturing into innovative projects. Their most recent releases showcase this balance, with efforts such as "Academy of St Martin in the Fields - Bach," which testifies to their mastery of Baroque music, and playful experiments with arrangements such as "Here Comes the Sun" reimagined for Portuguese Guitar & Orchestra. Albums like "Pachelbel: Canon in D Major" and "Albinoni: Adagio in G Minor" reinforce their authority on canonical works, while projects such as "Light and Wind Piano Concerto" highlight their ongoing commitment to exploring new sounds and compositions within the classical domain. The Academy remains an esteemed ensemble, perpetuating its legacy of exceptional performances both in the recording studio and on international stages.

Genres

British Orchestra

Chamber Orchestra

Classical

Classical Performance

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Latest Release

Beethoven: Romances for Violin and Orchestra - Schubert: Rondo, D. 438 - Mozart: Adagio, K. 261 & Rondo, K. 373

Sir Neville Marriner•

Academy of St. Martin in the Fields•

Franz Schubert•

Ludwig van Beethoven•

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released January 13, 2025