Academy of Saint Martin-in-the-Fields

British chamber ensemble

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The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields is a British chamber ensemble based in London. It was founded in 1958 by violinist, teacher, and conductor Neville Marriner. Marriner served as the ensemble's music director from its founding until 2011, maintaining one of the most prolific recording relationships in classical music history with the group. The ensemble is known for its extensive recordings and performances, particularly specializing in Baroque music. Marriner also conducted major symphony orchestras globally and expanded into opera, focusing on the works of Mozart and Rossini.1

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Neville Marriner
…and recording extensively with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, he also directed and conducted major symphony orchestras throughout the world, including the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (1969–78), the Minnesota Symphony (1979–86), and the Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra in Germany (1986–89). He also served as guest conductor for…
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…and recording extensively with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, he also directed and conducted major symphony orchestras throughout the world, including the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (1969–78), the Minnesota Symphony (1979–86), and the Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra in Germany (1986–89). He also served as guest conductor for…
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