Historically informed music in the Balearic Islands
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November 17th, 7:00 p.m.
Binissalem: Can Gelabert
Finalists of the VII Concurs de Joves Ensemble Tramuntana
We are delighted to invite you to the Finalists' Concert of the 7th Ensemble Tramuntana Youth Competition, taking place on November 17th at 7:00 PM at Can Gelabert (Binissalem) with free admission. This will be a very special evening dedicated to emerging talent, where the young finalists will perform as soloists. Ensemble Tramuntana will manage the presentation of the event, musically accompany each of the participants, and open and close the evening's program. To begin, we will journey to the origin of creation with Le Chaos from the work Les Éléments by Jean-Féry Rebel, and we will bring the concert to a close with the power of the Andante sostenuto - Allegro con molto from Luigi Boccherini's symphony La casa del diavolo. Furthermore, as is tradition in every edition to move beyond a purely musical experience and foster dialogue and combinations between different artistic disciplines, the evening will include a small surprise interdisciplinary presentation to conceptually enrich the event. Come enjoy this cross-disciplinary cultural proposal and support the new generation of performers.
November 19th,
Palma
November 20th,
t.b.d.
Ensemble Tramuntana (and the 1st finalist of the VII Concurs de Joves ET)
Sounds of the Universe: from Chaos to Passion
Ensemble Tramuntana performs in a large chamber orchestra format using historical instruments to present Sounds of the Universe: From Chaos to Passion, an exceptional sonic journey through the most fascinating contrasts in European music history. Under the direction of Barry Sargent, the evening will open with the transgressive genius of Jean-Féry Rebel and his work Le Chaos, where an absolutely dissonant chord describes the original disorder of the universe before giving way to the festive mosaic of Les Caractères de la Danse. The commitment to the future of music will arrive with the performance of the brilliant first-prize winner of our Youth Soloist Competition, who will engage in an open dialogue with the orchestra. Calm and immortal beauty will come from the hands of Johann Sebastian Bach and his famous, serene Air from the Orchestral Suite No. 3. Finally, we will close the night with the electric energy and theatrical character of Luigi Boccherini's well-known symphony La casa del diavolo, culminating in an overwhelming power inspired by the dance of the furies. An essential cultural experience to travel through Europe from the audacity of the Baroque to the intensity of Classicism.
7è C O N C U R S D E J O V E S E N S E M B L E T R A M U N T A N A
November 2026
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Download here the complete competition rules of the 7th Youth Competition Ensemble Tramuntana:
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About us
In the summer of 2014, the Ensemble Tramuntana was founded under the direction of Barry Sargent, with the aim of showcasing the talent of musicians from the Balearic Islands. The Serra de Tramuntana, a World Heritage site, served as the inspiration for the ensemble's name. The Ensemble Tramuntana's formation varies according to the repertoire: ranging from small chamber groups to a classical orchestra with winds. They perform repertoire from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries using historical instruments, and also enjoy presenting 20th-century programs performed with classical instruments.
Activities
Concert series, youth competition, masterclasses, etc.
The historically informed concert series in the Balearic Islands.
A competition for young musicians aged 14 to 23. The prize? Performing as a soloist with the Ensemble!
Press
"THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN"
Pere Estelrich i Massutí
Sant Felip Neri de Palma (12-30-2019)
The Ensemble Tramuntana, directed by Barry Sargent, possesses the ability to make us hear the most well-known Baroque works as if they were new; it achieves a sound balanced between purism and modernity thanks to the use of original period instruments. [...]
"NATALE"
Emili Gené Vila
Sant Felip Neri de Palma (12-30-2019)
Seven top-tier musicians, seven soloists. And an exceptional violinist like Barry Sargent directing the group. Sensitivity, elegance, and great style. [...]
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