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"The Leoncello - School and historic dance group was founded in 1983 in Legnano (Milan) as a cultural Association, with the aim of studying and rebuild on original documents, the social dances court XV from the eighteenth century. " Visit website for more information. (ed.)

Added on: Sep 06, 2008 | Hits: 421

"It is now 15 years from the establishment of this group, born in the shadow of "Palio of Rhone." After an initial period, considered to be pure entertainment, grew the interest and passion for Renaissance dances, which were both held internal courses taught by professionals of ancient dances. In addition, to continue with greater commitment its activity was thorough study of these dances through the acquisition of the most famous and popular dances of treaties'400 and'500. Over time has strengthened the experience, the staff has increased and resulted in the desire to spread and disseminate the lessons learned through exhibitions at various locations in Northern Italy (participation in parades, historical, animation dinners medieval and Renaissance, in collaboration with some instrumental ensemble) and lessons-performance in some schools in the first and second grade. ... " (Google translation) Visit website for more information. (ed.)

Added on: May 18, 2008 | Hits: 546

“The group of renaissance dances "The Chirintana", (Mimmo Caruso, Cynthia Romanello Pomes, Marcella Taurino, Patrizia Jesuit, Paola Miglietta), was born in 1995 and has established itself as a cultural association in 1999. The association is engaged in spreading the culture of the Renaissance dance, especially the Italian one, reconstructing dances and attitudes described in the manuscripts of the early masters of dance of the mid-fifteenth century onwards. The group has also a repertoire of dances and music from the fifteenth and sixteenth century Italian and French. …”

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Added on: Feb 28, 2012 | Hits: 183

"Born in the summer of 2004, thanks to the historical dance courses organised by Alia Music and conducted by Lucio Paul Texts, Alt (r) Dança is a group of ancient dance that seeks the reconstruction of original music and choreography taken by first treated the "masters of dance" (Dominic from Piacenza, William Jew, Antonio Cornazano, Fabrizio Caroso, Cesare Negri, etc.)

Since its inception the group has participated in dinners, events and exhibitions of medieval and Renaissance music, and now works steadily with Alia Music, occupying an important role in the Review devoted to "Music in the places of ancient Via Francigena." (Google translation) Visit website for more information. (ed.)

Added on: May 17, 2008 | Hits: 1155

“Rotruenge is a non-profit organisation formed by Christophe Deslignes in 1996 to introduce as many people as possible to medieval music and dance. It organises recitals and other events, mainly in the Yonne department (Auxerre, Saint-Julien-du-Sault, Seignelay, Georges Hosotte Art Centre in Bailly). In 1997 it started the International Medieval Music and Dance Course and the Saint-Bris Medieval Festival, which the Compagnie Retroencha runs in the medieval village of Saint-Bris-le-Vineux during the first week in August, enabling participants of all ages and abilities to find out or learn more about the song, dance and instrumental music of the period. In addition, a workshop devoted entirely to the reconstruction of medieval dances is held in May each year. Rotruenge is now proposing a series of four master classes at Lissac-sur-Couze, in the Corrèze department, for experienced musicians and existing ensembles.”

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Added on: Jan 12, 2012 | Hits: 201

Early music ensemble and dancers.

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Added on: Sep 15, 2011 | Hits: 169

“An exceptionnal event “le Bal de Versailles“

Live the time of a magic night, the history,the music, the suits through centuries,Royal usher, animation baroque, Ballet Master, duels with sword, baroque and current musics, salty buffet sweet food, drinks and Champagne … “

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Added on: Dec 24, 2011 | Hits: 227

“La Compagnie du Globe is a professional group of baroque music: 14 singers and instrumentalists. It gives concerts and performances with 2 dancers. 2 Sessions each year, in Ardèche (France) for all baroque musicians and dancers. …”

Added on: May 19, 2012 | Hits: 131

The Cie Fantaisies Baroques aims to promote and disseminate choreographed performances of evening events, educational activities, with the theme of the Renaissance, Baroque and the nineteenth century.

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Added on: Jan 12, 2012 | Hits: 212

“L’Eclat des Muses - Cie Christine Bayle is a baroque dance troupe, research team and school. She creates performances that fall, depending on the project, in either to dance and “live” music, play and drama texts. Her research focuses on the coherence and the interaction of Baroque art, still buried in directories upstream and downstream of the "baroque", on the deepening of knowledge and skills. Finally, she shares practical knowledge to different audiences, teaches amateurs, and since 1983 has formed many professionals …”

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Added on: Jan 10, 2012 | Hits: 291

“In 2000, Ana Yepes created her company in order to present dance performances in different styles that she developed.The company includes contemporary dancers and baroque dancers, depending on the performance needs..

Éclats Baroques, show consists of three short pieces, selected pieces of the baroque repertoire of the company for six dancers and soundtrack. It includes Éclats de Donaires, Danses du Roi and de Fiesta. …”

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Added on: Nov 16, 2011 | Hits: 245

Baroque dance troupe. Visit website for more information. (ed.)

Added on: Aug 04, 2008 | Hits: 528

“Based in the historical region of Auxerre, in Bourgogne, the Bassa Toscana Company was created in 2000 in order to perform and teach French Medieval and Renaissance Dance. The music and instruments are exact replicas of the instruments of that time. The costumes replicate Medieval and Renaissance costumes as represented in paintings of the 15th and 16th centuries. The dances as they are performed and taught by the members of Bassa Toscana have been thoroughly researched in 15th and 16th century texts such as those of Négri, de Caroso and Thoinot Areau.”

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Added on: Mar 13, 2012 | Hits: 207

“The Association Les Fêtes d'Hébé brings together those interested in the practice of the dance of the 15th to 18th centuries, both of the "belle danse" and "danse noble" of the balls and of the theatre. The programs of the Association include the dances of the repertory drawn from primary historic source references as well as original choreographic creations. The theatrical forms include the comédie-ballet, the tragédie lyrique and the opéra-ballet.

Working with the ensemble Les Musiciens de Mademoiselle de Guise, we  offered André Campra's L’Europe Galante in 2001, Henry Purcell's Dido & Aeneas in 2002 and M.P. de Montéclair's Les Fêtes de l'Eté in 2003 at the Salle Rossini in Paris, a production on M.A. Charpentier's works in 2004 at Lycée Jacques Decour in Paris. These productions are also the opportunity to showcase young artists who are completing their training and to complete their introduction to the world of historic theatre productions.

The Association Les Fêtes d’Hébé offers everyone, both amateurs and professionals, the opportunity of training in baroque dance through weekly courses directed by Cécília Grácio Moura as well as workshops at various times in the year.
Bruna Gondoni is also invited for courses and workshops for Italian Renaissance dance.”

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Added on: Mar 25, 2012 | Hits: 178

Ensemble for historical dance, Stuttgart.

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Added on: Feb 14, 2012 | Hits: 210

Historical dance group.

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Added on: Feb 14, 2012 | Hits: 217

“La Riverenza is an ensemble of historical dance, and was founded in Dortmund in 1997. Our repertoire includes dances from 15th to the end of the 19th Century. Taking into account historical sources, we are establishing programs for historic celebrations, balls and other events. Authentic costumes for each dance give the audience an interesting picture of the different styles.

We meet weekly for training and regularly attend special seminars and training courses at renowned dance scholars from home and abroad.”

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Added on: Apr 28, 2012 | Hits: 186

“Founded in 1999 by Jadwiga Nowaczek, La Danza München brings historical dances of the 17^th to 19^th century to the performance stage. The ensemble performs in costume after historical models. The members of the ensemble have several years of dance training in the specific language of movement (the meticulous steps and imaginative choreography adequately portray) of each the studied periods. The subtlety of movement, grace and dignity inherent in the courtly dance are important criteria in developing the dances. A hallmark of the ensemble is the homogeneity of the dance movement. This particular component of the geometrical baroque choreographies for dancers and for spectators is understandable. …”

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Added on: Jan 31, 2012 | Hits: 201

Dance institute of vintage and modern dances.

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Added on: Jan 20, 2012 | Hits: 284

Institute for Early Dance/Belin/Ingo Günther

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Tags: Barocktanzensemble contretem(p)s berlin (Early Baroque Dance Ensemble Contretemps - Berlin)

Added on: Apr 19, 2012 | Hits: 176

“early-dance.de is dedicated to early dance. It covers dances from Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and 19th century Periods.

The mission is to bring lovers of early dance together!”

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Added on: Aug 20, 2008 | Hits: 717

"In 1551 the Dutch publisher Tilman Susato issued a book with tunes: "daer inne begrepen syn alderhande danserye". These words "a lot of dances" are the source of our name Danserey, under which we already demonstrated our dances on a lot of historical festivals throughout Bavaria/Germany.

The Danserey Landshut is a group which is performing demonstrations of dances and music out of the Renaissance in historical costumes.

We are meeting regularly in the VHS Landshut to learn new dances and to work on our program. For sure, we also enjoy just having fun. " Visit website for more information. (ed.)

Added on: Sep 06, 2008 | Hits: 619

“The Dance Ensemble ROSSINA in Hamburg, under the direction of Birte Hoffmann-Cabenda, was founded in 1982. We are dancing historical dances mainly from renaissance and baroque and are non-professionals. We make our performances in costumes sewed after historical models; when possible accompanied on authentical instruments.

The group members of the group are of mixed ages, new members and visitors are always welcome.“

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Added on: Feb 13, 2012 | Hits: 195

“The Baroque Dance Ensemble contretem (p) was founded in 1993 by Berlin's Ingo Günther, a longtime employee of the Neubegründers and mentor of the historical dance in Germany, Prof. Karl Heinz Taubert.

Focus of the work are the dances of the 18th Century, Baroque and Rococo. The reconstructed dances are based on careful consideration of the relevant studied sources, done in authentic period costumes, and are usually performed on stage in dramatic context.

The ensemble's repertoire also includes dances of the Renaissance (15th and 16th century), and dances of the epochs Empire, Biedermeier and the (blessed waltz) romance.  …”

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Added on: Apr 19, 2012 | Hits: 182

"Bernhard Gertsch studied in Berne and Zurich drama, dance and singing and was formed in early music and historical dance in Basel (Schola Cantorum) and Paris ("L'eclat of the muses") on. Since 1990 he has been a freelance dancer, actor and choreographer specializing in historical "dance theater" and baroque opera. He collaborated with ensembles and orchestras such as: Teatro Arcimboldo, Basel; ensemble Fontainebleau, La Petite Bande, Ghent; contretemps, Lautten Compagney, Berlin, New London Consort, Time Dance, London etc. ..." (Google Translation)

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Added on: Apr 18, 2013 | Hits: 43