Ensemble 415

Swiss Baroque Ensemble

Ensemble 415 is a Baroque orchestra based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 1981 by violinist Chiara Banchini, who is recognized for her expertise in historically informed performance. The ensemble's name refers to the pitch commonly used in Baroque music, A=415 Hz, which is lower than the modern standard pitch of A=440 Hz. Ensemble 415 specializes in the performance of 17th and 18th-century music using period instruments and techniques. Over the years, they have gained international acclaim for their performances and recordings, which often shed light on lesser-known works of the Baroque era. The ensemble has collaborated with renowned soloists and has contributed significantly to the early music revival movement. They have an extensive discography that includes interpretations of works by composers such as Antonio Vivaldi, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.