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La Petite Bande
La Petite Bande is a Belgian chamber orchestra formed in Leuven in 1972, specializing in baroque music and early classical repertoire with a focus on period instruments.
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La Petite Bande, Belgian chamber orchestra dedicated to baroque authenticity since 1972.
Over 300 recordings since 1972 focused on classical and baroque repertoire, with sought-after CD and SACD editions.
Founded in Leuven in 1972, La Petite Bande has built its reputation as a leading Belgian chamber orchestra dedicated to historically informed performances of baroque music. Their core repertoire spans works by composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, emphasizing authenticity through period instruments and sound practices.
With over 300 recorded releases mostly on CD and SACD formats, La Petite Bande’s catalog includes oratorios, masses, and operas, highlighting baroque choral and instrumental masterpieces. Their discography features labels like Deutsche Harmonia Mundi and Challenge Classics, reflecting a consistent collaboration within the classical music community.
Discography
La Petite Bande discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Challenge Classics · 2014Weihnachtsoratorium
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Challenge Classics · 2009Matthäus-Passion BWV 244
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Challenge Classics · 2009H-Moll-Messe BWV 232
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Hyperion · 2003Die Auferstehung Und Himmelfahrt Jesu
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Brilliant Classics · 2000Così Fan Tutte - Opera Buffa
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Deutsche Harmonia Mundi · 1996Harmoniemesse - Te Deum
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Denon · 1995Sinfonia Concertante K.364 / Violin Concerto K.216
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Ediciones Del Prado · 1992Concerti Grossi Op. 6. Nos. 1-6
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Deutsche Harmonia Mundi Digital · 1988Davidde Penitente K 469 / Ave Verum Corpus K 618
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Deutsche Harmonia Mundi · 19834 Ouvertüren I
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Deutsche Harmonia Mundi · 19834 Ouverturen II
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RCA Red Seal · 1980Le Quattro Stagioni • Die Vier Jahreszeiten • The Four Seasons • Les Quatre Saisons
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Deutsche Harmonia Mundi · Gustav Leonhardt - Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme
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Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up La Petite Bande's career.
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Zoroastre - Tragédie lyrique en cinq actes/Cessés de redouter des prêstres criminels
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Zoroastre - Tragédie lyrique en cinq actes/Entrées des Bergers, Pastres, Peuples etc. - Andante
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Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248: Part 1, Jauchzet, frohlocket! Auf, preiset die Tage - No. 1, Jauchze
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Armide Overture
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Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248: Part 1, Jauchzet, frohlocket! Auf, preiset die Tage - No. 1, Jauchzet
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Armide: Passacaille
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Magnificat in D BWV243: Coro: Magnificat anima mea
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08
Fantaisie: I. Grave
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01Formation
Started in 1972 in Leuven, Belgium
La Petite Bande was established in 1972 in Leuven, setting its foundations in historically informed baroque music within Belgium's chamber orchestra scene.
02Repertoire Focus
Baroque and Early Music Specialization
The ensemble specializes in baroque masterpieces, including works by Bach, with a particular interest in historical accuracy and period instrument performance.
03Discography
Over 300 releases including oratorios and operas
Their extensive discography covers important baroque works such as the "Matthäus-Passion BWV 244" and "Weihnachtsoratorium", released primarily on CD and SACD formats.
04Label Collaborations
Notable recordings on Deutsche Harmonia Mundi and Challenge Classics
The orchestra has released acclaimed works with labels like Deutsche Harmonia Mundi and Challenge Classics, noted for their dedication to classical and baroque repertoire.
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What kind of music does La Petite Bande specialize in?
They focus primarily on baroque music, with historically informed performances using period instruments.
When was La Petite Bande founded?
La Petite Bande was founded in 1972 in Leuven, Belgium.
Are there any vinyl records available from La Petite Bande?
Most of their releases are on CD and SACD; vinyl editions are rare or not widely cataloged.
Which famous composers' works are featured by La Petite Bande?
The ensemble performs works by composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach and other baroque-era masters.
What formats are most La Petite Bande recordings released in?
The majority of their catalog consists of CD and SACD, including hybrid and multichannel formats.
Where in Belgium did La Petite Bande originate?
The orchestra was formed in Leuven, a city in Belgium known for its cultural heritage.
Can I find La Petite Bande recordings on French platforms or stores?
Yes, their recordings are accessible in France, especially through classical music retailers and specialized distributors.
What distinguishes La Petite Bande's performances of baroque music?
Their emphasis on period instruments and historically informed techniques aims to recreate authentic baroque soundscapes.
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Last updated: 07/07/2026