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Paul McCreesh is a leading figure in early music, best known as the founder and artistic director of the Gabrieli Consort & Players. Since forming the ensemble in 1982, he has specialized in liturgical reconstructions and period-instrument performances of Renaissance and Baroque repertoire, bringing historical sounds to modern audiences with clarity and stylistic authenticity. He established the Winged Lion label in 2010, supporting collaborations such as Wratislavia Cantans and a breadth of choral and oratorio works. McCreesh’s work has earned major awards across the classical world, underscoring his impact as a conductor, editor, and advocate for historically informed performance.