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| Origin | Bergen, Norway |
| Genres | classical music |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Members | Mona Julsrud Frode Thorsen Markku Luolajan-Mikkola Hans Knut-Sveen |
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Bergen Barokk is a Norwegian music ensemble that specializes in 17th and 18th century Western European music. They are supported by the city of Bergen and Arts Council Norway.
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