The Quintetto Arnold was formed in 1978 by five renowned italian instrumentalists, who also perform as first players in radio symphony orchestras and serve on the faculties of various conservatories in Northern Italy. In the same year the ensemble won the first prize at the International Wind Competition in Ancona. They have become internationally known, above all, through their premiere performances of works of distinguishes Italian composers, like Berio and Donatoni, as well as through their CD recordings.