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The Orchestre Philharmonique de Strasbourg (Strasbourg Philharmonic Orchestra) is a renowned classical music ensemble based in Strasbourg, France. Founded in 1855, the orchestra has a rich history of over 165 years of musical excellence and has become one of the most respected orchestras in Europe. The orchestra was founded by a group of music enthusiasts who wanted to establish a professional orchestra in Strasbourg. The first concert was held on November 5, 1855, under the direction of conductor Joseph Mainzer. The orchestra quickly gained a reputation for its high-quality performances and attracted some of the most talented musicians in the region. Over the years, the orchestra has had many notable conductors, including Hans Pfitzner, Charles Munch, and Alain Lombard. In 2011, Marko Letonja was appointed as the orchestra's music director and principal conductor. Letonja is a highly respected conductor who has worked with many of the world's leading orchestras and has won numerous awards for his work. The orchestra's main members are its musicians, who are some of the most talented and dedicated musicians in Europe. The orchestra has a core of around 100 musicians, including strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. The musicians are selected through a rigorous audition process and are chosen for their technical skill, musicality, and ability to work well in a team. The orchestra has performed in many of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Musikverein in Vienna, and the Salle Pleyel in Paris. The orchestra has also performed at many international music festivals, including the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh International Festival, and the BBC Proms. One of the orchestra's most notable performances was its 2014 performance of Mahler's Symphony No. 8, also known as the "Symphony of a Thousand." The performance featured over 1,000 musicians, including the orchestra, several choirs, and soloists. The performance was widely praised for its technical skill and emotional depth and was broadcast live on French television. The orchestra has also won many awards for its performances and recordings. In 2015, the orchestra won the International Classical Music Award for its recording of Ravel's Daphnis et Chloé. The orchestra has also won several Diapason d'Or awards, which are given to the best classical music recordings of the year. In addition to its performances and recordings, the orchestra is also committed to music education and outreach. The orchestra has a youth orchestra program, which provides young musicians with the opportunity to perform with the orchestra and receive coaching from its musicians. The orchestra also performs concerts for school groups and participates in community outreach programs. Overall, the Orchestre Philharmonique de Strasbourg is a world-class classical music ensemble with a rich history and a commitment to musical excellence and education. Its talented musicians, dedicated staff, and visionary leadership have made it one of the most respected orchestras in Europe and a cultural treasure for the city of Strasbourg.

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