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The Orquesta Filarmónica de Buenos Aires (OFBA) is a classical music ensemble based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Founded in 1946, the orchestra has become one of the most renowned and respected orchestras in South America. The OFBA was founded by conductor Teodoro Fuchs, who served as the orchestra's first music director. Fuchs was a prominent figure in the Argentine music scene, having previously founded the Buenos Aires Chamber Orchestra and the Buenos Aires Philharmonic Orchestra. He envisioned the OFBA as a way to bring together the best musicians in Buenos Aires to create a world-class orchestra. The orchestra's early years were marked by a series of successful performances and collaborations with prominent musicians and conductors. In 1950, the OFBA performed with legendary pianist Arthur Rubinstein, and in 1952, the orchestra collaborated with composer Igor Stravinsky on a performance of his work "The Rite of Spring." Over the years, the OFBA has been led by a number of distinguished conductors, including Juan José Castro, Pedro Ignacio Calderón, and Enrique Diemecke. Under their leadership, the orchestra has continued to grow and evolve, expanding its repertoire and collaborating with a wide range of musicians and artists. One of the highlights of the OFBA's history was its performance at the Teatro Colón in 1960. The concert, which featured works by Beethoven, Brahms, and Tchaikovsky, was a huge success and cemented the orchestra's reputation as one of the finest in South America. In the years that followed, the OFBA continued to perform at the Teatro Colón and other prestigious venues throughout Argentina and beyond. The orchestra also began to tour internationally, performing in Europe, Asia, and the United States. In 1991, the OFBA appointed Pedro Ignacio Calderón as its music director. Calderón was a highly respected conductor and composer, and he brought a new energy and vision to the orchestra. Under his leadership, the OFBA continued to expand its repertoire and collaborate with a wide range of musicians and artists. One of the highlights of Calderón's tenure was the orchestra's performance of Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 8 in 1999. The performance, which featured a choir of over 500 singers, was a massive undertaking and a huge success. It was later released as a recording and received widespread critical acclaim. In 2007, the OFBA appointed Enrique Diemecke as its music director. Diemecke was a well-known conductor and violinist, and he had previously served as the music director of the Buenos Aires Philharmonic Orchestra. Under his leadership, the OFBA continued to thrive, performing a wide range of works by composers from around the world. In recent years, the OFBA has continued to perform at the Teatro Colón and other prestigious venues throughout Argentina and beyond. The orchestra has also continued to collaborate with a wide range of musicians and artists, including pianist Martha Argerich and conductor Zubin Mehta. Throughout its history, the OFBA has received numerous awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. The orchestra has won multiple Premios Konex awards, which recognize excellence in the arts in Argentina, and has been praised by critics and audiences alike for its technical skill and musicality. Today, the Orquesta Filarmónica de Buenos Aires remains one of the most respected and admired orchestras in South America.

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