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The Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra is a classical music ensemble based in Lisbon, Portugal. Founded in 1992, the orchestra has become one of the most prominent and respected orchestras in Portugal and has gained international recognition for its performances. The orchestra was founded by conductor and composer Pedro Amaral, who served as its artistic director until 2003. The ensemble was initially formed as a chamber orchestra, but it quickly grew in size and scope, becoming a full symphony orchestra in 1994. The orchestra's mission is to promote classical music and to provide high-quality performances to audiences in Portugal and around the world. The Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra is made up of approximately 80 musicians, including some of the most talented and experienced performers in Portugal. The orchestra's members come from a variety of backgrounds and have performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras and conductors. Over the years, the Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra has performed a wide range of classical music, from Baroque and Classical to Romantic and Contemporary. The orchestra has collaborated with many renowned soloists, conductors, and composers, including Maria João Pires, Lang Lang, Plácido Domingo, and Krzysztof Penderecki. One of the highlights of the Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra's career was its performance at the 2000 World Exposition in Hanover, Germany. The orchestra performed a series of concerts that were attended by thousands of people and received critical acclaim. The orchestra has also performed at many other prestigious venues and events, including the Gulbenkian Foundation in Lisbon, the Casa da Música in Porto, and the Festival Internacional de Música de Macau. In addition to its performances, the Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra has also received numerous awards and accolades for its work. In 2001, the orchestra was awarded the Medal of Cultural Merit by the Portuguese government in recognition of its contributions to the arts. The orchestra has also been nominated for several international awards, including the Gramophone Award and the International Classical Music Award. The Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra has also been involved in many educational and outreach programs, aimed at promoting classical music to young people and underserved communities. The orchestra has worked with schools and community organizations to provide music education and to bring classical music to audiences who might not otherwise have access to it. In recent years, the Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra has continued to grow and evolve, under the leadership of its current artistic director, Cesário Costa. The orchestra has expanded its repertoire and has continued to collaborate with some of the world's most talented musicians and conductors. The Lisbon Metropolitan Orchestra remains one of the most important and respected classical music ensembles in Portugal and is a testament to the power and beauty of classical music.

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