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Orchestra Lirica di Torino della Rai is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1946 in Turin, Italy. The ensemble was established by the Italian national broadcasting company, Radiotelevisione Italiana (RAI), with the aim of promoting and preserving Italian opera and classical music. The orchestra's founding members included some of the most talented musicians in Italy at the time, including conductor Mario Rossi, who served as the ensemble's first music director. Under Rossi's leadership, the orchestra quickly gained a reputation for its high-quality performances and became one of the most sought-after ensembles in Italy. Over the years, Orchestra Lirica di Torino della Rai has had many notable members, including conductors such as Arturo Basile, Gianandrea Gavazzeni, and Gianluigi Gelmetti. The ensemble has also worked with many renowned soloists, including Luciano Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo, and José Carreras. One of the orchestra's most significant achievements was its collaboration with the legendary Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi. In 1951, the ensemble performed Verdi's Requiem Mass in Milan, which was broadcast live on RAI radio and was heard by millions of people across Italy. The performance was a huge success and helped to cement the orchestra's reputation as one of the finest ensembles in the country. Over the years, Orchestra Lirica di Torino della Rai has performed at many of the world's most prestigious concert halls and opera houses, including La Scala in Milan, the Royal Opera House in London, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. The ensemble has also toured extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas, bringing Italian opera and classical music to audiences around the world. In addition to its many performances, Orchestra Lirica di Torino della Rai has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1955, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Premio della Critica Musicale Italiana for its outstanding contributions to Italian music. The orchestra has also been recognized by the Italian government for its cultural contributions, receiving the title of "Ambassador of Italian Culture" in 2001. Today, Orchestra Lirica di Torino della Rai continues to be one of the most respected and beloved classical music ensembles in Italy and around the world. The ensemble's commitment to preserving and promoting Italian opera and classical music has made it a cultural institution and a source of national pride for the people of Italy.

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