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The Pleyel Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1988 in Paris, France. The orchestra is named after Ignaz Pleyel, an Austrian composer and pianist who lived from 1757 to 1831. The Pleyel Orchestra is known for its performances of classical and romantic music, and has gained a reputation for its high level of musicianship and artistic excellence. The founding of the Pleyel Orchestra was the result of a collaboration between several musicians who shared a passion for classical music. The orchestra's founding members included conductor Michel Plasson, violinist Gérard Poulet, and cellist Philippe Muller. These musicians were all well-known in the classical music world, and had performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras and ensembles in Europe. The Pleyel Orchestra's first performance took place in 1988 at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris. The program for this concert included works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, and was met with critical acclaim. The success of this first performance led to the establishment of the Pleyel Orchestra as a permanent ensemble, and the orchestra began to perform regularly in Paris and throughout Europe. Over the years, the Pleyel Orchestra has attracted some of the most talented musicians in the world, and has become known for its high level of musicianship and artistic excellence. The orchestra's main members include conductor Michel Plasson, who has been with the ensemble since its founding, as well as violinist Renaud Capuçon, cellist Gautier Capuçon, and pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet. The Pleyel Orchestra has performed at some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Musikverein in Vienna, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. The orchestra has also collaborated with some of the most renowned soloists in the classical music world, including pianist Martha Argerich, violinist Maxim Vengerov, and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. One of the highlights of the Pleyel Orchestra's career was its performance at the 2008 Proms in London. The orchestra performed a program of works by French composers, including Debussy, Ravel, and Saint-Saëns, and was met with a standing ovation from the audience. The performance was broadcast live on BBC Radio 3, and was later released on CD. The Pleyel Orchestra has also received numerous awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. In 2003, the orchestra won the Victoires de la Musique Classique award for Best Orchestral Performance, and has been nominated for this award several times since then. The orchestra has also received critical acclaim for its recordings, including its 2009 recording of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, which was praised for its "powerful and emotional" interpretation. In addition to its performances and recordings, the Pleyel Orchestra is also committed to music education and outreach. The orchestra has established a number of educational programs, including workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, and has also performed concerts for children and families. Overall, the Pleyel Orchestra is a world-renowned classical music ensemble that has gained a reputation for its high level of musicianship and artistic excellence. With its talented musicians, innovative programming, and commitment to music education, the Pleyel Orchestra is sure to continue to be a major force in the classical music world for years to come.

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