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The Orchestra del Festival di Martina Franca is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1975 in the town of Martina Franca, located in the southern Italian region of Apulia. The ensemble was established with the aim of promoting and preserving the rich musical heritage of the region, as well as providing a platform for young and talented musicians to showcase their skills. The founding members of the Orchestra del Festival di Martina Franca were a group of local musicians who shared a passion for classical music and a desire to create a professional ensemble that could compete with the best orchestras in Italy and beyond. The ensemble was initially led by the renowned Italian conductor Fabio Luisi, who served as its artistic director for several years and helped to establish its reputation as one of the finest classical music ensembles in the country. Over the years, the Orchestra del Festival di Martina Franca has attracted some of the most talented musicians from Italy and abroad, many of whom have gone on to achieve great success in their careers. The ensemble's current members include some of the most accomplished musicians in the field, including violinists Salvatore Accardo and Uto Ughi, cellist Mario Brunello, and pianist Maurizio Pollini. One of the highlights of the Orchestra del Festival di Martina Franca's history was its performance at the prestigious Salzburg Festival in 1980, where it received critical acclaim for its interpretation of Mozart's "Don Giovanni." The ensemble has also performed at some of the most renowned concert halls and festivals in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Berlin Philharmonic. In addition to its impressive performance record, the Orchestra del Festival di Martina Franca has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1997, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Premio Abbiati, which is considered one of the highest honors in the Italian classical music world. The award recognized the ensemble's outstanding contributions to the promotion and preservation of classical music in Italy and beyond. The Orchestra del Festival di Martina Franca has also been recognized for its commitment to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly hosts workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, providing them with the opportunity to learn from some of the most accomplished musicians in the field. The ensemble also collaborates with local schools and community organizations to bring classical music to a wider audience, particularly in underserved areas. In recent years, the Orchestra del Festival di Martina Franca has continued to build on its legacy of excellence, with a renewed focus on innovation and experimentation. The ensemble has collaborated with a diverse range of artists and musicians, including jazz pianist Chick Corea and composer Philip Glass, to create new and exciting works that push the boundaries of classical music. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Orchestra del Festival di Martina Franca has remained committed to its mission of promoting and preserving classical music. The ensemble has adapted to the new reality of virtual performances, hosting a series of online concerts and events that have reached audiences around the world.

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