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Orchestre de la Bastille is a classical music ensemble based in Paris, France. The orchestra was founded in 1989 by Myung-Whun Chung, a South Korean conductor and pianist. The ensemble was named after the famous Bastille Opera House, which was destroyed during the French Revolution. The orchestra's main members include musicians from all over the world, including France, South Korea, Japan, and the United States. The ensemble is known for its high level of musicianship and its commitment to performing a wide range of classical music repertoire. One of the highlights of Orchestre de la Bastille's early years was its performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony in 1990. The concert was held at the Bastille Opera House and was conducted by Myung-Whun Chung. The performance was widely praised for its energy and passion, and it helped to establish the orchestra as one of the leading classical music ensembles in France. Over the years, Orchestre de la Bastille has continued to perform a wide range of classical music repertoire, including works by Mozart, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, and Stravinsky. The ensemble has also collaborated with many of the world's leading soloists, including Yo-Yo Ma, Lang Lang, and Anne-Sophie Mutter. In addition to its regular concert series, Orchestre de la Bastille has also performed at many of the world's leading music festivals, including the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh International Festival, and the BBC Proms. The ensemble has also toured extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. One of the most notable performances in Orchestre de la Bastille's history was its 2007 performance of Mahler's Symphony No. 2, also known as the "Resurrection Symphony." The concert was held at the Salle Pleyel in Paris and was conducted by Myung-Whun Chung. The performance was widely praised for its emotional intensity and its powerful interpretation of Mahler's music. Orchestre de la Bastille has also received many awards and accolades over the years. In 1995, the ensemble was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Brahms' Symphony No. 1. The orchestra has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards, including Best Orchestral Performance and Best Classical Album. In addition to its musical achievements, Orchestre de la Bastille is also known for its commitment to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly performs for school groups and community organizations, and it has also established a program to support young musicians in France. Today, Orchestre de la Bastille continues to be one of the leading classical music ensembles in France and around the world. The orchestra's commitment to excellence and its passion for classical music have made it a beloved institution among music lovers everywhere.

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