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The Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra is a renowned classical music ensemble based in the Czech Republic. The orchestra was founded in 1951 in the city of Pilsen, which is located in the western part of the country. The orchestra has since become one of the most respected and celebrated orchestras in the Czech Republic and beyond. The Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra was established by a group of musicians who were passionate about classical music and wanted to create an ensemble that would showcase the best of Czech music to the world. The orchestra started with just a handful of musicians, but it quickly grew in size and reputation. The orchestra's first conductor was František Jílek, who led the ensemble for over a decade. Over the years, the Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Musikverein in Vienna. The orchestra has also collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors and soloists in the world, including Leonard Bernstein, Zubin Mehta, and Yo-Yo Ma. One of the highlights of the Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra's history was its performance at the 1964 World's Fair in New York. The orchestra was invited to perform at the Czechoslovak Pavilion, and its performance was widely praised by critics and audiences alike. The orchestra's performance at the World's Fair helped to establish its reputation as one of the finest orchestras in Europe. Another major highlight of the Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra's history was its performance at the 1992 Prague Spring International Music Festival. The orchestra performed a program of Czech music, including works by Antonín Dvořák and Bedřich Smetana, to great acclaim. The performance was broadcast live on television and radio, and it helped to cement the orchestra's reputation as one of the leading interpreters of Czech music. Over the years, the Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra has won numerous awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. In 1995, the orchestra won the prestigious Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Dvořák's Symphony No. 9, "From the New World." The orchestra has also been awarded the Czech Music Critics' Prize several times, and it has been nominated for a Grammy Award for its recording of Smetana's "Má vlast." Today, the Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra continues to be one of the most respected and celebrated orchestras in the Czech Republic and beyond. The orchestra is led by conductor Tomáš Brauner, who has been its artistic director since 2015. Under Brauner's leadership, the orchestra has continued to perform a wide range of classical music, from the works of Czech composers to the great symphonies of Beethoven and Brahms. In recent years, the Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra has also become known for its innovative programming and collaborations with other artists. The orchestra has worked with contemporary composers such as John Adams and Philip Glass, and it has also collaborated with jazz musicians and rock bands. Despite its many achievements, the Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra remains committed to its mission of bringing the best of classical music to audiences around the world. The orchestra's dedication to excellence and its passion for music continue to inspire audiences and musicians alike, and it is sure to remain a fixture in the world of classical music for many years to come.

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