Orchestra Filarmonica della Calabria is a classical music ensemble based in Calabria, Italy. The orchestra was founded in 1997 by the conductor and composer, Francesco Scrofani Cancellieri, with the aim of promoting classical music in the region of Calabria. The orchestra's main members include around 50 musicians, including string players, woodwind players, brass players, and percussionists. The orchestra has a core of professional musicians, but also includes talented students from the region's music schools. Since its founding, Orchestra Filarmonica della Calabria has performed in numerous concerts and festivals throughout Italy and Europe. The orchestra has collaborated with many renowned soloists and conductors, including Ennio Morricone, Andrea Bocelli, and Riccardo Muti. One of the highlights of the orchestra's performances was its participation in the opening ceremony of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy. The orchestra performed alongside the Italian pop singer, Laura Pausini, in front of a global audience of millions. In addition to its performances, Orchestra Filarmonica della Calabria has also received numerous awards and recognitions for its contributions to classical music. In 2003, the orchestra was awarded the prestigious "Premio Abbiati" by the Italian music critics association for its outstanding performances and contributions to the Italian music scene. The orchestra has also been recognized for its commitment to promoting classical music education in the region of Calabria. In 2010, the orchestra launched a program called "Orchestra in the Classroom," which brings professional musicians into local schools to teach students about classical music and orchestral instruments. Overall, Orchestra Filarmonica della Calabria has established itself as a leading classical music ensemble in Italy and Europe. With its commitment to promoting classical music and education, the orchestra has become an important cultural institution in the region of Calabria.

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