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Società Corale Città di Cuneo, also known as the Cuneo City Choral Society, is a classical music ensemble based in the city of Cuneo, located in the Piedmont region of Italy. The ensemble was founded in 1863, making it one of the oldest choral societies in Italy. The founding of the Società Corale Città di Cuneo was a response to the growing interest in choral music in Italy during the 19th century. The society was established by a group of music enthusiasts who wanted to promote the art of choral singing in their community. The society's first conductor was Carlo Pedrotti, a prominent Italian composer and conductor who was also the founder of the Verdi Conservatory in Milan. Over the years, the Società Corale Città di Cuneo has had many members, both amateur and professional, who have contributed to the ensemble's success. The society has also had several conductors, including Carlo Pedrotti, Luigi Torri, and Giuseppe Garbarino, among others. One of the highlights of the Società Corale Città di Cuneo's history was its participation in the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, Illinois. The society was invited to perform at the exposition, which was a celebration of the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas. The society's performance was well-received, and it helped to establish the ensemble's reputation as one of the premier choral groups in Italy. In addition to its performance at the World's Columbian Exposition, the Società Corale Città di Cuneo has participated in many other major performances and competitions throughout its history. The ensemble has performed in major concert halls throughout Italy and Europe, including the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Musikverein in Vienna. The Società Corale Città di Cuneo has also won numerous awards and accolades for its performances. In 1900, the ensemble won first prize at the International Choral Competition in Paris, and in 1904, it won first prize at the International Choral Competition in St. Louis, Missouri. The society has also been awarded the Gold Medal of the City of Cuneo, the Silver Medal of the Province of Cuneo, and the Medal of the President of the Italian Republic. Today, the Società Corale Città di Cuneo continues to be an active and vibrant ensemble, with a repertoire that includes both classical and contemporary choral music. The society's current conductor is Maestro Fabrizio Barchi, who has been with the ensemble since 2010. In recent years, the Società Corale Città di Cuneo has performed in several major concerts and festivals, including the Festival of Sacred Music in Rome, the Festival of Choral Music in Verona, and the Festival of Music in Turin. The ensemble has also collaborated with other choral groups and orchestras, including the Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI and the Orchestra Filarmonica di Torino. In addition to its performances, the Società Corale Città di Cuneo is also involved in community outreach and education. The society offers choral workshops and masterclasses for singers of all ages and levels, and it also collaborates with local schools and music organizations to promote the art of choral singing. In conclusion, the Società Corale Città di Cuneo is a classical music ensemble with a rich history and a reputation for excellence.

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