Period

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Baroque

Genre

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Concerto

 

 

Orchestral

 

Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1979 by Richard Kapp, a renowned conductor and pianist. The ensemble is known for its exceptional performances of Baroque and Classical music, as well as its commitment to promoting the works of contemporary composers. The founding of Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York was a result of Richard Kapp's desire to create a chamber orchestra that would showcase the talents of some of the finest musicians in New York City. Kapp, who had previously served as the music director of the New York Philharmonic's Young People's Concerts, wanted to create an ensemble that would be dedicated to performing the works of the great composers of the past, as well as the works of contemporary composers. The ensemble's first performance took place in 1979 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The concert was a great success, and it marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career for Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York. Over the years, the ensemble has featured some of the most talented musicians in the world, including violinist Itzhak Perlman, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, and pianist Emanuel Ax. The ensemble's core members include violinists Peter Winograd and Ani Kavafian, violist Toby Appel, cellist Nathaniel Rosen, and bassist Timothy Cobb. One of the highlights of Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York's career was its performance at the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, New York. The ensemble was invited to perform at the opening ceremony of the games, and its performance was broadcast to millions of people around the world. The ensemble's performance was widely praised, and it helped to establish Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York as one of the premier classical music ensembles in the world. In addition to its performance at the Winter Olympics, Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York has also performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center. The ensemble has also toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe, and it has collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors in the world, including Leonard Bernstein and Zubin Mehta. Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York has also been recognized for its exceptional performances with numerous awards and accolades. In 1983, the ensemble was awarded the ASCAP Award for Adventurous Programming, which recognizes ensembles that demonstrate a commitment to performing works by contemporary composers. The ensemble has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards, and it has won the Diapason d'Or, one of the most prestigious awards in the classical music world. In addition to its performances and awards, Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York has also been committed to promoting music education and outreach. The ensemble has worked with numerous schools and community organizations to provide music education and performance opportunities to young people. The ensemble has also established the Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York Foundation, which provides financial support to young musicians and composers. In conclusion, Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York is a classical music ensemble that has established itself as one of the premier ensembles in the world. Founded by Richard Kapp in 1979, the ensemble has featured some of the most talented musicians in the world and has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world.

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