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The Orchestre de la Societe Des Concerts Symphonique De Paris, also known as the Paris Symphony Orchestra, is a classical music ensemble that has been a prominent figure in the French music scene for over a century. Founded in 1828, the orchestra has undergone several name changes and transformations, but has remained a symbol of excellence in classical music. The orchestra was founded by François-Antoine Habeneck, a French violinist and conductor, who sought to establish a permanent orchestra in Paris that would perform the works of the great composers of the time. Habeneck was a student of the famous violinist Giovanni Battista Viotti and had previously played in the orchestra of the Paris Opera. He was also a member of the Conservatoire de Paris, where he taught violin and conducted the orchestra. The first concert of the Societe Des Concerts Symphonique De Paris was held on March 9, 1828, at the Salle des Menus-Plaisirs. The program included works by Beethoven, Haydn, and Mozart, and was met with great enthusiasm by the audience. The orchestra quickly gained a reputation for its high level of musicianship and its commitment to performing the works of the great composers. Over the years, the orchestra has undergone several changes in leadership and membership. In 1848, Habeneck resigned as conductor and was replaced by Jules Pasdeloup, who led the orchestra for over 30 years. Pasdeloup was known for his innovative programming, which included works by contemporary composers such as Berlioz, Wagner, and Liszt. He also introduced the concept of the "popular concert," which made classical music more accessible to the general public. In 1891, the orchestra was renamed the Orchestre de la Societe des Concerts du Conservatoire, reflecting its close ties to the Conservatoire de Paris. The orchestra continued to perform under this name until 1967, when it was renamed the Orchestre National de France. Throughout its history, the orchestra has been home to many talented musicians, including the famous French composer and conductor Pierre Boulez, who served as its music director from 1976 to 1995. Boulez was known for his avant-garde approach to music and his commitment to promoting contemporary composers. The orchestra has also been recognized for its outstanding performances and has received numerous awards and accolades. In 1958, it was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9. In 1989, it received the Victoire de la Musique award for Best Orchestral Performance for its recording of Debussy's La Mer. One of the orchestra's most notable performances took place in 1963, when it performed Stravinsky's Rite of Spring under the direction of Leonard Bernstein. The performance was met with both applause and controversy, as the piece had famously caused a riot at its premiere in 1913. In recent years, the orchestra has continued to thrive under the leadership of its current music director, Daniele Gatti. Gatti, who has previously served as the music director of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Orchestre National de France, is known for his dynamic and expressive conducting style. The Orchestre de la Societe Des Concerts Symphonique De Paris has played a significant role in the development of classical music in France and has contributed to the world's appreciation of the genre.

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