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Orchestra Sinfonica Di Roma Della RAI, also known as the Rome Symphony Orchestra, is a classical music ensemble based in Rome, Italy. The orchestra was founded in 1930 by the Italian national broadcasting company, RAI, and has since become one of the most renowned orchestras in Italy. The orchestra's founding was part of RAI's efforts to promote classical music in Italy and to provide a platform for Italian musicians to showcase their talents. The first conductor of the orchestra was Bernardino Molinari, who led the ensemble until 1946. Molinari was succeeded by a number of notable conductors, including Franco Ferrara, Sergiu Celibidache, and Zubin Mehta. Over the years, the Rome Symphony Orchestra has attracted some of the most talented musicians in Italy and has collaborated with many renowned soloists and conductors from around the world. Some of the orchestra's most notable members have included violinist Salvatore Accardo, cellist Enrico Dindo, and pianist Maurizio Pollini. The Rome Symphony Orchestra has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in Italy and around the world, including the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and Carnegie Hall in New York. The orchestra has also performed at many international music festivals, including the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh International Festival, and the BBC Proms. One of the highlights of the Rome Symphony Orchestra's history was its performance at the opening ceremony of the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome. The orchestra played the Italian national anthem and a specially commissioned piece by composer Angelo Lavagnino, which was broadcast to millions of viewers around the world. The Rome Symphony Orchestra has also been recognized for its excellence with numerous awards and accolades. In 1954, the orchestra was awarded the prestigious Premio della Critica Musicale Italiana for its outstanding performances. In 1996, the orchestra was awarded the Abbiati Prize, which is considered one of the most prestigious awards in Italian classical music. In recent years, the Rome Symphony Orchestra has continued to attract audiences with its innovative programming and high-quality performances. The orchestra has collaborated with a wide range of contemporary composers and has premiered many new works by Italian and international composers. Today, the Rome Symphony Orchestra remains one of the most important cultural institutions in Italy and continues to promote classical music to audiences around the world. With its rich history and commitment to excellence, the orchestra is sure to remain a fixture of the classical music world for many years to come.

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