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The Torino Symphony Orchestra, also known as the Orchestra Sinfonica di Torino della RAI, is a classical music ensemble based in Turin, Italy. The orchestra was founded in 1931 by the Italian Radio Broadcasting Corporation (RAI) and has since become one of the most renowned orchestras in Italy. The founding of the Torino Symphony Orchestra was a result of the Italian government's decision to establish a national radio broadcasting service in the early 1930s. The RAI was created to provide radio programming to the Italian people, and the Torino Symphony Orchestra was established as part of this initiative. The orchestra's first conductor was the Italian composer and conductor Franco Alfano, who led the ensemble until 1945. Over the years, the Torino Symphony Orchestra has had many notable conductors, including Mario Rossi, Sergiu Celibidache, and Gianandrea Noseda. The orchestra has also collaborated with many renowned soloists, including pianist Martha Argerich, violinist Salvatore Accardo, and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. One of the highlights of the Torino Symphony Orchestra's history was its performance at the 1956 Venice Biennale, where it premiered the opera "Il Prigioniero" by Luigi Dallapiccola. The performance was a great success and helped to establish the orchestra's reputation as a leading ensemble in Italy. In addition to its performances in Italy, the Torino Symphony Orchestra has also toured extensively throughout Europe and the world. The orchestra has performed in many prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Musikverein in Vienna, and Carnegie Hall in New York. The Torino Symphony Orchestra has also received many awards and accolades over the years. In 1959, the orchestra was awarded the prestigious Premio Abbiati, which is given annually by the Italian Association of Music Critics to the best Italian orchestra. The orchestra has also been awarded the Grand Prix du Disque and the Diapason d'Or for its recordings. Today, the Torino Symphony Orchestra continues to be a leading ensemble in Italy and is known for its high-quality performances of both classical and contemporary music. The orchestra's current music director is Gianandrea Noseda, who has been with the ensemble since 2007. Under Noseda's leadership, the orchestra has continued to receive critical acclaim and has performed with many renowned soloists, including pianist Lang Lang and violinist Joshua Bell. In conclusion, the Torino Symphony Orchestra is a classical music ensemble with a rich history and a reputation for excellence. Founded in 1931 by the Italian Radio Broadcasting Corporation, the orchestra has become one of the most renowned ensembles in Italy and has collaborated with many renowned soloists and conductors over the years. With its high-quality performances and numerous awards and accolades, the Torino Symphony Orchestra continues to be a leading ensemble in the world of classical music.

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