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The Soloists Ensemble of the Moscow Philharmony Orchestra is a renowned classical music group that has been captivating audiences around the world for decades. The ensemble was founded in 1964 by the legendary Russian conductor, Kirill Kondrashin, and has since become one of the most respected and sought-after chamber orchestras in the world. The ensemble is made up of some of the most talented musicians in Russia, many of whom have won numerous awards and accolades for their exceptional musicianship. The group's repertoire includes a wide range of classical music, from Baroque to contemporary, and they are known for their impeccable technique, precision, and musicality. The birth of the Soloists Ensemble of the Moscow Philharmony Orchestra can be traced back to the early 1960s, when Kirill Kondrashin was the principal conductor of the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra. Kondrashin was a highly respected conductor who had already made a name for himself in Russia and abroad, having conducted some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Kondrashin had a vision of creating a chamber orchestra that would showcase the exceptional talent of the musicians in the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra. He handpicked some of the best musicians from the orchestra and formed the Soloists Ensemble, which made its debut in 1964. The ensemble quickly gained a reputation for its exceptional musicianship and became a regular fixture on the international concert circuit. They performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. One of the highlights of the ensemble's early career was their performance at the 1966 Edinburgh International Festival, where they received rave reviews for their performance of Shostakovich's Chamber Symphony. The ensemble's performance was so well-received that they were invited back to the festival the following year, where they performed a program of works by Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. Over the years, the Soloists Ensemble of the Moscow Philharmony Orchestra has continued to build on its reputation as one of the world's leading chamber orchestras. They have collaborated with some of the most renowned soloists in the world, including violinist Maxim Vengerov, pianist Martha Argerich, and cellist Mstislav Rostropovich. The ensemble has also won numerous awards and accolades for their exceptional musicianship. In 1978, they were awarded the State Prize of the USSR for their contribution to the development of chamber music in Russia. They have also won several international awards, including the Grand Prix at the International Chamber Music Competition in Bordeaux in 1983. One of the most memorable performances in the ensemble's history was their performance at the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, South Korea. The ensemble performed a program of works by Tchaikovsky, Shostakovich, and Prokofiev, which was broadcast to millions of people around the world. In recent years, the Soloists Ensemble of the Moscow Philharmony Orchestra has continued to tour extensively, performing in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls. They have also released several critically acclaimed recordings, including a recording of Shostakovich's Chamber Symphony, which was awarded the Diapason d'Or in 2010.

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