The Academy of Russian Music Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1994 by conductor and pianist Levon Ambartsumian. The ensemble is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and is known for its performances of Russian and Eastern European classical music. Levon Ambartsumian was born in Tbilisi, Georgia, and began his musical studies at the age of five. He went on to study at the Moscow Conservatory and later at the Juilliard School in New York. Ambartsumian has performed as a soloist with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Moscow Philharmonic, the St. Petersburg Philharmonic, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Ambartsumian founded the Academy of Russian Music Orchestra with the goal of promoting Russian and Eastern European classical music in the United States. The ensemble is made up of professional musicians from the Atlanta area, many of whom have studied at top music schools such as the Juilliard School and the New England Conservatory. The Academy of Russian Music Orchestra has performed at many prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The ensemble has also toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe, performing in cities such as Paris, London, and Vienna. One of the highlights of the Academy of Russian Music Orchestra's career was their performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah. The ensemble performed at the opening ceremony, playing a piece by Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev. The Academy of Russian Music Orchestra has also received numerous awards and accolades for their performances. In 2001, the ensemble won the Grand Prize at the International Chamber Music Competition in Trapani, Italy. The following year, they were awarded the Gold Medal at the Global Music Awards in Los Angeles. In addition to their performances, the Academy of Russian Music Orchestra is also committed to music education. The ensemble regularly holds masterclasses and workshops for young musicians, and has collaborated with local schools and universities to promote music education in the Atlanta area. Overall, the Academy of Russian Music Orchestra has established itself as one of the premier classical music ensembles in the United States. With their commitment to promoting Russian and Eastern European classical music, as well as their dedication to music education, the ensemble has made a significant impact on the classical music world.

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