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The Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt is a classical music ensemble based in Frankfurt an der Oder, Germany. The orchestra was founded in 1992 and has since become one of the most renowned orchestras in Germany. The founding of the Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt was a result of the merger of two orchestras, the Frankfurt Symphony Orchestra and the Brandenburg State Orchestra. The merger was initiated by the state government of Brandenburg, which aimed to create a new orchestra that would represent the region and promote classical music in the area. The orchestra's main members are its conductor and artistic director, Howard Griffiths, and its concertmaster, Andreas Seidel. Griffiths, a British conductor, has been with the orchestra since 2009 and has led the ensemble to numerous successful performances. Seidel, a German violinist, has been the concertmaster of the orchestra since its founding and has played a crucial role in shaping the orchestra's sound and style. The Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in Germany and around the world. The orchestra has also collaborated with many renowned soloists and conductors, including Yo-Yo Ma, Anne-Sophie Mutter, and Sir Simon Rattle. One of the highlights of the orchestra's performances was its participation in the Beethovenfest Bonn in 2015. The orchestra performed Beethoven's Ninth Symphony under the baton of Howard Griffiths, with the renowned soloists Annette Dasch, Daniela Sindram, Maximilian Schmitt, and René Pape. The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and it cemented the orchestra's reputation as one of the best in Germany. The Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt has also received numerous awards and accolades for its performances. In 2012, the orchestra was awarded the German Record Critics' Award for its recording of Mozart's Piano Concertos with the pianist Janina Fialkowska. The orchestra has also been nominated for the International Classical Music Awards and the Echo Klassik Awards. In addition to its performances, the Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt is also committed to promoting classical music education and outreach. The orchestra regularly holds workshops and concerts for children and young people, and it has established partnerships with local schools and music institutions. Overall, the Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt is a world-class classical music ensemble that has made significant contributions to the promotion and preservation of classical music in Germany and beyond. With its talented musicians, dedicated leadership, and commitment to education and outreach, the orchestra is sure to continue to inspire and delight audiences for many years to come.

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