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The Orquesta Sinfónica Naçional de Cuba, also known as the National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba, is a classical music ensemble that has been a prominent figure in the Cuban music scene for over 60 years. The orchestra was founded in 1960 by the Cuban government, with the aim of promoting classical music and providing a platform for Cuban musicians to showcase their talents. The orchestra's founding was a response to the cultural policies of the Cuban Revolution, which sought to promote the arts and make them accessible to all Cubans. The government recognized the importance of classical music as a cultural heritage and a means of promoting national identity, and thus established the National Symphony Orchestra as a way of achieving these goals. The orchestra's first conductor was Manuel Duchesne Cuzán, a Cuban musician who had studied in Europe and had experience conducting orchestras in France and Spain. Under his leadership, the orchestra quickly gained a reputation for excellence, and began to attract some of the best musicians in Cuba. Over the years, the orchestra has had many talented musicians and conductors, including Enrique González Mántici, who served as the orchestra's conductor for over 20 years. Other notable conductors have included Leo Brouwer, Guido López-Gavilán, and Enrique Pérez Mesa. The orchestra has performed extensively both in Cuba and abroad, and has received numerous awards and accolades for its performances. One of the orchestra's most notable performances was at the 1968 World Festival of Youth and Students in Sofia, Bulgaria, where they received a standing ovation for their rendition of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. In addition to performing classical music, the orchestra has also collaborated with many Cuban musicians and composers, and has played an important role in promoting Cuban music both at home and abroad. The orchestra has also been involved in many educational initiatives, including workshops and masterclasses for young musicians. Despite the challenges faced by the orchestra over the years, including limited resources and the impact of the US embargo on Cuba, the National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba has remained a vital part of the Cuban music scene. Today, the orchestra continues to perform regularly both in Cuba and abroad, and remains committed to promoting classical music and supporting the development of young musicians.

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