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Coro Sinfonica di Milano della RAI, also known as the Milan Symphony Chorus of RAI, is a renowned classical music artist that has been captivating audiences with its exceptional performances for over 70 years. The choir was founded in 1948 by the Italian Radio and Television Broadcasting Corporation (RAI) in Milan, Italy, and has since become one of the most respected and celebrated choirs in the world. The choir's early years were marked by a series of successful performances that showcased its exceptional talent and versatility. Under the direction of its first conductor, Nino Sanzogno, the choir quickly gained a reputation for its ability to perform a wide range of musical styles, from classical to contemporary, with equal skill and precision. This versatility was on full display in the choir's first major performance, which took place in 1950 at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan. The choir performed Verdi's Requiem, a challenging and emotionally charged piece that requires a high level of technical skill and musical sensitivity. The performance was a resounding success, and it established the choir as a major force in the world of classical music. Over the years, the choir has continued to build on this early success, performing at some of the world's most prestigious venues and collaborating with some of the most renowned conductors and composers of our time. One of the choir's most notable collaborations was with the legendary conductor Leonard Bernstein, who worked with the choir on a number of occasions, including a performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony in 1987. This performance, which took place at the Teatro alla Scala, was a landmark event in the choir's history, and it cemented its reputation as one of the world's leading choirs. In addition to its collaborations with major conductors and composers, the choir has also been recognized for its exceptional performances and recordings. The choir has won numerous awards over the years, including the prestigious Gramophone Award for Best Choral Recording in 1992 for its recording of Verdi's Requiem. This recording, which was conducted by Riccardo Muti, is widely regarded as one of the finest recordings of the piece ever made, and it remains a testament to the choir's exceptional talent and artistry. Despite its many achievements, the choir has not been without its challenges over the years. In the early 2000s, the choir faced a period of uncertainty when RAI announced that it would be cutting funding for the choir. This decision sparked widespread protests from music lovers and supporters of the choir, who argued that the choir was a vital cultural institution that deserved to be preserved. Thanks to these efforts, the choir was ultimately able to secure funding from other sources, and it has continued to thrive in the years since. Today, the choir remains one of the world's leading classical music artists, and it continues to inspire audiences with its exceptional performances and recordings. Under the direction of its current conductor, Roberto Gabbiani, the choir has continued to push the boundaries of what is possible in choral music, exploring new styles and techniques while remaining true to its roots in the classical tradition. Whether performing in a grand concert hall or in a more intimate setting, the choir never fails to captivate audiences with its exceptional talent and artistry.

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