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The Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI, also known as the National Symphony Orchestra of RAI, is one of the most prestigious classical music ensembles in Italy. Founded in 1931, the orchestra has a rich history of performing and recording classical music, and has collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors and soloists in the world. The orchestra was established by the Italian Radio Broadcasting Corporation (RAI) as a means of promoting classical music to a wider audience. The founding members of the orchestra were a group of talented musicians who had previously played in various orchestras across Italy. The first conductor of the orchestra was the Italian composer and conductor, Arturo Toscanini, who led the orchestra in its inaugural concert in Turin in 1931. Over the years, the orchestra has had many distinguished conductors, including Victor de Sabata, Carlo Maria Giulini, Lorin Maazel, and Riccardo Muti. Each of these conductors has left their mark on the orchestra, and has helped to shape its unique sound and style. The orchestra has also worked with many renowned soloists, including pianists Martha Argerich and Maurizio Pollini, violinists Itzhak Perlman and Anne-Sophie Mutter, and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. These collaborations have resulted in some of the most memorable performances in the orchestra's history. One of the highlights of the orchestra's career was its performance at the 1952 Salzburg Festival, where it played under the baton of Victor de Sabata. The performance was a huge success, and helped to establish the orchestra's reputation as one of the finest in Europe. In addition to its live performances, the orchestra has also recorded extensively, both for radio and for commercial release. Some of its most notable recordings include the complete symphonies of Beethoven, Brahms, and Tchaikovsky, as well as works by Italian composers such as Verdi, Rossini, and Puccini. Over the years, the orchestra has received many awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. In 1954, it was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, and in 1987 it received a Grammy Award for its recording of Verdi's Requiem. Today, the Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI continues to be one of the most respected and admired classical music ensembles in the world. Its commitment to excellence and its dedication to promoting classical music to a wider audience have made it a true cultural treasure of Italy.

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