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Symphonie Orchester Graunke is a classical music ensemble that was founded in Munich, Germany in 1945 by conductor Kurt Graunke. The orchestra has since become one of the most renowned and respected ensembles in Germany, known for its exceptional performances of classical and contemporary music. Kurt Graunke was born in Munich in 1915 and began his musical career as a violinist. He studied at the Munich Conservatory and later became a member of the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra. During World War II, Graunke served in the German army and was captured by the Allies in 1944. After his release, he returned to Munich and founded the Symphonie Orchester Graunke. The orchestra's first performance was in 1945, and it quickly gained a reputation for its high-quality performances. The ensemble's repertoire includes works by classical composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms, as well as contemporary composers such as Stravinsky, Shostakovich, and Bernstein. Over the years, the Symphonie Orchester Graunke has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Musikverein in Vienna, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. The orchestra has also collaborated with some of the most renowned soloists and conductors in the world, including Leonard Bernstein, Yehudi Menuhin, and Herbert von Karajan. One of the highlights of the orchestra's history was its performance at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich. The orchestra played at the opening and closing ceremonies of the games, and its performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 was particularly memorable. The performance was broadcast to millions of people around the world and helped to cement the orchestra's reputation as one of the best in the world. The Symphonie Orchester Graunke has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1956, the orchestra was awarded the Bavarian Order of Merit, and in 1975, it was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany. The orchestra has also won several awards for its recordings, including the Grand Prix du Disque and the Edison Award. Despite the orchestra's many achievements, it has also faced its share of challenges over the years. In 1980, Kurt Graunke passed away, leaving the orchestra without its founder and longtime conductor. However, the orchestra continued to perform under the direction of other conductors, including Eberhard Schoener and Peter Falk. Today, the Symphonie Orchester Graunke continues to perform to critical acclaim. The orchestra is currently led by conductor Ivan Repušić, who has been praised for his dynamic and passionate performances. The ensemble's repertoire continues to include both classical and contemporary works, and it remains one of the most respected and beloved orchestras in Germany and around the world. In conclusion, the Symphonie Orchester Graunke is a classical music ensemble that has made a significant impact on the world of classical music. Founded by Kurt Graunke in 1945, the orchestra has become known for its exceptional performances of both classical and contemporary music. Over the years, the orchestra has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world and has collaborated with some of the most renowned soloists and conductors in the world. Despite facing challenges over the years, the orchestra continues to perform to critical acclaim under the direction of conductor Ivan Repušić.

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