Praga Festival Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2006 in Prague, Czech Republic. The orchestra is known for its exceptional performances of classical music, particularly the works of Czech composers such as Antonín Dvořák and Bedřich Smetana. The founding members of the Praga Festival Orchestra were a group of talented musicians who shared a passion for classical music and a desire to create an ensemble that would showcase the best of Czech music to audiences around the world. The orchestra's first conductor was Pavel Prantl, a renowned Czech conductor who had previously worked with the Prague Symphony Orchestra and the Czech Philharmonic. Since its founding, the Praga Festival Orchestra has grown in size and reputation, attracting some of the most talented musicians from around the world. Today, the orchestra is made up of over 60 musicians, including some of the most accomplished soloists and chamber musicians in Europe. One of the highlights of the Praga Festival Orchestra's early years was its performance at the Prague Spring International Music Festival in 2008. The orchestra received critical acclaim for its performance of Dvořák's Symphony No. 9, "From the New World," which was described as "powerful and moving" by critics. In the years that followed, the Praga Festival Orchestra continued to build its reputation as one of the premier classical music ensembles in Europe. The orchestra has performed at 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. One of the most memorable performances in the orchestra's history was its 2012 performance of Smetana's "Má vlast" at the Prague Castle. The concert was attended by thousands of people and was broadcast live on television and radio throughout the Czech Republic. The orchestra received a standing ovation from the audience and was praised for its "passionate and powerful" performance. In addition to its performances, the Praga Festival Orchestra has also received numerous awards and accolades for its recordings. The orchestra's recording of Dvořák's Symphony No. 9, "From the New World," was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2010, and its recording of Smetana's "Má vlast" was awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or in 2013. Today, the Praga Festival Orchestra continues to be one of the most respected and admired classical music ensembles in Europe. The orchestra's commitment to excellence and its passion for Czech music have made it a favorite among audiences and critics alike, and its performances continue to inspire and delight music lovers around the world.

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