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The New Symphony Orchestra of London was a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1958 by the renowned conductor and composer Muir Mathieson. The orchestra was established with the aim of providing a platform for the performance of classical music in London, and it quickly gained a reputation for its high-quality performances and innovative programming. Muir Mathieson was a highly respected figure in the world of classical music, having worked as a conductor and composer for many years. He had previously worked with the London Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and he brought his wealth of experience and expertise to the New Symphony Orchestra of London. The orchestra's main members were drawn from some of the finest musicians in London, and they included many well-known names in the world of classical music. These included the violinist Hugh Bean, the cellist Christopher Bunting, and the pianist Moura Lympany, among others. One of the highlights of the New Symphony Orchestra of London's early years was its performance of the score for the film "Ben-Hur" in 1959. The orchestra's performance was widely praised for its precision and power, and it helped to establish the ensemble as one of the leading orchestras in London. Over the years, the New Symphony Orchestra of London continued to perform a wide range of classical music, from the works of the great composers of the past to contemporary pieces by living composers. The orchestra also collaborated with many of the leading soloists and conductors of the day, including the pianist Vladimir Ashkenazy and the conductor Sir Adrian Boult. One of the orchestra's most notable performances was its rendition of Gustav Holst's "The Planets" in 1961. The performance was widely acclaimed for its energy and intensity, and it helped to cement the orchestra's reputation as one of the leading ensembles in London. The New Symphony Orchestra of London also received many awards and accolades over the years. In 1962, the orchestra was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of the music of Ralph Vaughan Williams, and it was also nominated for a Grammy Award for its recording of the music of Benjamin Britten. Despite its many successes, the New Symphony Orchestra of London was disbanded in 1978 due to financial difficulties. However, its legacy lives on, and it remains an important part of the history of classical music in London.

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