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Monty Kelly & Orchestra was a classical music ensemble that was founded in the mid-20th century. The ensemble was known for its unique blend of classical and popular music, which made it a popular choice for both concert halls and radio broadcasts. The founder of Monty Kelly & Orchestra was Monty Kelly, a talented musician and composer who was born in 1910 in Michigan. Kelly began his musical career as a trumpet player, but he soon branched out into other areas of music, including arranging and composing. In the 1940s, Kelly moved to New York City, where he began working as a freelance arranger and composer. He quickly made a name for himself in the music industry, and he was soon in high demand as a composer and arranger for radio and television broadcasts. In 1950, Kelly decided to form his own ensemble, which he called Monty Kelly & Orchestra. The ensemble was made up of some of the best musicians in New York City, and it quickly gained a reputation for its unique blend of classical and popular music. One of the main members of Monty Kelly & Orchestra was Kelly himself, who served as the ensemble's conductor and arranger. Kelly was known for his innovative arrangements, which often combined classical music with popular songs of the day. Another key member of the ensemble was the pianist and arranger Sid Ramin. Ramin was a talented musician who had worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Frank Sinatra and Barbra Streisand. He was known for his skillful arrangements, which helped to give Monty Kelly & Orchestra its distinctive sound. Over the years, Monty Kelly & Orchestra performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. The ensemble also appeared on numerous radio and television broadcasts, including The Ed Sullivan Show and The Tonight Show. One of the highlights of Monty Kelly & Orchestra's career was its performance at the 1958 World's Fair in Brussels, Belgium. The ensemble was chosen to represent the United States at the fair, and it performed a series of concerts that were attended by thousands of people. Monty Kelly & Orchestra also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1956, the ensemble won a Grammy Award for Best Performance by an Orchestra for its recording of the song "Swinging Sweethearts." The ensemble was also nominated for several other Grammy Awards over the years. Despite its success, Monty Kelly & Orchestra eventually disbanded in the 1960s. However, the ensemble's legacy lives on, and its unique blend of classical and popular music continues to inspire musicians and audiences around the world.

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