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The USSR State Chamber Orchestra was founded in 1956 by the renowned conductor and violinist, Rudolf Barshai. The orchestra was established as a chamber ensemble, with a focus on performing works from the Baroque and Classical periods. Over the years, the orchestra has grown in size and repertoire, becoming one of the most respected and acclaimed classical music ensembles in the world. The early years of the USSR State Chamber Orchestra were marked by a series of successful performances in Moscow and other cities throughout the Soviet Union. The orchestra quickly gained a reputation for its precision and technical excellence, as well as its ability to bring a fresh and dynamic approach to classical music. One of the highlights of the orchestra's early years was its performance of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos in 1959. This performance was widely praised for its clarity and energy, and helped to establish the orchestra as a leading interpreter of Baroque music. In the 1960s and 1970s, the USSR State Chamber Orchestra continued to expand its repertoire, performing works by composers such as Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven. The orchestra also began to tour internationally, performing in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. One of the most memorable performances in the orchestra's history took place in 1975, when it performed at the Salzburg Festival in Austria. The orchestra's performance of Mozart's Symphony No. 40 was met with a standing ovation, and cemented the orchestra's reputation as one of the finest classical music ensembles in the world. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, the USSR State Chamber Orchestra continued to tour extensively, performing in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls and festivals. The orchestra also recorded numerous albums, including acclaimed recordings of works by Vivaldi, Bach, and Mozart. In 1991, following the collapse of the Soviet Union, the orchestra changed its name to the Russian State Chamber Orchestra. Despite this change, the orchestra continued to perform with the same level of excellence and dedication that had characterized its earlier years. In 2000, the Russian State Chamber Orchestra was awarded the prestigious Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Mozart's Piano Concertos Nos. 20 and 21, featuring the renowned pianist Maria João Pires. This award was a testament to the orchestra's continued commitment to excellence and innovation in classical music. Today, the Russian State Chamber Orchestra continues to perform and record, under the direction of its current conductor, Constantine Orbelian. The orchestra's repertoire includes works from the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods, as well as contemporary compositions by living composers. Throughout its history, the USSR State Chamber Orchestra and its successor, the Russian State Chamber Orchestra, have been celebrated for their technical excellence, musicality, and innovative approach to classical music. With a legacy that spans over six decades, the orchestra remains one of the most respected and beloved classical music ensembles in the world.

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