Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Baroque

 

 

Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

 

Opera

 

 

Symphony

 

The BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus is one of the most renowned classical music ensembles in the world. Founded in 1930, the orchestra has been a staple of the British music scene for over 90 years. The ensemble has performed under the baton of some of the most celebrated conductors of the 20th and 21st centuries, and has won numerous awards for its recordings and live performances. The BBC Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1930 by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) as the first permanent orchestra in the country. The orchestra was established to provide live music for the BBC's radio broadcasts, and its first concert was broadcast on October 22, 1930. The founding conductor of the orchestra was Adrian Boult, who remained in the position until 1950. Boult was succeeded by Malcolm Sargent, who led the orchestra until 1967. Over the years, the BBC Symphony Orchestra has been led by some of the most distinguished conductors in the world. In addition to Boult and Sargent, the orchestra has been conducted by Arturo Toscanini, Bruno Walter, Pierre Boulez, Leonard Bernstein, and Sir Colin Davis, among others. The current principal conductor of the orchestra is Sakari Oramo, who has held the position since 2013. The BBC Symphony Chorus was founded in 1924, six years before the orchestra. The chorus was established to provide choral music for the BBC's radio broadcasts, and its first performance was broadcast on December 31, 1924. The founding conductor of the chorus was Leslie Woodgate, who remained in the position until 1961. The chorus has been led by a number of distinguished conductors over the years, including Sir Adrian Boult, Sir Malcolm Sargent, and Sir Colin Davis. The BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus has performed a wide range of repertoire over the years, from the classical works of Mozart and Beethoven to the contemporary compositions of living composers. The ensemble has also been involved in a number of high-profile premieres, including the first performance of Benjamin Britten's War Requiem in 1962. One of the highlights of the BBC Symphony Orchestra's history was its performance at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. The orchestra performed at the opening ceremony of the games, which was watched by an estimated one billion people worldwide. The orchestra played a medley of British music, including works by Elgar, Holst, and The Beatles. The BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus has won numerous awards over the years for its recordings and live performances. The ensemble has won three Grammy Awards, including Best Choral Performance for its recording of Britten's War Requiem in 1992. The orchestra has also won two Classical Brit Awards, including Orchestra of the Year in 2006. In addition to its regular performances in London, the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus has toured extensively throughout the world. The ensemble has performed in Europe, Asia, and North America, and has collaborated with some of the world's leading soloists and conductors. Today, the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus continues to be one of the most respected and admired classical music ensembles in the world. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, the orchestra and chorus are sure to continue to inspire audiences for many years to come.

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