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The Romanian National Radio Orchestra is a classical music ensemble based in Bucharest, Romania. It was founded in 1928 as the Radio Orchestra, and has since become one of the most prestigious orchestras in the country. The orchestra was initially formed to provide music for the newly established Romanian Radio Broadcasting Corporation. Its first conductor was the Romanian composer and conductor George Enescu, who led the orchestra in its early years and helped establish its reputation for excellence. Over the years, the Romanian National Radio Orchestra has been led by a number of distinguished conductors, including Cristian Mandeal, Horia Andreescu, and Tiberiu Soare. Its current conductor is Cristian Macelaru, who has been with the orchestra since 2013. The orchestra is made up of around 100 musicians, and performs a wide range of classical music repertoire, from Baroque to contemporary works. It has collaborated with many renowned soloists and conductors, including Martha Argerich, Yo-Yo Ma, and Zubin Mehta. One of the highlights of the Romanian National Radio Orchestra's history was its performance at the 1955 International Festival of Contemporary Music in Venice, where it premiered works by several Romanian composers, including Enescu and Aurel Stroe. The orchestra has also performed at many other international festivals and venues, including the Salzburg Festival, the Berlin Philharmonic, and Carnegie Hall. In addition to its performances, the Romanian National Radio Orchestra has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 2015, it was awarded the Grand Prize at the George Enescu International Festival, one of the most prestigious classical music festivals in the world. The orchestra has also won several other awards, including the Romanian Academy Award and the Radio Romania Cultural Award. Despite its many achievements, the Romanian National Radio Orchestra has faced some challenges in recent years. In 2017, the Romanian government announced plans to merge the orchestra with the Romanian National Opera, a move that was met with protests from musicians and music lovers alike. The merger ultimately did not take place, and the orchestra continues to perform and record to this day. Overall, the Romanian National Radio Orchestra is a testament to the rich musical tradition of Romania, and a source of pride for the country's music lovers. Its dedication to excellence and its commitment to promoting Romanian music and culture have made it a beloved institution both at home and abroad.

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