Orchestra da Camera Italiana is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1984 by Maestro Salvatore Accardo, a renowned Italian violinist and conductor. The ensemble is based in Cremona, Italy, and is known for its exceptional performances of classical music, particularly works by Italian composers. The founding of Orchestra da Camera Italiana was a result of Maestro Accardo's desire to create a chamber orchestra that would showcase the talents of young Italian musicians. He wanted to create an ensemble that would be dedicated to the performance of classical music, and that would be able to bring the beauty of this music to audiences around the world. The ensemble's main members are all highly skilled musicians who have been carefully selected by Maestro Accardo. They include violinists, violists, cellists, double bassists, and other instrumentalists, all of whom are dedicated to the performance of classical music. Over the years, Orchestra da Camera Italiana has performed at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls and music festivals. The ensemble has also collaborated with some of the world's most renowned conductors and soloists, including Claudio Abbado, Martha Argerich, and Yo-Yo Ma. One of the highlights of Orchestra da Camera Italiana's career was its performance at the 1990 Salzburg Festival, where the ensemble received critical acclaim for its performance of Mozart's Symphony No. 40. The ensemble has also performed at the Edinburgh International Festival, the Berliner Festwochen, and the Ravenna Festival, among others. In addition to its performances, Orchestra da Camera Italiana has also received numerous awards and accolades for its contributions to classical music. In 1996, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Premio Abbiati, which is considered to be one of the most important awards in the Italian music industry. The ensemble has also been recognized for its recordings, including its recording of Vivaldi's Four Seasons, which was awarded the Diapason d'Or. Orchestra da Camera Italiana continues to be a leading ensemble in the world of classical music, and its dedication to the performance of Italian classical music has made it a beloved institution in Italy and around the world.

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