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What are the world-famous symphony orchestras?
1. Dresden National Symphony Orchestra (Germany)

This is the oldest symphony orchestra in the world, founded in 1548. At first, it was just a small compilation of indoor bands, and then it gradually expanded. The troupe mainly performs Italian operas before18th century. From 18 17, it was conducted by the famous composer Weber, which further enriched the formation of the band. Later, under the command of famous musicians Wagner and Richard Strauss, they rehearsed and created brilliant history.

Dresden Symphony Orchestra is best at opera performances; In terms of symphony works, it has a unique voice different from that of western European orchestras, and the voices are well balanced. The German-Austrian classical music played by the troupe is elegant in style and full of sound, with wonderful traditional colors of ancient Germany.

2. Vienna Philharmonia Orchestra (Austria)

The history of Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra can be traced back to 1842, and it is a world-famous music city-the iconic orchestra of Vienna. Since 1860, this orchestra has been run by its members and holds concerts regularly under the guidance of desov. 1870, after richter became the commander of the regiment, his reputation gradually increased. Later, famous composers or conductors such as Mahler, Richard Strauss, Brahms and brukner all conducted the troupe. This band has no permanent conductor. After World War II, famous contemporary conductors such as Bem, karajan, Moody, Bernstein and Ma Zeer were often invited as guest conductors. According to statistics, there are as many as 36 conductors who have conducted the recording of the orchestra.

Philharmonia Orchestra's performance in Vienna has a unique aesthetic feeling. Over the years, it has maintained the distinctive traditional style of German and Austrian music, which is elegant and solemn, and the string timbre is gorgeous and beautiful. The repertoire played by the troupe is relatively conservative, mainly based on traditional works of Germany and Austria. It is worth mentioning that this orchestra can respond sensitively to any kind of conductor. Sometimes under strict command, they hold concerts regularly during the day and play brukner's symphonies, but at night they play Italian operas under the command of Italian operas, which shows the adaptability of the troupe.

3. new york Philharmonia Orchestra (USA)

This is the earliest symphony orchestra in America, which was founded by Hill in 1842. From 65438 to 0922, after mengle Berg took over as the chief conductor, the performance level of the troupe developed rapidly. 1928, the orchestra merged with the new york Symphony Association to form today's scale. The names of Mahler and Damrow Xu Can appear on the list of commanders who served in the regiment. From 1928 to 1936, toscanini became the music director, and the troupe entered a golden age. From 65438 to 0958, Bernstein, a famous contemporary conductor, began to direct the troupe, making it enter the second golden age. From 1978, the famous Indian conductor zubin mehta became the music director and conductor of the troupe.

New York Philharmonic has a total of 65,438+006 members who perform for 52 weeks every year, including 23 weeks of regular concerts and about 65,438+090 performances. The orchestra is the oldest symphony orchestra in the United States, with extraordinary performance level, and has recorded a large number of records under the command of famous conductors in past dynasties. There are many famous performers among its members.

4. Boston Symphony Orchestra (USA)

Boston Symphony Orchestra was founded in 188 1 under the command of henschel. From its founding to 19 18, the successive heads of the regiment were all commanded by the Germans. French composer Rabo took over as conductor. From 1924, Boston Symphony Orchestra entered a golden age, when the famous Russian conductor Kusevitzky became the music director. 1972, the orchestra entered the era of Seiji Ozawa and regained its prestige.

Boston Symphony Orchestra is the most aristocratic band among all American bands today. Under the command of two famous figures, Japanese-American conductor Seiji Ozawa and British conductor Davis, the orchestra recorded countless unforgettable songs. The orchestra's string ensemble has a special appeal, and their performance of China music "Two Springs Reflecting the Moon" (adapted as a string ensemble) was highly praised by the audience in China.

5.Berlin, Philharmonia Orchestra (Germany)

Berlin, Philharmonia Orchestra was founded in 1882. Nikisch, a famous conductor, has been conducting an orchestra for 27 years. During his tenure, he laid a solid foundation for the orchestra and made it one of the world's leading symphony orchestras. 1954, Ford Wangler became the conductor of the orchestra. Since then, the reputation of the orchestra has become more prosperous. After 1955, karajan took over as the permanent conductor of the troupe for life, thus entering the era of karajan, where the troupe performed more frequently and recorded records. At the Salzburg Music Festival, the troupe took part in an opera performance.

Compared with many traditional orchestras in Europe, Philharmonia Orchestra in Berlin has a short history, but most of them are the greatest conductors who hold the post of orchestra conductor, which makes their repertoire infinitely expanded, their ensemble skills superb and their response ability excellent. No matter which conductor orchestra, it can exert its strength. It can be said that Philharmonia Orchestra Berlin is the first symphony orchestra in the world today.

6. Czech Philharmonia Orchestra (Czech Republic)

The orchestra was founded in 1894, centering on the Prague National Theatre Orchestra. Two years later, it held its first concert under the command of the famous Czech composer dvorak. The troupe originally belonged to Prague National Theatre, and it was not independent until 190 1. 19 18 After the famous conductor Tauliqi became the music director of the orchestra, the orchestra became the leading orchestra in the former Czech Republic and Slovakia. By the time 1950 came to Anger, the troupe finally gained worldwide strength and reputation.

Philharmonia Orchestra of the Czech Republic played a lot of songs. The string part of the orchestra is particularly outstanding, with quaint artistic conception and unique Czech voice, especially when playing the works of our nation, dvorak's music is the highest achievement.

7. Philadelphia Orchestra (USA)

Philadelphia Orchestra was founded in 1900, and its first conductor was Schell. 192 1 year, stokowski became the third music director of the orchestra. Under his training, this young band quickly became one of the "three major bands" in the United States. The group is also very active in radio and record recording. In addition, the troupe also actively introduced and premiered modern music, bringing a thriving scene to the American music scene. After 1938, Omanti took over as the music director of the troupe, and he held this position for 4 1 year. The troupe is now under the long-term command of the famous contemporary conductor Muti.

Philadelphia Orchestra has 65,438+005 members who work for 52 weeks every year and hold about 65,438+090 concerts. The troupe is famous for its brilliant timbre and colorful timbre, and is known as the "Voice of Philadelphia". Each instrument group has famous performers. The orchestra ranks first in the United States and can be called the "super symphony orchestra" in the world in the 20th century.

8. Toronto Symphony Orchestra (Canada)

Toronto Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1908. 1923, Knez served as the commander-in-chief of the regiment. 193 1 After Mark Milan became the music director of the orchestra, the orchestra has made great progress. Mark Milan made outstanding contributions and was knighted by the British royal family. 1936, the famous conductor Zhu Xijin took over the baton, which made the orchestra have a brilliant performance effect. From 65438 to 0965, Seiji Ozawa was the music director of the troupe, which finally established its first-class position in the world. During this period, the troupe recorded many records.

The Toronto Symphony Orchestra has 95 members. In recent years, after Davis took over as music director, the orchestra seemed to be rejuvenated, became extraordinarily energetic and played bright and gorgeous timbre.

9. Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra (former Soviet Union)

This is the oldest and most powerful orchestra in Russian history. Its origin can be traced back to the St. Petersburg Palace Orchestra in the18th century, but their public performance only started in this century. 19 17, when the famous Russian conductor Kushevski was in office, he started his activities in the name of "National Philharmonia Orchestra". 1938, the famous conductor of the former Soviet Union Mlavinsky became the music director of the troupe. After more than 40 years, the troupe became more and more famous and became a "Mu's pro-soldier" and entered the golden age.

The performance style of Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra is full of passion and strength, which fully embodies the cultural characteristics of the ancient city of Petersburg and shows the characteristics of Russian washing and training in the ensemble. The troupe is best at playing the works of local musicians such as Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky and Shostakovich, and its explanations are convincing and vivid. The orchestra also specially deployed two sets of equally exquisite talents. When the orchestra is touring, a group of talents must stay in the "base camp".

10.NHK Symphony Orchestra (Japan)

This is a band formed by Wei Xiuwei in 1926. At that time, it was called "New Symphony Orchestra" and began to hold concerts regularly the following year. 1935, Jin Wei became a permanent conductor, and the troupe has been active in Japanese music since then. Later, it was renamed the Japanese Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Gao Xinlong and Yamada Hiroshi. 195 1 belongs to Japan Broadcasting Association (NHK) and changed its name to the present group name.

NHK Symphony Orchestra, the most outstanding orchestra in Japan, has a total of 128 members, and performs 140 performances (including 60 regular concerts) every year, with an audience of 300,000. The string part of the orchestra is particularly prominent and the ensemble effect is perfect. Its substantive performance ability is comparable to that of European and American orchestras. Especially when performing modern Japanese works, the troupe can give full play to its own strength.