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The National Symphony Orchestra and the Washington Chorus
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Recognized as one of today's finest orchestras, the National Symphony Orchestra has earned praise around the world for its numerous overseas tours as well as for its seasons at home. As the orchestra of the capital of the United States, it regularly participates in events of national and international importance. The National Symphony Orchestra often performs for presidential inaugurations and leads the nation in its annual Independence Day and Memorial Day celebrations with nationally televised outdoor concerts on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. Through its tours of four continents and performances for visiting heads of state, the National Symphony Orchestra also fills an important international role.
A 2000 GRAMMY® Award Winner, The Washington Chorus is considered one of the foremost choruses in the nation and a cultural leader in the Washington metropolitan area. Each year, the 180 member chorus presents its own subscription series at the Kennedy Center and frequently appears at the invitation of the National Symphony Orchestra, having appeared with them in more than 280 performances. Founded in 1961, The Chorus has sung under the direction of many of the world's greatest conductors, including Mstislav Rostropovich, Raphael Frühbeck de Burgos, Seiji Ozawa, Charles Dutoit, Karl Richter, Zdenek Macal, and Sir Neville Marriner.
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