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Philharmonia Virtuosi

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The Philharmonia Virtuosi is a chamber orchestra that first performed in 1974.[1] It was founded by Richard Kapp,[2] who conducted the orchestra until the time of his death in 2006.[3] It was their recording including the Canon by Pachelbel that began its growth that took over the world.

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  1. ^ Oron, Aryeh. "Philharmonia Virtuosi of New York (Chamber Orchestra)" Short Biographies. 2005. 29 Oct. 2008 <http://www.bach-cantatas.com/Bio/PVNY.htm>
  2. ^ Melvin, Tessa (1987-09-13). "Two Birthday Celebrations Enliven the Concert Season; Philharmonia Virtuosi Observes Its 10th Anniversary". The New York Times. Retrieved 2008-10-28. Philharmonia Virtuosi ... will open its 10th anniversary season under the direction of Richard Kapp, its founder and musical director.
  3. ^ Oron, Aryeh. "Richard Kapp (Conductor)" Short Biographies. 2005. 30 Oct. 2008 <http://www.bach-cantatas.com/Bio/Kapp-Richard.htm>