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]

Richard Kapp was an American conductor.

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References

  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>