USSR Radio Symphony Orchestra

The **USSR Radio Symphony Orchestra** was a prominent ensemble during the Soviet era, often referred to by various names such as the **USSR State Radio and Television Symphony Orchestra** or the **USSR State Radio Symphony Orchestra**. It was originally founded as the **Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra** in 1930 and served as the official symphony for the Soviet All-Union Radio network. The orchestra was known for its diverse repertoire and collaborations with renowned conductors and musicians. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, it was renamed the **Tchaikovsky Symphony Orchestra of Moscow Radio** in 1993, in recognition of its significant role in promoting Tchaikovsky's music.

The orchestra's history includes notable music directors such as **Alexander Orlov**, **Nikolai Golovanov**, **Alexander Gauk**, **Gennady Rozhdestvensky**, and **Vladimir Fedoseyev**, who has been leading the orchestra since 1974. The ensemble has worked with a wide range of guest conductors and soloists, contributing to its prestigious status in Russian classical music. The recent releases listed do not directly correspond to the USSR Radio Symphony Orchestra's specific discography but reflect the broader tradition of Russian orchestral music.

Genres

Opera

Latest Release

Sviatolsav Richter plays Russian Composers

Sviatoslav Richter•

USSR Radio Symphony Orchestra•

Kurt Sanderling•

Constantin Silvestri•

Wiener Symphoniker•

Herbert von Karajan•

Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra

Album - 186 Tracks - Released July 2, 2021