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Philarmonic Orchestras Deuthcland The Philharmonic Orchestras of Corfu are renowned throughout the world. They owe their establishment to the general climate in which clubs and societies flourished in Europe during the 19th century, a climate with which the Corfiot studying at European universities had become familiar.The opportunity for the formation of the first Philharmonic society arose during the period of the British Protectorate, when a British military band performed at the island's important events. In 1837 however, the British refused to provide musical accompaniment for Orthodox processions. The Corfiots' reply came three years later, in 1840, when the Philharmonic Society of Corfu was founded. The enthusiastic response to rally round the Society resulted in a surplus of supporters, which in turn led to the creation of a new philharmonic band. With the passage of time the tendency to form similar musical groups extended to the whole island and thus today Corfu has 18 philharmonic orchestras. They are all non-profit making companies with the aim of extending musical education, providing scholarships to exceptional students, and performing at celebrations and events both in and outside Corfu.
The Philharmonic Society of Corfu (palia) The Philharmonic Orchestras of Corfu are renowned throughout the world. They owe their establishment to the general climate in which clubs and societies flourished in Europe duringt...
The Mantzaros Philharmonic Society Founded in 1890, it has functioned without interruption for 110 years, providing free musical education to the young people of Corfu. The orchestra takes part in all the local events....
The ''Omonia'' Philharmonic Society of Gastouri On 10th March 1898 the 'Mutual Benefit Association of Gastouri' was founded. At one of its meetings the idea was put forward to form a musical group as a philharmonic band, as well as a drama...
The Philharmonic Society of Skripero Founded on 3 May 1909 as a development of the choral society which was established a few years earlier. Since 1957 it has been housed in an old mansion which has recently...
The Musical and Artistic Association of Lefkimmi The Musical and Artistic Association of Lefkimmi was founded on 21st May 1910 under the name 'Philharmonic Brotherhood of Lefkimmi'. A few years earlier, however,in 1902, the leading Corfiot musician...
The Philharmonic Society of Lefkimmi Founded in 1911 under the name 'Apollo Music Society' which in 1953 was changed to its present name. Its aim is to teach and promote music, the theatre, fine arts and in general the growth and development...
The Kinopiastes Philharmonic Society The Philharmonic Society of Kinopiastes in the Municipality of Achilleion was founded in 1966 by music-loving inhabitants of the village, anxious to encourage the musical ambitions of the local youth...
The "Spiros Samaras" Philharmonic Society of Korakiana Founded in 1958, this is one of Corfu's largest musical and cultural associations. It teaches the art of music, singing, drama, dance, the Arts, and much more...
The Sinarades Philharmonic Orchestra Founded on 1 April 1962, the Sinarades Philharmonic Orchestra is today a fully-fledged music school with a two-year programme of tuition in theory and practice, and student entry into its...
The "Kapodistria" Philharmonic Association Established in 1980, this is one of Corfu's largest and most important cultural bodies, teaching music and having the goal of maintaining, improving and handing on the cultural heritage of Corfu...
The "Gerasimos Markoras" Philharmonic Society of Kato Korakiana Founded in 1962, it takes its name from the village's first teacher. Its first appearance took place in the village....
The Philharmonic Orchestra of kontokali This began as a children's choir in 1990 and extended its activities to a children's band, with the financial support of the residents of the area. In 1994 it was officially registered as a Musical...
The "Agios Nikolaos" Philharmonic Association of Lakones Founded in 1990, the initiative of the women's society of the village. Since 1992 it has taken part in all the island's religious festivals..
The Municipal Philharmonic Orchestra of Thinalion The Municipal Philharmonic of Thinalion was formed in 1993 on the initiative of the Municipal authorities. A total of about 100 children, boys and girls, attend its lessons...

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