The orchestra also received $1 million in additional state funds for a youth music education program.
The choir and/or the orchestra do not receive an award.
The orchestra received a gold medal and a second place overall finish.
The orchestra also received increases in salaries and pension payments.
The orchestra received about two weeks of rehearsal time prior to their performances, more than any other game concert before.
Although the orchestra received financial support from the government, this was considered as a private one, not official, like it is constituted today.
The orchestra received a 10-minute standing ovation and took four curtain calls.
It is the largest sum the orchestra has received from an individual donor.
The orchestra and band have received many honors in the past.
The orchestra would receive several standing ovations throughout the program.