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    The great composer Richard Strauss became closely associated with the orchestra. He celebrated his 75th birthday with them in June 1939, where he conducted the orchestra himself and received a standing ovation. Five years later he returned for his 80th birthday and conducted the orchestra in recordings of his own major works, as well as his seldom-heard 'Schlagobers' ('Whipped Cream') ballet music. Photo: AP

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