The State Philharmonic was established on June 5, 1957. It was one of the most important events in the spiritual life of the Mongols. Over 40 years the Philharmonic has played many works by famous western, as well as Mongolian composers. Its proudest monument was the playing of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, conducted by Ts.Namsraijav in 1980, which showed the outstanding professional level that Mongolian musicians had attained. It is unthinkable to imagine modern Mongolian music without State Prizewinners L.Murdorj, Gonchigsumlaa, Birvaa, D.Luvsansharav, B.Damdinsuren, N.Jantsannorov and the famous composer B.Sharav.