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New to the DSO is 2024 Aotearoa New Zealand Assistant Conductor Ingrid Martin who will direct a programme that takes us on a multi-country journey

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Latest News & Reviews

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‘Requiem’ a first-rate concert

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Ingrid Martin, Conductor for 'Other Lands'

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Tom Rainey - Musical Director and Conductor

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Arlie McCormick - Vocal Director and Singer

Review - 30 Aug 2024

‘Requiem’ a first-rate concert

Review by Gillian Vine, The Star, 29 August 2024. Mozart's 'Requiem'. Dunedin Symphony Orchestra, Dunedin Town Hall Saturday, August 24

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News - 30 Aug 2024

Ingrid Martin, Conductor for 'Other Lands'

One of the most gratifying aspects of conducting is getting to meet and work with new musicians.

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News - 29 Aug 2024

Tom Rainey - Musical Director and Conductor

I have such fond memories of presenting “All you Need is Love” last year, and I can’t wait to do it all again with the wonderful team and musicians of the DSO - this time with the music of ABBA – what a treat!

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News - 29 Aug 2024

Arlie McCormick - Vocal Director and Singer

The opportunity to be the Vocal Director for the ABBA concert with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra is an extraordinary privilege.

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