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Symphony Orchestra Melbourne

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is one of the most reputed musical organizations of Australia. It is in fact the oldest professional group in
Melbourne. Alberto Zelman is said to be the founder of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, MSO. The first concert arranged by this group was held in the year 1906.

Since its establishment the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has been performing with several world famous artists. To name a few:

  • Igor Stravinsky
  • Geoffrey Lancaster
  • Emanuel Ax
  • Mariss Jansons
  • Isaac Stern
  • Yehudi Menuhinn
  • Artur Rubinstein
  • Mstislav Rostropovich
  • Sumi Jo
The popularity of this music group is increasing day by day. It is now an internationally acclaimed musical organization.Markus Tomasi and Wilma Smith are presently considered to be the Concert masters. Elton John recorded 5 live albums with the Melbourne's Symphony Orchestra.
Popular Tracks Recorded by Elton John with Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
  • Sixty Years On
  • Tiny Dancer
  • I Need You To Turn To
  • The Greatest Discovery
  • Have Mercy On The Criminal
  • Madman Across the Water
  • Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word
  • Don't Let the Sun Go Down On Me
There are more than 250,000 audiences in Melbourne to watch the performances of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra every year. The programs of MSO are also broadcasted on ABC Classic FM regularly. This internationally acclaimed orchestra group celebrated its centenary in the year 2007.


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