Role

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Ensemble

Country

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Netherlands

Genre

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Chamber

 

Metropole Orkest is a Dutch jazz and pop orchestra that has been active since 1945. The orchestra was founded by Dolf van der Linden, a Dutch conductor and composer, who wanted to create a new type of orchestra that could play both jazz and classical music. The orchestra was initially called the AVRO Dansorkest, and it was sponsored by the Dutch broadcasting company AVRO. The orchestra's name was changed to Metropole Orkest in 1970, and it has since become one of the most renowned orchestras in the world. The orchestra has collaborated with many famous musicians, including Ella Fitzgerald, Dizzy Gillespie, and Quincy Jones. The orchestra has also performed at many prestigious events, such as the North Sea Jazz Festival and the Montreux Jazz Festival. One of the highlights of Metropole Orkest's career was its collaboration with the Dutch band, The Nits, in 1992. The orchestra and the band performed together at the Holland Festival, and the performance was a huge success. The collaboration led to the release of an album, "Urk," which was well-received by critics and fans alike. In 1995, the orchestra collaborated with the Dutch singer, Trijntje Oosterhuis, on her album, "For Once in My Life." The album was a tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder, and it featured arrangements by Vince Mendoza, the orchestra's conductor at the time. The album was a commercial success, and it won the Edison Award for Best Album. Metropole Orkest has also collaborated with many international artists, including Elvis Costello, Bono, and Herbie Hancock. In 2005, the orchestra collaborated with the British band, The Basement Jaxx, on their album, "Crazy Itch Radio." The album featured the orchestra's arrangements on several tracks, and it was a critical and commercial success. In 2011, the orchestra collaborated with the Dutch DJ, Armin van Buuren, on his album, "Mirage." The album featured the orchestra's arrangements on several tracks, and it was a commercial success. The collaboration led to a sold-out concert at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, which was attended by over 15,000 people. In 2013, the orchestra collaborated with the Dutch DJ, Hardwell, on his album, "United We Are." The album featured the orchestra's arrangements on several tracks, and it was a commercial success. The collaboration led to a sold-out concert at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, which was attended by over 17,000 people. Metropole Orkest has won many awards throughout its career, including the Edison Award, the Dutch equivalent of the Grammy Award, several times. The orchestra has also been nominated for a Grammy Award twice, in 2005 and 2013, for its collaborations with The Basement Jaxx and Hardwell, respectively. In 2018, the orchestra celebrated its 75th anniversary with a series of concerts and events. The celebrations included a concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London, which was attended by over 5,000 people. The concert featured the orchestra's collaborations with many famous musicians, including Jacob Collier, Laura Mvula, and Cory Henry. Metropole Orkest continues to be one of the most innovative and versatile orchestras in the world. The orchestra's ability to collaborate with musicians from different genres and backgrounds has made it a unique and valuable asset to the music industry. The orchestra's legacy is a testament to the power of music to bring people together and create something truly special.

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