Orin O’Brien

longtime double bassist for the New York Philharmonic

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In 1966, Leonard Bernstein gave Orin O’Brien a spot on the New York Philharmonic.

Encore: ‘Only Girl in the Orchestra’: Orin O’Brien spent 55 years with NY Phil

In 1966, Leonard Bernstein gave Orin O’Brien a spot on the New York Philharmonic.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Orin O’Brien performed with the New York Philharmonic for 55 years. Leonard Bernstein hired her in 1966.

‘Only Girl in the Orchestra’ Orin O’Brien spent 55 years with the NY Phil

Orin O’Brien performed with the New York Philharmonic for 55 years. Leonard Bernstein hired her in 1966.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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