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The Only Girl in the Orchestra

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Trailblazing double bassist Orin O'Brien never wanted the spotlight, but when Leonard Bernstein hired her in 1966 as the first female musician in the New York Philarmonic, it was inevitable that she would become the focus of much interest and fascination. Now 87 years old and recently retired, Orin looks back on her remarkable life and career, insisting that a fuss should not be made, much preferring to play a supporting role to the family, students, friends, and colleagues that surround her.

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New York CityPortrait Of An ArtistCelebrity InterviewMusic DocumentaryPhilharmonicPhilharmonic OrchestraFemale Musician

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What is The Only Girl in the Orchestra (2023) about?

Trailblazing double bassist Orin O'Brien never wanted the spotlight, but when Leonard Bernstein hired her in 1966 as the first female musician in the New York Philarmonic, it was inevitable that she would become the focus of much interest and fascination. Now 87 years old and recently retired, Orin looks back on her remarkable life and career, insisting that a fuss should not be made, much…

Who stars in The Only Girl in the Orchestra?

The Only Girl in the Orchestra stars Orin O'Brien (Self), Molly O'Brien (Self / Narrator), George O'Brien (Self (archive footage) (uncredited)), Marguerite Churchill (Self (archive footage) (uncredited)), Leonard Bernstein (Self (archive footage) (uncredited)). The film was directed by Molly O'Brien.

How long is The Only Girl in the Orchestra?

The Only Girl in the Orchestra has a runtime of 35 min and premiered in 2023. It is rated G.

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