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3 unusual facts about Ulster Orchestra


JoAnn Falletta

Outside of the USA, Falletta first guest-conducted the Ulster Orchestra in August 2010, and returned for further concerts in January 2011.

Stefan Jackiw

Abroad, he has performed with the Seoul Philharmonic, the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, l'Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, the Ulster Orchestra, the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland, the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra and the Asian Youth Orchestra.

Strule Arts Centre

Artists appearing at the centre in late 2009 include: Dominic Kirwan, Juliet Turner, Brian Kennedy and the Ulster Orchestra.


Benjamin Grosvenor

On May 20, 2009, Grosvenor made his debut with the Ulster Orchestra, conductor Kenneth Montgomery, at the National Concert Hall, Dublin where he played Grieg.

Gareth McLearnon

His professional orchestral experience also includes playing in concerts and BBC TV & Radio recordings with the Ulster Orchestra, The London Pops Orchestra, Opera Australia, he has played in West-End Shows and has toured with Nigel Kennedy.


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