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Sophie Galaise’s departure comes after orchestra cancelled the performance of a pianist who had dedicated a piece to slain journalists in GazaFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s managing director Sophie Galaise has left the organisation, as musician and former arts minister Peter Garrett has been appointed to lead an external review.The changes, announced on Monday, follow a fortnight of bad publicity for the orchestra after it cancelled the performance of an acclaimed pianist who had dedicated a piece to slain journalists in Gaza.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…
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Author : Emily Wind
Publish date : 2024-08-26 06:02:13
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