Honolulu Symphony
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The Honolulu Symphony, also known as the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra, is the official symphonic orchestra of the City & County of Honolulu in the State of Hawai'i. Founded in 1900 by the legendary Royal Hawaiian Band master Henri Berger, the Honolulu Symphony has the distinction of being the oldest symphony orchestra west of the Rocky Mountains. Originally housed in a clubhouse on the slopes of Punchbowl, the Honolulu Symphony now plays from the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in downtown Honolulu.
Since 1996, the Honolulu Symphony has been under the direction of conductor Samuel Wong, who has been credited with greatly revitalizing the symphony and the quality of its repertoire. The symphony also performs popular music under the direction of pops conductor Matt Catingub.
Resources
- Honolulu Symphony (http://www.honolulusymphony.com/about.htm)