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The Orchestra of the Duke was formed in 2004 by musicians of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra to provide an outlet for the exploration of authentic baroque performance style on period instruments.  Founded by Music director Bradford Richards, The Orchestra of the Duke has received training in baroque performance from Elizabeth Blumenstock, cncertmaster of San Francisco's Philharmonia Baroque orchestra.  Ms. Blumenstock also appeared as guest leader and soloist with the Orchestra of the Duke in a concert of "The Greatest Hits of 1706" in celebration of the Albuquerque Tricentennial year.  f the Duke was formed by NMSO musicians in order to provide an outlet for the exploration of authentic baroque performance style. The 22-piece orchestra will perform without a conductor.

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General Information: br@tootd.org