The Only Girl in the Orchestra (2023) on Netflix
Orin O'Brien played double bass and in 1966 became the first woman in the New York Philharmonic. She never wanted the spotlight, preferring her students and her family.
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Plot summary
When Leonard Bernstein hired Orin O'Brien in 1966, she became the first woman to play in the New York Philharmonic, a fact that followed her through a long career with the double bass. She kept at the instrument for decades, playing in the section and teaching students of her own. She speaks about her years in the orchestra, the colleagues she played beside and the family around her. At 87, not long after retiring, she says plainly that no fuss should be made over her, describing instead a preference for a supporting part in the lives of the people close to her.
Cast
- Manny Alvarezas Self
- Julian Barreraas Self - Orin's Student
- Carlos Barrientoas Self
- Jacqui Danilowas Self - Orin's Former Student
- Barrie Kolsteinas Self
- Parry Leongas Self
- Bradley Lovelaceas Self
- Mark Lillieas Self
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Did you know?!Facts and trivia about The Only Girl in the Orchestra (2023)
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- In 1966, double bassist Orin O'Brien joined the New York Philharmonic as its first female musician, hired by Leonard Bernstein. Her niece Molly O'Brien made a documentary about her.
