Metropole Orchestra
The Metropole Orchestra, a jazz and pop orchestra based in the Netherlands, was
founded in 1945 by Dolf van der Linden. Known for its versatility across various
musical forms, the ensemble has been led by notable conductors including Rogier
van Otterloo, Dick Bakker, Vince Mendoza, and Jules Buckley. The orchestra has
collaborated with prominent artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Al Jarreau, and
Tori Amos, and has been a regular feature at major festivals like the North Sea
Jazz Festival and the Holland Festival. The orchestra has produced over 150
albums, including Al Jarreau and ...
