He was Principal Conductor of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra from 1964 to 1985, becoming Artistic Director in 1966. His repertoire includes much contemporary Norwegian music. He was also Principal Conductor of the Icelandic Symphony Orchestra from 1973 to 1978.
From 1985 to 1988, Andersen was professor of conducting at the Norwegian Academy of Music. He was one of the three founders of the Youth Orchestra, which he initiated, together with violinist Leif Jørgensen and trumpeter Harry Kvebæk.
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He was Principal Conductor of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra from 1964 to 1985, becoming Artistic Director in 1966. His repertoire includes much contemporary Norwegian music. He was also Principal Conductor of the Icelandic Symphony Orchestra from 1973 to 1978.
From 1985 to 1988, Andersen was professor of conducting at the Norwegian Academy of Music. He was one of the three founders of the Youth Orchestra, which he initiated, together with violinist Leif Jørgensen and trumpeter Harry Kvebæk.
Thank you K for the information.
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