The Oruro Symphony Orchestra (Spanish: Orquesta Sinfónica de Oruro) is a symphony orchestra based in Oruro, Bolivia. Under the directorship of Jesús Elías (2006-2008), they perform at the Teatro de la Casa Municipal de Cultura in Oruro.
Read more about Oruro Symphony Orchestra: Background and History, Orchestra Directors, Oruro Symphony Orchestra 2006-2008
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