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The Chorus of the Finnish National Opera celebrates its 80th anniversary

When the chorus begins to sing, the power of the music is palpable. In 2025, the Chorus of the Finnish National Opera marks its 80th anniversary!
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Chorus A to Z

Working as part of the Chorus of the Finnish National Opera is demanding but hugely rewarding. Our opera singers Salla Leponiemi and Simo Mäkinen shine a light on their profession in the A to Z of the Chorus of the FNO.
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The chameleons of the orchestra pit

Do you know how many instruments a percussionist plays in the Orchestra of the FNO? While most musicians are dedicated to one, a percussionist’s repertoire might involve a whopping twenty different instruments, depending on the composition.
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A man from a dream 

The Horseman is a timeless story about power and freedom. The opera had far-reaching consequences in the Finnish art scene.