Sochi Symphony Orchestra | |
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Sochi, Russia |
| Genres | Classical |
| Occupation(s) | Symphony orchestra |
| Years active | 1991–present |
| Members | Principal Conductor Oleg Soldatov |
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