Trinity Orchestra, the symphony orchestra of Trinity
College Dublin, is Ireland’s only fully student run orchestra. Bringing
together students and staff from every discipline in the college,
Trinity Orchestra is first and foremost a classical ensemble. Founded in
1989, the Orchestra has covered an extensive repertoire, from Bach and
Beethoven to Shubert and Shostakovich.
More recently
the Orchestra has featured in the media for its covers of various
popular artists such as Daft Punk, Arcade Fire, Pink Floyd, Sigur Ros
and Queen. Gaining much notoriety on both a national and international
level, the Orchestra has become a popular favourite on the festival
scene, taking to the Main Stage at festivals such as Forbidden Fruit and
Electric Picnic.