Sydneysider Jason Henery is to be principal double bass of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, appearing in Strauss’s Alpine Symphony at last night’s concert.
Jason’s father, Alex Henery, is co-principal double bass of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
Small world.
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