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It might work with one orchestra, and the next orchestra - the oboe player might not get it. It's different every time, but some of the orchestras do end up enjoying it and having a great time.

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Ian Anderson
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: August 10
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Ian Scott Anderson
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