From 2011 to 2013 the Orchestra of St Cecilia performed the first three series of Haydn symphonies (18 concerts and 54 symphonies)at the Newman University Church, St Stephen's Green, Dublin, a building possessing splendid acoustics and architectural magnificence.

The Orchestra of St Cecilia was formed in January 1995. Drawn from the finest of Dublin’s professional musicians, it has a notable reputation for the excellent quality of its performances.

Conducted by Proinnsías Ó Duinn

Lindsay Armstrong, Manager/Artistic Director

1st Violins Therésè Timony leader Margaret Burns Sylvia Roberts Lynda O’Connor David O’Doherty

2nd Violins Elizabeth McLaren Dara O’Connell Melanie Briggs

Violas Elizabeth Csibi Lisa Quinn

Cellos Niall O’Loughlin Claire Fitch

Bass Aura Stone

Harpsichord Gillian Smith

Flute Madeleine Staunton

Oboes Patricia Corcoran Matthew Manning Jenny Magee

Bassoons John Hearne Atès Kirkan

Horns André Cavanagh Ian Dakin David Atcheler

The Orchestra of St Cecilia Collection was kindly donated to Dublin City Library & Archive, 138-144 Pearse Street in 2016.