Metropole Orchestra

Dutch broadcasting orchestra, formed by Dolf van der Linden in 1945. The orchestra has worked with a wide range of international artists throughout its history, playing a repertoire of cabaret, film music, musicals, jazz and pop. Chief Conductors. Dolf van der Linden (1945-1980). Rogier van Otterloo (1980-1988). Dick Bakker (1991-2005). Vince Mendoza (2005-2013). Jules Buckley (2013-present).