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The Minnesota Orchestra received standing ovations Friday at its first concert since the end of the lockout. 


The concert was the orchestra's first in Orchestra Hall since its $52 million refurbishment and expansion.

Although musicians, administrators and classical music fans are excited that the orchestra is playing again, the effects of the dispute are likely to be felt for a long time.


Here is a look at the audience and musicians.

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The Minnesota Orchestra received standing ovations Friday at its first concert since the end of the lockout. 


The concert was the orchestra's first in Orchestra Hall since its $52 million refurbishment and expansion.



Although musicians, administrators and classical music fans are excited that the orchestra is playing again, the effects of the dispute are likely to be felt for a long time.


Here is a look at the audience and musicians.

Minnesota Orchestra clarinetist Tim Zavadil

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Supporters of Save Our Symphony hand out hankies

Orchestra members receive a standing ovation

Orchestra conductor Stanislaw Skrowaczewski

Minnesota Orchestra musicians greet patrons

Gordon Sprenger  speaks with patrons at Orchestra

Photos: Minnesota Orchestra returns to the stage

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