Review of Orchestra Rehearsal (1979) by Daniel F — 28 Sep 2007

Multiple metaphorical layers. Plenty to think about afterwards.

This review of Orchestra Rehearsal (1979) was written by Daniel F on 28 Sep 2007.

Orchestra Rehearsal has generally received positive reviews.

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