National Symphony Orchestra (Ireland)

National Symphony Orchestra
Orchestra
Former name
  • Radio Éireann Symphony Orchestra (RESO)
  • RTÉ Symphony Orchestra
  • RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra
Founded1948; 76 years ago (1948)
LocationDublin, Ireland
Principal conductorvacant
WebsiteNational Symphony Orchestra and Choirs

The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO; previously known as Radio Éireann Symphony Orchestra, RTÉ Symphony Orchestra and the RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra) is the largest professional orchestra in Ireland. Housed at the National Concert Hall, Dublin, since January 2022, it used to be the concert and radio orchestra of Raidió Teilifís Éireann (RTÉ), Ireland's public radio station. It plays an important role in Irish cultural life, also undertaking occasional tours of Ireland.