The Orchestra (2022)
Synopsis
Jeppe Nygren takes over as deputy conductor of the Copenhagen Symphony Orchestra and is warmly welcomed by his new conductor, who speaks candidly about the musicians' peculiarities and olates. The conflict-ridden Jeppe quickly gets an example of these olates and happens to give the embittered second clarinetist Bo with a cursed promise of a solo part. But it has far-reaching consequences.
Creator
Mikkel Munch-Fals, Morten Egholm, Adam Price
Network
DR1
Episodes
Episode 1
After taking on the position as the new deputy head of the Copenhagen Symphonic Orchestra, Jeppe Nygren is forewarned about the peculiar habits of musicians. Soon, he finds himself entangled in a conflict with Bo Høxenhaven, the second clarinetist.
Episode 2
Bo's inappropriate comment to Anastacia is blown up by Simon Elliot into a major sexual harassment case. Jeppe is asked to take on the case before the role of the legal department come into play.
Episode 3
Bo reluctantly seeks therapy for his troubling views on women. On Valentine's Day, he learns of Regitze's infidelity; Jeppe, shocked by conductor Marcellino's sexist comments, fights to protect the orchestra's dignity after the harassment case.
Episode 4
Bo gains popularity among the Orchestra due to his mother Vibeke, a medical secretary who provides pills to the musicians. Bo's newfound fame catches Anastacia's attention, leading to an invitation to her home.
Episode 5
As Eppe's doubts about Regitze intensify, he becomes determined to impress her by constructing a bookcase, but his efforts only yield partial success; Bo's student, Elin, enters the competition for a coveted spot in the Aalborg Symphony Orchestra.
Episode 6
Anastacia comes back to Ukraine; Bo and Simon blame each other and their rivalry begins to deepen; Vibeke gets jealous of Elin and Bo's relationship.
Episode 7
Jeppe and Bo unite to eliminate Simon. Bo aims to undermine Simon before the Thursday concert, while Jeppe strives to rectify Marcellino's dismissal by appointing Mablewood; Jeppe and Gertrud employ contrasting approaches to persuade Mablewood.
Episode 8
The disciplinary approach of Daniel Mablewood does not go unnoticed after he gets appointed as the new chief conductor; Tobias's parents decide to separate and his mother asks Jeppe to come home and discuss about the children.
Episode 9
Bo confides in Vibeke, his mother, about his decision to leave home; During the Christmas party, Simon stumbles upon a skeleton mask in Jeppe and Regitze's car; Alma surprises her mother with an unconventional gift.
Episode 10
Following the shocking revelation of Regitze and Simon's affair, Jeppe decides to move out of the apartment. Bo extends an invitation for Jeppe to join him and Vibeke for New Year's, providing an opportunity for them to spend the occasion together.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Orkestret
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
20
Production
SAM Productions
