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quarry, and is used as a summer music venue. It is located north of

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and the municipality of

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, central Sweden. The quarry, previously known as ''Draggängarna'', is deep, long and wide. It was in operation until 1990. The open air theater was opened in 1995 and currently has 4,000 seats. The acoustical qualities are comparable to the best outdoor stages in Europe. Dalhalla presents 20-30 events each summer, from June to the beginning of September with a combination of opera, choral works, jazz and popular concerts making up the bulk of the program. In 2005, guest performers came from the Bolshoi Theatre in

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, and

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performed with the Gävle Symphony Orchestra and the Dala Sinfonietta Choir, conducted by David Firman.

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Dalhalla official site
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