Acclaimed pianist loses Gaza speech case against Melbourne orchestra

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Acclaimed pianist Jayson Gillham lost his workplace discrimination case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) after it cancelled a performance following his comments about Gaza. Justice Graeme Hill ruled the MSO cancelled the recital due to anticipated adverse impacts on its reputation, not the pianist's political beliefs, citing a practice against musicians making statements on sensitive issues without approval.

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Jayson Gillham sued the orchestra for workplace discrimination after they cancelled one of his shows.

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