The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra had little choice but to fire its principal oboist for his repeated clashes with the symphony’s conductor, other musicians and staff, a judge found in upholding the “fair and just” findings of an arbitrator.

Western District Judge Michael Telesca said the arbitrator had ample evidence to justify the dismissal of oboist Pierre Roy in July 2012. It was the second time Roy had been fired in less than two years due to abrasive behavior.