Orpheus Chamber Orchestra

The Grammy® Award-winning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra has invigorated international audiences and critics alike with its superior artistry, energy, and distinctive approach to music-making. Orpheus is committed to illuminating both classic orchestral repertoire and new works by contemporary composers in a unique and liberating manner. Over its history, Orpheus has built a legacy through its acclaimed recordings, performances, and collaborations with the world’s most dynamic and esteemed soloists. In addition to extensive national and international touring, the orchestra presents an annual concert series at Carnegie Hall and appears regularly at major New York venues, including Lincoln Center and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

A self-governing organization, Orpheus was founded in 1972 by cellist Julian Fifer and a group of fellow musicians, who aspired to perform diverse orchestral repertoire using chamber music ensemble techniques. Today, Orpheus continues this philosophy, performing without a conductor and rotating musical leadership roles for each work, literally changing the way the world thinks about musicians, conductors, and orchestras. The orchestra strives to empower its musicians by integrating them into virtually every facet of the organization.

Orpheus’ 2008-2009 season continues its rich tradition of collaboration with today’s leading soloists and composers in New York, throughout the United States, and abroad.