Concord Chamber Orchestra - Making Classical Music Accessible - Concord Chamber Orchestra

Making Classical Music Accessible

Since 1975, the Concord Chamber Orchestra has offered talented, volunteer musicians the opportunity to create stimulating musical experiences for the enjoyment and inspiration of Milwaukee area audiences. Concord is an all-volunteer, non-paid group of approximately 50 musicians from a variety of professions and backgrounds.

Audiences enjoy smaller, more intimate settings than most orchestras our size, and an affordable ticket price. The repertoire is carefully chosen for each concert with the goal of offering selections the audience will recognize as well as introducing them to unfamiliar and engaging works.

The CCO is committed to supporting the work of emerging artists. We often include young performers in our concerts throughout the season. Additionally, through our annual Concerto Competition, Concord gives one outstanding young musician the opportunity to perform a concerto of his or her choice with the orchestra.

After each concert, audience members have a unique opportunity to mingle with our musicians and music director. It’s a very special chance to ask questions and give feedback directly to the orchestra members.

For a more complete look at the history of the CCO, read founder John Parfrey's recollection of the first 12 years.

"Anyone who was not at St. Josaphat Basilica for the combined program
of the Milwaukee High School of the Arts and the Concord Chamber Orchestra
missed the best concert of the holiday season."
Sharon Cook, Milwaukee

"I'm 87 years old, and this is one of the best concerts I've ever attended in my life.
I can't always afford to go to concerts anymore. Thank you for bringing this music to us."
Boerner Botanical Gardens audience member

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