Performances & Events

Experience imaginative scores, pop-infused operas, orchestral jazz, multimedia oratorios, electronic inventions and more.

ACO performances are exceptional, unexpected and always unforgettable. New music, top musicians, extraordinary venues and a community of curious, open-minded music lovers. Each ACO performance is a thrilling moment in music history, a contribution to the new future of music. We invite you to experience the edge of music.

Brian Nabors & ACO Sextet

October 4, 2020 5:00 pm

Online Video Stream

Orchestra Musicians Roundtable – Professional Development Panel

October 14, 2020 3:00 pm

Zoom

Composer-to-Composer Talks: George Lewis/Courtney Bryan/Damon Holzborn

October 21, 2020 5:00 pm

Online Video Stream

Fundraising via Supportive Individuals – Professional Development Panel

November 9, 2020 3:00 pm

Zoom

Composer-to-Composer Talks: Chen Yi/Zhou Long/Kerwin Young

December 2, 2020 5:00 pm

Online Video Stream

Composer-to-Composer Talks: William Bolcom/Gabriela Lena Frank

January 13, 2021 5:00 pm

Online Video Stream

Entrepreneurship & Ensembles for Composers – Professional Development Panel

January 20, 2021 3:00 pm

Zoom

Composer-to-Composer Talks: John Corigliano/Mason Bates

January 27, 2021 5:00 pm

Online Video Stream

Finding Your Voice Online – Professional Development Panel

February 3, 2021 3:00 pm

Zoom

ACO & Jennifer Koh at Carnegie Hall

April 20, 2021 7:30 pm

Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall

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Our Mission & Vision

American Composers Orchestra (ACO) is dedicated to the creation, celebration, performance, and promotion of orchestral music by American composers. With commitment to diversity, disruption and discovery, ACO produces concerts, pre-college and college education programs, and emerging composer professional development to foster a community of creators, audience, performers, collaborators, and funders.

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