Tiny, yet very mighty, Melbourne Chamber Orchestra is Melbourne’s preeminent chamber music organisation. Led by Artistic Director Sophie Rowell, MCO deliver more than 50 performances each season, each of uncompromising artistic quality, finesse and passion.
8 Oct - 12 Oct 2023
Mozart + Beethoven Concertos
The beauty of Classical piano concertos, with star Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen.
8 Oct - 12 Oct 2023
Mozart + Beethoven Concertos
The beauty of Classical piano concertos, with star Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen.
29 Oct - 4 Nov 23
Poets + Fighters
Atmospheric music for string quartet, featuring baritone Stephen Marsh.
5 Nov 23
Chamber Music Dining at Narkoojee
An indulgent musical lunch at Narkoojee winery, with an MCO quartet and baritone Stephen Marsh.
16 Nov - 26 Nov 23
Of People + Song
Singer songwriter Lior joins MCO to premiere his new song cycle, To Be Human.
8 Oct - 12 Oct 2023
Mozart + Beethoven Concertos
The beauty of Classical piano concertos, with star Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen.
8 Oct - 12 Oct 2023
Mozart + Beethoven Concertos
The beauty of Classical piano concertos, with star Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen.
29 Oct - 4 Nov 23
Poets + Fighters
Atmospheric music for string quartet, featuring baritone Stephen Marsh.
5 Nov 23
Chamber Music Dining at Narkoojee
An indulgent musical lunch at Narkoojee winery, with an MCO quartet and baritone Stephen Marsh.
16 Nov - 26 Nov 23
Of People + Song
Singer songwriter Lior joins MCO to premiere his new song cycle, To Be Human.
29 Feb - 3 Mar 24
Music Speaks
Violist Chris Moore joins Sophie Rowell + MCO for Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante + Dvořák's Serenade.
We are often asked, what’s special about MCO?
Why should I come to a concert?
IGNITE YOUR IMAGINATION
Venture beyond and discover deeper insights. Through the artistic leadership of Sophie Rowell, MCO performances weave together masterworks, precious curiosities and joyous contemporary visions, to reveal powerful new stories.
DISCOVER THE PASSION
The artists of MCO elevate every performance with their distinctive flair and energy. Be invigorated and uplifted by their exceptional artistry, thrilling freshness and profound commitment.
FEEL THE CONNECTION
Each MCO performance is an invitation to the heart of Victorian chamber music, to experience the dynamic, living cultural pulse of your world and ours. Every note binds us closer together: get close and immerse yourself in our community of music.
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