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The Chicago Composers Orchestra (CCO) is the city’s largest new-music ensemble dedicated to living composers. Since its inception, the group has staged 52+ concerts and overseen more than 115 world premieres, building a vibrant hub for contemporary classical art in Chicago. Regularly collaborating with emerging and established voices, CCO brings bold, forward-thinking programs to audiences at iconic Chicago venues and beyond.
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Led by a mission to champion living composers, the CCO cultivates a dynamic ecosystem of commissions, performances, and community outreach. The ensemble’s 2025–2026 season features world premieres commissioned by the orchestra, alongside student commissions, continuing the tradition of expanding the frontier of contemporary sound.
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For fans of adventurous, thoughtfully curated programs, the CCO offers a gateway to new music that’s both accessible and exploratory. Secure your seats and join us for compelling evenings of sound, graphically precise ensemble playing, and immersive live experiences.
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Upcoming events spotlight the ensemble’s ongoing collaboration with visionary venues like St. James Cathedral (65 E Huron St, Chicago) where a regular lineup of premieres and performances unfolds. Past and forthcoming 2025 concerts include refracted | mythos on Oct 25, 2025 and an Evening of World Premieres on Apr 26, 2025, both at St. James Cathedral. The scene continues to evolve with future engagements such as Clara (Clara bar, Wicker Park) hosting Cocktails with CCO in 2026. The CCO’s discography highlights collaborative releases with Origin of Animal on Bandcamp, spanning 2007–2020 with multiple 2020 releases, illustrating the ensemble’s collaborative spirit and enduring impact on the Chicago soundscape.
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Upcoming events spotlight the ensemble’s ongoing collaboration with visionary venues like St. James Cathedral (65 E Huron St, Chicago) where a regular lineup of premieres and performances unfolds. Past and forthcoming 2025 concerts include refracted | mythos on Oct 25, 2025 and an Evening of World Premieres on Apr 26, 2025, both at St. James Cathedral. The scene continues to evolve with future engagements such as Clara (Clara bar, Wicker Park) hosting Cocktails with CCO in 2026. The CCO’s discography highlights collaborative releases with Origin of Animal on Bandcamp, spanning 2007–2020 with multiple 2020 releases, illustrating the ensemble’s collaborative spirit and enduring impact on the Chicago soundscape.
Follow the Chicago Composers Orchestra for updates and fresh program notes. Social media: Facebook, Instagram, SoundCloud, and YouTube—each offering behind-the-scenes looks, rehearsal clips, and featured performances. We’ve got you covered for a reliable, no-fuss path to great live music in Chicago.
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