A Composer's Portrait

Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia

Recipient

Grant Year 2010

Grant Amount $75,000

Status Completed

Updated June 1, 2023

The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia presented A Composer's Portrait, featuring a commissioned work by American composer and electric guitarist Steven Mackey, conducted by Music Director Dirk Brosse. Mackey's awards include a Guggenheim fellowship, a Charles Ives Scholarship from the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters, and two awards from the Kennedy Center for the performing arts. He participated in post-concert discussions, a workshop, and a composer forum presented in collaboration with the Curtis Institute, University of the Arts, and the American Composers Forum, Philadelphia Chapter.

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Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia

The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia is a 33-member professional ensemble led by music director Dirk Brossé. Founded in 1964 by Marc Mostovoy, the Chamber Orchestra has a well-established reputation for distinguished performances of repertoire from the Baroque period through the 21st century.

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