The New Century Chamber Orchestra

Innovative San Francisco-based String Ensemble

The New Century Chamber Orchestra, one of only a handful of conductorless ensembles in the world, was founded in 1992. The 19-member string ensemble includes San Francisco Bay Area musicians and those who travel from across the U.S. and Europe to perform together. Musical decisions are made collaboratively, resulting in an enhanced level of commitment from the musicians to concerts of remarkable precision, passion, and power. In the 2017-2018 season, British violinist Daniel Hope took the role of Artistic Partner and concertmaster for the ensemble, bringing new vibrancy and leadership to the orchestra. Hope is preceded by previous music directors Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg (2008-2017), Krista Bennion Feeney (1999-2006) and Stuart Canin (1992-1999)