Whether you’re a seasoned New Century fan or a new concertgoer, you may have wondered,“What makes a chamber orchestra different from a traditional symphony orchestra?”, “Where is New Century’s conductor?”, “Why do the musicians perform standing?”

Let’s dive into what defines a chamber orchestra and explain how New Century’s innovative, conductorless approach sets us apart.

Few pieces of classical music have left as significant a mark on modern pop culture as Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. In recent years, Max Richter’s Vivaldi: Recomposed—The Four Seasons has reintroduced these timeless works with a contemporary twist, blending baroque elegance with minimalist soundscapes. Together, these compositions demonstrate not only the enduring appeal of classical music but also its flexibility in modern pop culture, influencing films, commercials, and television.

Music lovers throughout the Bay Area are invited to rediscover centuries-old classics in a new light, hear never-before heard music, and embark on a journey through Western dance music with New Century Chamber Orchestra’s upcoming 2024-25 season.

One of the most dazzling elements of New Century’s upcoming Christmas Ornaments performances (December 15-17, 2023) is the young French trumpet sensation Lucienne Renaudin Vary, who makes her US Debut with these performances.

Composer Nicolás Lell Benavides shares the inspiration for his new work Doña Sebastiana, which will have its world premiere with New Century in November at Visitations.

We recently returned from a fantastic 10-concert tour through Germany with Music Director Daniel Hope, and let’s just say that the experience exceeded all of our expectations. Here are some of the highlights from the trip.

Our latest album has arrived! Music for a New Century is New Century's first release with Music Director Daniel Hope under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label.

New Century is on the road in Europe this month, with ten performances across Germany between June 10–25. Tickets, info and more available here.

Our 2023-2024 Season is Announced! Browse our Upcoming Concerts.