Cambridge University Chamber Orchestra
CUCO attracts the most talented instrumentalists from the University, who audition each October to secure their place. A different professional conductor is invited to work with the ensemble for each of its concerts, as well as a distinguished concerto soloist. The orchestra works intensively for week- long periods in preparation for each concert, achieving focus and the highest possible standard. CUCO players will also take part in this year's lunchtime recitals series.
Those interested in auditioning for the CUMS Chamber Orchestra for the 2011-12 Season should see the auditions page. Highlights this year will include:
- 25 Nov 2011 Mozart Symphony No.38 'Prague' and Violin Concerto No.5 and Haydn Symphony No.101 'The Clock', with soloist Charlie Siem, conducted by Sir Roger Norrington (West Road)
- 28 January 2012 Debussy La Damoiselle Elue and Wagner Overture & Act III, Parsifal with the CUMS Cambridge College Choirs, CUMS Symphony Orchestra, and professional soloists including Joan Rodgers, conducted by Sir Mark Elder (King's College Chapel)
- 10 March 2012 Brahms Variations on a Theme of Haydn, Copland Clarinet Concerto and Schubert Symphony No.9, with soloist Joseph Shiner clarinet (winner of the CUMS Concerto Competition), conducted by Peter Stark (West Road Concert Hall)
- 17 March 2012 King's College Foundation Concert with King's College Choir and former Choir members, with soloist Tom Poster, conducted by Stephen Cleobury (King's College Chapel)
- 5 May 2012 Mendelssohn Overture to A Midsummer Night's Dream and Symphony No.4 'Italian', and Beethoven Violin Concerto, directed by Stephanie Gonley (West Road Concert Hall)
- 30 June - 8 July 2012 Tour to Bordeaux, France to perform at the Orpheus and Bacchus Festival
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CUCO Concerts