Released on: September 25, 2007, 10:05 am

Press Release Author: Lotos Nile Media

Industry: Entertainment

Press Release Summary: Loosen the tie, and prep your ears for something different.
This isn\'t the symphony, and this definitely isn\'t your parents\' chamber orchestra.
It\'s the Nashville Chamber Orchestra (NCO), and as it launches into its 18th season,
music lovers will relish in what\'s on tap.

Press Release Body: Loosen the tie, and prep your ears for something different. This
isn\'t the symphony, and this definitely isn\'t your parents\' chamber orchestra. It\'s
the Nashville Chamber Orchestra (NCO), and as it launches into its 18th season,
music lovers will relish in what\'s on tap.

The NCO provides \"Music Without Boundaries\" to Nashvillians, and while nationally
recognized for its traditional sounds, the NCO\'s reputation for breaking musical
molds makes it stand out as a leader in the field. Performances with Trey Anastasio
of jam band Phish and klezmer band Brave Old World are rarities in the world of
orchestras, yet it\'s collaborations like these that make the NCO a diamond in the
rough. NCO\'s mission is to reach beyond the comfortable, taking listeners on
exciting journeys into unexplored worlds. Composer residencies have included the
industry\'s most innovative and the NCO\'s community engagement initiatives are
widespread. From interactive education programs like the songwriting project Kid Pan
Alley, to the orchestra\'s ENCORE project for teens, the NCO\'s dedication to
Nashville\'s youth is deeply rooted and proven to change lives.

New Season, New Initiatives, New Move
With a solid reputation for offering original works with a fusion flare, the NCO has
a dedicated following of music lovers with pedigreed palettes. But you don\'t have to
be a refined listener to be a fan. This year, the NCO is committed to spreading the
music to the masses through an all-new lineup, a new headquarters and a
groundbreaking online initiative.

Founded by music director Paul Gambill, the NCO is always on the path to newer,
greater, more innovative projects. Gambill knows the reputation that typical chamber
orchestras have, and it\'s that knowledge that drives him to break out, take risks
and uncover unexplored musical worlds. His marriage of orchestral music to world,
jazz and folk music is both his talent and his passion. The 2007-08 season renews
those marital vows to bring the most original NCO season to date. This year\'s HCA
Adventure Series kicks off on October 13 with Tango! The collaboration with Tango
Nashville will feature an appearance by a Tango dance duo and spotlight the sounds
of Raul Jaurena on the bandoneon. The NCO\'s Acoustic Cafe Series, sponsored by
Vanderbilt-Williamson and Bank of America, launches November 2 when the orchestra
plays with artist-in-residence Darrell Scott and features all-star acoustic
musicians Kenny Malone, Stuart Duncan, Dan Dugmore, Viktor Krauss and Bryan Sutton,
all of whom are stars in their own right, and all of whom have shared stages with
top name artists in many musical genres.

Becoming a true contender in Nashville\'s largely country-dominated music scene and
helping contribute to its burgeoning diversity, the NCO has brand new headquarters
on Nashville\'s world-famous Music Row. The Music Row office positions the NCO in an
even greater leadership role to create new outlets for the unlikely collaborations
for which it is known.

A brand-new journey for the NCO is \"Uncovered,\" an online initiative offering an
insider\'s look at the creative process behind the music. Fans pay a one-time fee for
one year\'s access to behind-the-scenes footage, interviews and more as the orchestra
works on new music and new recordings. It\'s VIP access at the click of a mouse. The
first NCO \"Uncovered\" project features NCO artist-in-residence, famed guitarist John
Jorgenson (Desert Rose Band, the Hellecasters) as he collaborates with the NCO to
make new music. The second \"Uncovered\" project is a glimpse at Nashville\'s
world-class orchestra as it prepares for a new season, creates new compositions and
more.

The NCO season is made possible in part through support from the Metropolitan
Nashville Arts Commission, Tennessee Arts Commission and the National Endowment for
the Arts.

To learn more about the renowned NCO or for a closer look at what this season has in
store including \"Uncovered\" projects, a complete lineup and more, log on to nco.org.



Web Site: http://www.nco.org

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