Orchestra 2001 is a collective of adventurous, virtuoso performers dedicated to the music of our time. The ensemble strives to be an international leader in connecting diverse audiences with the greatest music of the 20th and 21st centuries, engaging new listeners through exhilarating concerts, innovative artistic collaborations, and enriching community partnerships in Philadelphia and beyond.
OCTOBER 2021
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Orchestra 2001 will feature musical compositions by Philadelphia composers in pop-up concerts at train stops, parking lots, businesses, murals, and parks along the 45-minute SEPTA route that cuts across dozens of diverse communities. Part 1 featured music by Erin Busch, Matt Davis, and Jay Krush. Stay tuned for music from Immanuel Wilkins!
Funded in large part by the Presser Foundation and the Musical Fund Society of Philadelphia. |
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From left to right: Orchestra 2001 performaces at CHOP Karabots campus (West Philadelphia), the "Love Lot" (Kensington), and 30th Street Station (University City).
NOVEMBER 2021
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¡CONEXIONES! Argentina
– Lo que vendrá Saturday, November 6, 2021 | 6:00pm | Teatro Esperanza Orchestra 2001 partnered with celebrated bandoneónist Shinjoo Cho to perform Piazzolla Centennial: Lo que vendrá (What's to come), a celebration of master composer and bandoneónist Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992).
Diego Schissi’s commission generously funded by the Steven R. Gerber Trust. |
APRIL 2022
The Song Catcher – presented by Lyric Fest
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April 9, 2022 | 3:00pm April 10, 2022 | 3:00pm Orchestra 2001 instrumentalists will participate in this compelling Lyric Fest production. Hear new, folk-inspired works by Gregory Brown, John Conahan, Michael Djupstrom, Melissa Dunphy, Jennifer Higdon, Allen Krantz, Gilda Lyons, Robert Maggio, Jeffrey Scott, and Benjamin P. Wenzelberg. Tickets are on sale now.
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JOURNEYS: Classical Movements from the African Diaspora
Part I – Harlem Renaissance and Beyond
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Orchestra 2001 is pleased to announce a multi-year concert series featuring music by African-American, African, and Afro-Caribbean composers. Stay tuned for concert date and other details! Major support for this series provided by the Anne & Gordon Getty Foundation, League of American Orchestras Futures Fund, and the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation. |
Reading Terminal Market's "Fresh Entertainment"
Hear "Ride That Train", composed and conducted by Tom Whitman, from his OUR PHILADELPHIA!
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This entirely virtual program pays homage to the resilience of Reading Terminal, and the passion that Philadelphia has for its historic public market. Learn more about OUR PHILADELPHIA by Tom Whitman, and where you can hear it performed next!
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Part of Orchestra 2001's EMERGING MARKETS concert series. Major support provided by The William Penn Foundation.
RECENT PROGRAMS
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CONEXÕES BRAZILCo-presented by Esperanza Arts Center. Concert recording session at World Live Cafe, featuring 20th- and 21st-century music by Brazilian composers. Heitor Villa-Lobos – Sexteto místico PRIOR LIVESTREAM EVENTS: 6/23/2021 Teatro Esperanza | 7/8/2021 Cherry Street Pier | 7/23/2021 Arts Access TV
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PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOWSaturday, June 12, 2021 | 10am – 2pm Get your Flower Show tickets for Family Frolic this Saturday, June 12th! While enjoying the exhibits, market, and food, experience complimentary performances by Orchestra 2001 at all corners of the marketplace.
Part of Orchestra 2001's EMERGING MARKETS concert series. Major support provided by The William Penn Foundation.
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9th STREET MARKETHonoring Our AncestorsSunday, May 23, 2021 | 8pm
Part of Orchestra 2001's EMERGING MARKETS concert series. Major support provided by The William Penn Foundation.
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STREAM THIS MUSIC ANYTIME – FREE
Orchestra 2001 is Ensemble-In-Residence at Cherry Street Pier
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The COMPOSER AT WORK window features Philadelphia-area and visiting composers, and musicians of all ages and genres. Participants work on site and present their music to audiences at Cherry Street Pier and elsewhere in Philadelphia. Funded by generous grants from the Barra Foundation and the Musical Fund Society of Philadelphia.
100% individual donations currently go toward employing musicians!
Our concerts would not be possible without the support of Individual Donors!
Orchestra 2001 thanks its Foundation, Government, and Organizational Contributors and Partners:
