Led by virtuoso Richard Tognetti, the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO), Australia’s only national orchestra, is renowned internationally for its artistic excellence and the exuberance and vitality of its players.
Australian Chamber Orchestra / Artistic director biography
Richard Tognetti was appointed as Artistic Director and Lead Violin of the Australian Chamber Orchestra in 1990. Under his inspiring leadership, the ACO has performed as a flexible and versatile 'ensemble of soloists', on modern and period instruments. In a nod to past traditions, only the cellists are seated – the resulting sense of energy and individuality is one of the most commented-upon elements of an ACO concert experience.
Company information / http://www.aco.com.au
Founded in 1975, the Australian Chamber Orchestra is renowned internationally for its artistic excellence and adventurous programming. The orhcestra’s unique artistic style encompasses a comprehensive classical repertoire, as well as innovative cross-artform projects and a vigorous commissioning program. Regular international tours have drawn outstanding reviews for the ACO's performances at many of the world’s prestigious concert halls, including Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, London's Wigmore Hall, New York's Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, Vienna's Musikverein, the Sydney Opera House, Birmingham's Symphony Hall and Washington D.C.'s Kennedy Center.
