Celebrate 10 Seasons with NOCCO!

Join us on Friday, June 13th, 6:00pm at Town Hall for a unique play-along event. NOCCO musicians will be rehearsing and performing Mozart’s Symphony No. 31 “Paris” with members of the community! Anyone is welcome to participate as a performer or audience member. You will get unique insight into how our orchestra works collaboratively to listen and play together without a conductor. Here’s how it works:

• BYOI (Bring Your Own Instrument): Arrive around 6pm to start setting up. We’ll start “rehearsal” at 6:30pm. We’ll provide some printed parts and music stands but you can also download your part in advance HERE. (UPDATE: We’ll be using the Leipzig: Breitkopf & Härtel, n.d. Plate Orch.B.4404. parts)

• Rehearse with NOCCO for about 30 minutes. If the music is above your current abilities, no worries! Play what you can and enjoy listening to the rest! NOCCO musicians will help you out. At the very least, you can stand there and look pretty ;)

• At the end of rehearsal, we’ll do a full play-through of the symphony (about 17 minutes) as our final performance!

• Stay after the performance to enjoy snacks, beverages from the Otto Bar, and socialize with NOCCO musicians, staff, and board members

Admission to NOCCO’s 10th Anniversary Celebration for play-along musicians and audience.

General $20 | 21 & Under - Free

If ticket cost is a burden, check out our no-questions-asked Free Ticket Program.

Online ticket sales for this event are now closed, but you can still get tickets at the door!

Program:

Florence Anna Maunders*+ - Badder Gyrations

Francis Poulenc - Organ Concerto, FP 93

Michael Plagerman, organ

Franz Schubert - Symphony No.6, D.589

The final concert of NOCCO’s 10th Anniversary Season kicks off with Florence Anna Maunders’ exhilarating and avant-garde contemporary work, Badder Gyrations. Following is Francis Poulenc’s Organ Concerto, FP 93, a piece featuring dramatics contrasts from dark, intense passages to moments of whimsical charm. Become enveloped by the powerful resonance of the magnificent organs at Seattle First Baptist Church and Blessed Sacrament Church. Finally, the performance will conclude with Franz Schubert’s Symphony No. 6, D.589, highlighting NOCCO’s joyful energy with its lyrical melodies and elegant classical forms, and providing a delightful and uplifting finale to the 2024 - 2025 Concert Season.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

Program:

Florence Anna Maunders*+ - Badder Gyrations

Francis Poulenc - Organ Concerto, FP 93

Michael Plagerman, organ

Franz Schubert - Symphony No.6, D.589

The final concert of NOCCO’s 10th Anniversary Season kicks off with Florence Anna Maunders’ exhilarating and avant-garde contemporary work, Badder Gyrations. Following is Francis Poulenc’s Organ Concerto, FP 93, a piece featuring dramatics contrasts from dark, intense passages to moments of whimsical charm. Become enveloped by the powerful resonance of the magnificent organs at Seattle First Baptist Church and Blessed Sacrament Church. Finally, the performance will conclude with Franz Schubert’s Symphony No. 6, D.589, highlighting NOCCO’s joyful energy with its lyrical melodies and elegant classical forms, and providing a delightful and uplifting finale to the 2024 - 2025 Concert Season.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

This Performance Will Be Livestreamed!

Can't make it in person? Watch the performance from the comfort of your own home. Access to the livestream is provided at no cost, but donations are always welcome and appreciated. Donations can be made at www.nocco.org/donate. Don’t forget to make sure you are subscribed to our mailing list to receive info about upcoming performances and events!

Program:

Felix Mendelssohn - A Midsummer Night's Dream Overture, Op.21

W.A. Mozart - Flute Concerto in G major, K.313∕285c

2024 Concerto Competition Winner: Maia Nemes, Flute

Louise Farrenc* - Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 35

NOCCO’s February concerts begin with Felix Mendelssohn's A Midsummer Night's Dream Overture, a whimsical and enchanting piece that will transport you into the magical world of Shakespeare's play with its sparkling melodies and vibrant orchestration. Following this piece will be an undoubtedly riveting and virtuosic performance by the winner of NOCCO’s 2024 Concerto Competition, Maia Nemes, performing Mozart’s Flute Concerto in G major. Finally, the concert concludes with Louise Farrenc's Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 35, a compelling work that exemplifies her prowess as a 19th-century composer. Farrenc's Symphony No. 2 is noted for its structural clarity, melodic inventiveness, and the seamless integration of classical form with Romantic expressiveness, showcasing her unique voice in the symphonic tradition.

*POC or Woman Composer

This Performance Will Be Livestreamed!

Can't make it in person? Watch the performance from the comfort of your own home. Access to the livestream is provided at no cost, but donations are always welcome and appreciated. Donations can be made at www.nocco.org/donate. Don’t forget to make sure you are subscribed to our mailing list to receive info about upcoming performances and events!

Program:

Felix Mendelssohn - A Midsummer Night's Dream Overture, Op.21

W.A. Mozart - Flute Concerto in G major, K.313∕285c

2024 Concerto Competition Winner: Maia Nemes, Flute

Louise Farrenc* - Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 35

NOCCO’s February concerts begin with Felix Mendelssohn's A Midsummer Night's Dream Overture, a whimsical and enchanting piece that will transport you into the magical world of Shakespeare's play with its sparkling melodies and vibrant orchestration. Following this piece will be an undoubtedly riveting and virtuosic performance by the winner of NOCCO’s 2024 Concerto Competition, Maia Nemes, performing Mozart’s Flute Concerto in G major. Finally, the concert concludes with Louise Farrenc's Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 35, a compelling work that exemplifies her prowess as a 19th-century composer. Farrenc's Symphony No. 2 is noted for its structural clarity, melodic inventiveness, and the seamless integration of classical form with Romantic expressiveness, showcasing her unique voice in the symphonic tradition.

*POC or Woman Composer

Program:

Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber - Battalia à 10

Viet Cuong*+ - Extra(ordinarily) Fancy

Peggy Glanville Hicks* - Sinfonia da Pacifica

W.A. Mozart - Symphony No.35 in D major, K.385 "Haffner"

NOCCO’s 10th Anniversary Season continues with music from around the globe, spanning nearly 350 years! Opening with Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber's Battalia à 10, the orchestra will paint a vivid and innovative depiction of a 17th-century battle that will captivate with its imaginative techniques and lively rhythms. Following is Viet Cuong's Extra(ordinarily) Fancy, a contemporary piece featuring two oboe soloists. Oboists, Janet Putnam and Bhavani Kotha will delight you with this piece’s playful energy, intricate textures, and unexpected twists. Australian composer Peggy Glanville-Hicks' Sinfonia da Pacifica provides a serene and reflective contrast, drawing inspiration from the Pacific region and enveloping the audience in its exotic and tranquil melodies. Finally, Mozart's Symphony No. 35 in D major, K.385 'Haffner', a work known for its brisk and joyful character brings the concert to a triumphant close.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

This Performance Will Be Livestreamed!

Can't make it in person? Watch the performance from the comfort of your own home. Access to the livestream is provided at no cost, but donations are always welcome and appreciated. Donations can be made at www.nocco.org/donate. Don’t forget to make sure you are subscribed to our mailing list to receive info about upcoming performances and events!

Program:

Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber - Battalia à 10

Viet Cuong*+ - Extra(ordinarily) Fancy

Peggy Glanville Hicks* - Sinfonia da Pacifica

W.A. Mozart - Symphony No.35 in D major, K.385 "Haffner"

NOCCO’s 10th Anniversary Season continues with music from around the globe, spanning nearly 350 years! Opening with Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber's Battalia à 10, the orchestra will paint a vivid and innovative depiction of a 17th-century battle that will captivate with its imaginative techniques and lively rhythms. Following is Viet Cuong's Extra(ordinarily) Fancy, a contemporary piece featuring two oboe soloists. Oboists, Janet Putnam and Bhavani Kotha will delight you with this piece’s playful energy, intricate textures, and unexpected twists. Australian composer Peggy Glanville-Hicks' Sinfonia da Pacifica provides a serene and reflective contrast, drawing inspiration from the Pacific region and enveloping the audience in its exotic and tranquil melodies. Finally, Mozart's Symphony No. 35 in D major, K.385 'Haffner', a work known for its brisk and joyful character brings the concert to a triumphant close.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

Program:

Jessie Montgomery*+ - Banner

Ralph Vaughan Williams - Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis

W.A. Mozart - Sinfonia concertante in E-flat major, K.364/320d

NOCCO’s 10th Anniversary Season opens with Jessie Montgomery’s Banner, a dynamic and vibrant reimagining of the national anthem that seamlessly blends elements of jazz, classical, and African American spirituals, creating a powerful and contemporary statement. Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis follows. This lush and evocative piece will envelope you in its rich harmonies and serene, meditative string textures. The performance will conclude with Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat major, where the interplay between the solo violin and viola, supported by the orchestra, showcases Mozart's masterful ability to balance elegance and emotional depth. Soloists Elisa Barston (violin) and Susan Gulkis Assadi (viola) will leave you in awe with their technical prowess and expressive sensitivity.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

This Performance Will Be Livestreamed!

Can't make it in person? Watch the performance from the comfort of your own home. Access to the livestream is provided at no cost, but donations are always welcome and appreciated. Donations can be made at www.nocco.org/donate. Don’t forget to make sure you are subscribed to our mailing list to receive info about upcoming performances and events!

Program:

Jessie Montgomery*+ - Banner

Ralph Vaughan Williams - Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis

W.A. Mozart - Sinfonia concertante in E-flat major, K.364/320d

NOCCO’s 10th Anniversary Season opens with Jessie Montgomery’s Banner, a dynamic and vibrant reimagining of the national anthem that seamlessly blends elements of jazz, classical, and African American spirituals, creating a powerful and contemporary statement. Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis follows. This lush and evocative piece will envelope you in its rich harmonies and serene, meditative string textures. The performance will conclude with Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat major, where the interplay between the solo violin and viola, supported by the orchestra, showcases Mozart's masterful ability to balance elegance and emotional depth. Soloists Elisa Barston (violin) and Susan Gulkis Assadi (viola) will leave you in awe with their technical prowess and expressive sensitivity.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

Program:

Reena Esmail*+ - Teen Murti

Ruth Gipps* - Wind Sinfonietta

Wolfgang A. Mozart - Symphony No. 39

Immerse yourself in an enchanting musical experience as this concert unfolds, presenting a diverse musical tapestry. The performance commences with Reena Esmail's evocative Teen Murti, a fusion of Eastern and Western musical elements that delicately intertwine, resonating with emotional depth and cultural richness. Ruth Gipps' Wind Sinfonietta follows, a dynamic showcase of wind instruments that paints a vivid sonic landscape, effortlessly shifting from playful exuberance to contemplative introspection. The concert reaches its pinnacle with Mozart's Symphony No. 39, a testament to Classical elegance and brilliance, as intricate melodies and spirited rhythms interlace. This evening promises a captivating journey through diverse musical realms, captivating the senses and leaving an indelible impression of harmonious creativity.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

This Performance Will Be Livestreamed!

Can't make it in person? Watch the performance from the comfort of your own home. Access to the livestream is provided at no cost, but donations are always welcome and appreciated. Donations can be made at www.nocco.org/donate. Don’t forget to make sure you are subscribed to our mailing list to receive info about upcoming performances and events!

Program:

Reena Esmail*+ - Teen Murti

Ruth Gipps* - Wind Sinfonietta

Wolfgang A. Mozart - Symphony No. 39

Immerse yourself in an enchanting musical experience as this concert unfolds, presenting a diverse musical tapestry. The performance commences with Reena Esmail's evocative Teen Murti, a fusion of Eastern and Western musical elements that delicately intertwine, resonating with emotional depth and cultural richness. Ruth Gipps' Wind Sinfonietta follows, a dynamic showcase of wind instruments that paints a vivid sonic landscape, effortlessly shifting from playful exuberance to contemplative introspection. The concert reaches its pinnacle with Mozart's Symphony No. 39, a testament to Classical elegance and brilliance, as intricate melodies and spirited rhythms interlace. This evening promises a captivating journey through diverse musical realms, captivating the senses and leaving an indelible impression of harmonious creativity.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

Program:

Dmitri Shostakovich - Chamber Symphony Op.110

Missy Mazzoli*+ - Ecstatic Science

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major, K. 218

I. Allegro

2023 Concerto Competition Winner: Tokuji Miyasaka, violin

Joseph Haydn - Symphony No. 104

Dive into a realm of musical diversity at this concert experience where musical landscapes converge across time and emotion. Dmitri Shostakovich's Chamber Symphony Op. 110 sets the tone with its poignant introspection, a distilled exploration of human struggle and resilience rendered through intricate chamber textures. Following this, Ecstatic Science by Missy Mazzoli takes the stage, intertwining electronic elements with the orchestra, creating a sonic tapestry that explores the boundaries of sound and innovation, inviting the audience into a realm of sonic experimentation. The performance ends with Joseph Haydn's Symphony No. 104, infusing the atmosphere with classical elegance and grandeur, evoking a sense of spirited journey through the composer's intricate craftsmanship and vibrant melodies. This concert weaves a rich tapestry of emotions and eras, leaving the audience enthralled by the wide array of musical expression.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

This Performance Will Be Livestreamed!

Can't make it in person? Watch the performance from the comfort of your own home. Access to the livestream is provided at no cost, but donations are always welcome and appreciated. Donations can be made at www.nocco.org/donate. Don’t forget to make sure you are subscribed to our mailing list to receive info about upcoming performances and events!

Program:

Dmitri Shostakovich - Chamber Symphony Op.110

Missy Mazzoli*+ - Ecstatic Science

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major, K. 218

I. Allegro

2023 Concerto Competition Winner: Tokuji Miyasaka, violin

Joseph Haydn - Symphony No. 104

Dive into a realm of musical diversity at this concert experience where musical landscapes converge across time and emotion. Dmitri Shostakovich's Chamber Symphony Op. 110 sets the tone with its poignant introspection, a distilled exploration of human struggle and resilience rendered through intricate chamber textures. Following this, Ecstatic Science by Missy Mazzoli takes the stage, intertwining electronic elements with the orchestra, creating a sonic tapestry that explores the boundaries of sound and innovation, inviting the audience into a realm of sonic experimentation. The performance ends with Joseph Haydn's Symphony No. 104, infusing the atmosphere with classical elegance and grandeur, evoking a sense of spirited journey through the composer's intricate craftsmanship and vibrant melodies. This concert weaves a rich tapestry of emotions and eras, leaving the audience enthralled by the wide array of musical expression.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

Program:

Johann Sebastian Bach - Jauchzet Gott in Allen Landen, BWV 51

Clarice Alfonso, Soprano

Ellen T. Zwilich*+ - Concerto Grosso 1985

Igor Stravinsky - Danses concertantes

Embark on a captivating musical odyssey as our winter solstice concert unfolds, presenting a harmonious fusion of masterpieces across eras. Johann Sebastian Bach's exultant Jauchzet Gott in Allen Landen, BWV 51 opens the performance, its intricate Baroque tapestry weaving soprano splendor into the orchestral fabric, exuding devotion and jubilation. Transitioning seamlessly, Ellen T. Zwilich's contemporary Concerto Grosso 1985 takes the stage, a vibrant interplay between soloists and ensemble, evoking a modernistic landscape through its intricate motifs and expressive contrasts. The journey crescendos with Igor Stravinsky's Danses concertantes, where neoclassical rhythms entwine with avant-garde flair, offering a vivacious collage of dance-inspired motifs that bridge the past and present in a harmonious musical celebration.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

This Performance Will Be Livestreamed!

Can't make it in person? Watch the performance from the comfort of your own home. Access to the livestream is provided at no cost, but donations are always welcome and appreciated. Donations can be made at www.nocco.org/donate. Don’t forget to make sure you are subscribed to our mailing list to receive info about upcoming performances and events!

Program:

Johann Sebastian Bach - Jauchzet Gott in Allen Landen, BWV 51

Clarice Alfonso, Soprano

Ellen T. Zwilich*+ - Concerto Grosso 1985

Igor Stravinsky - Danses concertantes

Embark on a captivating musical odyssey as our winter solstice concert unfolds, presenting a harmonious fusion of masterpieces across eras. Johann Sebastian Bach's exultant Jauchzet Gott in Allen Landen, BWV 51 opens the performance, its intricate Baroque tapestry weaving soprano splendor into the orchestral fabric, exuding devotion and jubilation. Transitioning seamlessly, Ellen T. Zwilich's contemporary Concerto Grosso 1985 takes the stage, a vibrant interplay between soloists and ensemble, evoking a modernistic landscape through its intricate motifs and expressive contrasts. The journey crescendos with Igor Stravinsky's Danses concertantes, where neoclassical rhythms entwine with avant-garde flair, offering a vivacious collage of dance-inspired motifs that bridge the past and present in a harmonious musical celebration.

*POC or Woman Composer

+Living Composer

Program:

Jessie Montgomery*+ - Shift, Change, Turn

Marion Bauer*- Concertino for Oboe, Clarinet, and Strings

Selina Greso, oboe

Angelique Poteat, clarinet

Ludwig Van Beethoven - Symphony No. 4

Experience a mesmerizing journey through musical landscapes at our 2023-24 season’s opening concert. The performance begins with the dynamic Shift Change Turn by Jessie Montgomery, a modern masterpiece that weaves vibrant textures and rhythmic dynamism, reflecting the kaleidoscope of urban life. Marion Bauer's Concertino for Oboe, Clarinet and Strings follows, a harmonious dialogue between woodwind intricacies and string serenades, painting an exquisite interplay of melodies and timbres. Culminating the performance is Ludwig Van Beethoven's monumental Symphony No. 4, a symphonic masterpiece that traverses intricate motifs and emotional depths, a testament to Beethoven's genius and the power of human expression through music. Join us for an enchanting evening where contemporary dynamism meets timeless classics.

*POC or Woman composer

+Living composer

This performance will be livestreamed!

Can't make it in person? Watch the performance from the comfort of your own home. Access to the livestream is provided at no cost, but donations are always welcome and appreciated. Donations can be made at www.nocco.org/donate. Don’t forget to make sure you are subscribed to our mailing list to receive info about upcoming performances and events!

Program:

Jessie Montgomery*+ - Shift, Change, Turn

Marion Bauer*- Concertino for Oboe, Clarinet, and Strings

Selina Greso, oboe

Angelique Poteat, clarinet

Ludwig Van Beethoven - Symphony No. 4

Experience a mesmerizing journey through musical landscapes at our 2023-24 season’s opening concert. The performance begins with the dynamic Shift Change Turn by Jessie Montgomery, a modern masterpiece that weaves vibrant textures and rhythmic dynamism, reflecting the kaleidoscope of urban life. Marion Bauer's Concertino for Oboe, Clarinet and Strings follows, a harmonious dialogue between woodwind intricacies and string serenades, painting an exquisite interplay of melodies and timbres. Culminating the performance is Ludwig Van Beethoven's monumental Symphony No. 4, a symphonic masterpiece that traverses intricate motifs and emotional depths, a testament to Beethoven's genius and the power of human expression through music. Join us for an enchanting evening where contemporary dynamism meets timeless classics.

*POC or Woman composer

+Living composer