Matthew Sheppard, Director
The University Chamber Orchestra is a 30- to 40-member ensemble of strings, woodwinds, and horns that specializes in Baroque, Classical, and 20th-century repertoire for smaller orchestra. The group presents three concerts each year, often pairing a major symphony by a Classical composer with an overture, suite, or concerto for similar forces. The Chamber Orchestra also serves as the pit ensemble for the Department’s annual collaboration with the Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company.
Membership is by competitive audition at the beginning of each Autumn Quarter and is open to current undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff, UChicago alumni, and community members.
Rehearsals
- Mondays, 7:00-9:30 p.m.
Auditions
Students interested in joining the University Chamber Orchestra must complete a remote instrumental audition. Please visit the Auditions page for complete information including audition requirements.