At the Cañon City Chamber Orchestra, our essence has been deeply rooted in the rich harmonies of string instruments. However, we are on a thrilling journey to broaden our musical spectrum and showcase a diverse array of talents. Our goal is to embrace and feature musicians who play wind, brass, percussion, and other instruments, enriching our performances with a wider variety of musical colors and textures.

A Call to Local Musicians

Expanding Our Musical Family
In the heart of Cañon City, our orchestra is embarking on an exciting musical journey, and we're looking for fellow travelers. If your musical talents extend beyond the traditional string ensemble, your unique abilities are exactly what we're seeking. Under the guidance of our conductor—an accomplished composer and arranger with a keen interest in diversifying our musical repertoire—we're eager to welcome a wider variety of instruments into our fold. This initiative isn't just about expanding our numbers; it's about enriching our collective sound with the distinct flavors and textures that your instrument brings. Join us in this creative endeavor to fuse a broad spectrum of musical styles and influences, enhancing our performances and offering an engaging experience for our audiences.

A Special Highlight in May

Uniting Strings and Organ
This May, we are thrilled to invite you to a landmark event in the history of the Cañon City Chamber Orchestra. For the first time, we will grace the stage at the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, a venue renowned not just for its acoustic brilliance but also for housing a magnificent pipe organ. This concert is set to be an extraordinary celebration of musical harmony, featuring a talented organist alongside our string ensemble. The collaboration aims to explore the dynamic interplay between the lush, intricate textures of strings and the grand, sweeping power of the organ. This performance is a vivid illustration of our dedication to exploring the vast possibilities within orchestral music, promising an unforgettable auditory experience that reverberates with the soul of our community.

Embracing Musical Diversity

Winds, Brass, Percussion, and Soloists Featured in Our Performances
As we look to the future, our vision for the Cañon City Chamber Orchestra is one of vibrant musical diversity. Our concerts will proudly showcase the full spectrum of orchestral instruments—from the warm, enveloping sound of woodwinds and the clear, commanding presence of brass to the dynamic energy of percussion and even the distinctive tones of less conventional orchestral instruments. Our commitment to featuring a broad array of musical instruments reflects our desire to create performances that are as varied and lively as the community we serve. By highlighting the unique talents of individual musicians, we not only enrich our collective sound but also broaden our repertoire, embracing compositions that span genres and eras. This inclusive approach to music-making is at the heart of our mission, as we strive to create a space where every note and nuance can be celebrated.

We believe that every instrument has a story to tell and a color to add to our musical canvas. By welcoming musicians from all backgrounds and disciplines, the Cañon City Chamber Orchestra aims to build an inclusive and versatile ensemble that reflects the full range of musical possibilities. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey, and help us turn our vision of a rich, diverse orchestral experience into reality.