Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra

10/24/2026

Some holiday traditions are worth starting. 🎄

This year, make hearing A Charlie Brown Christmas live part of yours.

Join us November 28 at The Orpheum for A Charlie Brown Christmas, featuring Mr. Chair and members of Madison Youth Choirs. Hear Vince Guaraldi Trio’s beloved album performed live in its entirety with orchestral string arrangements, alongside seasonal favorites for the whole family.

Last year’s performances nearly sold out, so don’t wait to start a new tradition.

🎟️Get your tickets today at bit.ly/4yZ4oE1

10/23/2026

Meet the soloists joining us for "Handel’s Messiah"!

With its soaring arias, powerful choruses, and the iconic “Hallelujah” Chorus, "Handel’s Messiah" has been a holiday tradition for generations. We’re excited to bring this beloved work to life with four wonderful soloists and Festival Choir of Madison.

Sarah Lawrence, soprano
Georgia Jacobson, alto (making her WCO "Handel's Messiah" debut!)
Gene Stenger, tenor
Andrew Garland, baritone

Join us November 20 at 7 PM or November 21 at 2 PM at Bethel Lutheran Church.

Get your tickets today through the link in our bio.

10/22/2026

A little look back at the last time pianist John Novacek joined us on stage! 🎹

We’re excited to welcome him back on November 13 for "Ravel Revelry," where he'll join our musicians on stage to perform Ravel’s "Piano Concerto in G" as well as Michael Daugherty’s "Le Tombeau de Liberace" a virtuosic, tongue-in-cheek tribute to showmanship.

Don’t miss John back in action with us! 🎟️ Get your tickets today at wcoconcerts.org/ravel

10/21/2026

We're so excited that “Endeavor” is up for consideration in two categories for GRAMMY® nominations! The categories being considered are Best Classical Compendium and Best Engineered Album, Classical. Check out News 3 Now / Channel 3000's interview with our CEO, Joe Loehnis.

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10/21/2026

Don't miss Handel's Messiah on November 20 at 7:00 PM and 21 at 2:00 PM! We're excited to partner with Festival Choir of Madison, Bethel Lutheran, and our guest soloists for another fun performance.

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra and the Festival Choir of Madison will perform George Frideric Handel’s Messiah at Bethel Lutheran Church in downtown Madison next month.

10/16/2026

Start your holiday season with a tradition that has stood the test of time. Composed in just 24 days, Handel’s "Messiah" has captivated audiences for centuries with its iconic “Hallelujah” Chorus, soaring melodies, and powerful storytelling. Inspired by religious texts but grounded in universal themes of hope, joy, and redemption, Messiah continues to bring people together year after year. For this performance the orchestra and choir are joined by Sarah Lawrence, soprano; Georgia Jacobson, alto; Gene Stenger, tenor; and Andrew Garland, baritone.

November 20 at 7:00 PM
November 21 at 2:00 PM
Bethel Lutheran Church, Madison

Get your tickets today at wcoconcerts.org/messiah

10/15/2026

Some holiday traditions are worth starting. 🎄

This year, make hearing "A Charlie Brown Christmas" live part of yours.

Join us November 28 at The Orpheum for "A Charlie Brown Christmas," featuring Mr. Chair and members of Madison Youth Choirs. Hear Vince Guaraldi Trio’s beloved album performed live in its entirety with orchestral string arrangements, alongside seasonal favorites for the whole family.

Last year’s performances nearly sold out, so don’t wait to start a new tradition.

🎟️Get your tickets today at bit.ly/4yZ4oE1

Mr. Chair Madison Youth Choirs Orpheum Madison

10/10/2026

Thank you for everyone who joined us for Transcendence! What a meaningful way to kick off our 26/27 indoor season and bring our fourth Musical Landscapes in Color album recording to life.

Congratulations to our soloists, pianist and composer Stewart Goodyear and our very own WCO Principal Flute Brandon LePage. We’re incredibly proud of our WCO musicians and the artistry they brought to the stage for this special performance. We were also thrilled to welcome composers Anthony Kelley, Brittany J. Green, and Quenton Blache to experience their music with us.

We can’t wait for you to hear the finished Transcendence album! Stay tuned 🎶

10/10/2026