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New Century Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1992 in San Francisco, California. The ensemble is known for its innovative programming and its commitment to performing works by living composers. Over the years, New Century Orchestra has become one of the most respected and acclaimed chamber orchestras in the United States. The founding of New Century Orchestra was the result of a collaboration between several musicians who were interested in creating a new kind of chamber orchestra. The group was led by violinist Stuart Canin, who had previously been the concertmaster of the San Francisco Symphony. Canin was joined by several other musicians, including violist Anna Kruger, cellist David Kadarauch, and bassist Stephen Tramontozzi. Together, they formed the core of the ensemble and began to develop their unique approach to chamber music. One of the key features of New Century Orchestra is its commitment to performing works by living composers. From the beginning, the ensemble has made it a priority to commission new works and to showcase the music of contemporary composers. This has helped to establish New Century Orchestra as a leading advocate for new music in the classical world. Over the years, New Century Orchestra has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the United States and around the world. The ensemble has been featured at the Lincoln Center in New York City, the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. They have also performed at major festivals such as the Tanglewood Music Festival and the Aspen Music Festival. One of the highlights of New Century Orchestra's career was their performance at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece. The ensemble was invited to perform at the opening ceremony of the games, where they played a piece by Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis. The performance was broadcast to millions of viewers around the world and helped to raise the profile of the ensemble. In addition to their performances, New Century Orchestra has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. The ensemble has been nominated for several Grammy Awards and has won several ASCAP Awards for their commitment to new music. They have also been recognized for their educational outreach programs, which bring classical music to underserved communities. Today, New Century Orchestra continues to be a leading force in the classical music world. The ensemble is led by music director Daniel Hope, who has been with the group since 2016. Under Hope's leadership, New Century Orchestra has continued to push the boundaries of classical music and to showcase the work of living composers. With their innovative programming and commitment to excellence, New Century Orchestra is sure to remain a major force in the classical music world for years to come.

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