We inspire audiences, nurture emerging talent, support exceptional musicians, reach new and underserved communities, and demonstrate the enduring value of live classical music as a force for culture, learning, wellbeing and human connection.
Our Mission & Vision
Our Purpose
The Future We Are Building
Our Mission
The English Chamber Orchestra exists to deliver performances of the highest artistic quality while expanding access to classical music through education, outreach, international collaboration and audience development.
Our Vision
To shape the future of chamber music by making world-class classical performance more relevant, accessible and meaningful for today’s society and future generations.
Building on our distinguished heritage and legacy, we aim to strengthen the English Chamber Orchestra’s role as a global ambassador for British and European cultural excellence—using music to inspire, educate, connect communities and enrich human experience.
Our Strategic Priorities
Artistic Excellence
To protect and advance the highest standards of performance, programming, recording and creative collaboration.
Audiences and Access
To reach more people across generations, cultures and geographies—within concert halls, through digital and recorded media, and beyond traditional cultural spaces.
The Next Generation
To create pathways from first encounter to first professional opportunity for children, young people, emerging conductors, composers, performers and artistic leaders.
International Cultural Leadership
To carry British musical excellence across borders, develop meaningful international collaborations and strengthen the ECO’s role within global cultural life.
Sustainable Partnerships
To build long-term relationships with audiences, donors, patrons, sponsors, foundations, commissioners and creative partners who share our commitment to music’s future.
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