Welcome to MCO Season 16
2025-2026
Announcements and Updates
Join us for our Spring Concert!
We hope to see you at our final concert of the season, our Spring Concert on Wednesday, May 20th at 7:30pm at the Hamel Music Center. Thomas Kasdorf performs Beethoven’s iconic Emperor Piano Concerto while Madison Barrett shines with Mahler’s Rückert Lieder. Ryan Tani will lead the orchestra to conclude Season 16 with Stravinsky’s ferocious The Firebird.
For more details, visit the Season 16 page.
Season 17 is here!
We are thrilled to announce the lineup for MCO’s 17th season, 2026-2027. To see our stunning array of performers and repertoire, view the Seasons 17 page.
Announcing MCO Season 17!
Interested in auditioning for the MCO?
Please review the Prospective Members page to find the required excerpts and fill out the form to schedule an audition.
Young Artist Competition
“The MCO is exactly the kind of enterprise that makes the Madison area’s musical life so stimulating and joyous.”
John W. Barker, The Well-tempered Ear April 2018