Our Mission
Our mission is to create a vibrant college and community-based orchestra that delivers world-class performances, fosters excellence in musical education, and enriches the region’s cultural landscape. By offering a diverse repertoire, ranging from classical to contemporary works, we seek to engage a wide and varied audience with a particular focus on communities that are traditionally underserved or underrepresented in the world of orchestral music. The orchestra will serve as a platform for established musicians and emerging talent, providing opportunities for artistic growth, collaboration, and mentorship. Through these efforts, we aim to enhance the region’s cultural vitality and strengthen community connections through the power of music.
The Denver Chamber Orchestra is dedicated to delivering the highest caliber of classical music performance, driven by the new generation of talented musicians. Through membership in our orchestra, young musicians gain critical experience that nurtures their artistic development and helps them achieve their future career aspirations. As a Denver-based ensemble, we are committed to enriching the local community by sharing the beauty of classical music and providing a platform for young artists to grow regardless of their socio-economic, political, and cultural backgrounds. We aim to create an inclusive and immersive learning environment through our internship program for high school juniors and seniors specializing in classical music. This program allows young musicians to collaborate with active professionals and college students, performing professional-level orchestral repertoire while gaining valuable insight and mentorship from experienced members of the musical community. Our mission is to fill a vital role in the local cultural landscape by offering a high-level orchestral experience that brings classical and contemporary orchestral repertoire to the forefront and provides an avenue for young musicians to enter the world of professional music. By fostering a vibrant, young, artistic community in Denver and across Colorado, we aim to strengthen cultural ties and serve as a vital source of education and innovation within the region.
Our Vision
Who we are


Ana Vashakmadze
Antoni Krej
Artistic DIrector
Chief Executive Director
Musicians
Violin
Eva Toncheva – Concertmaster
Alayna McNeil
Ansel Klucsor
Kate Kaczmarek
Timo Cruz-Leyva
Bryant denmark
Grace Oliver
Ansel Klucsor
Viola
Sebastian Saiz-Harrison
Gregory Moix
Eledii Clark
Cello
Tim Sachtleben
Paul Trainor
Emily Torkelson
Kristian Dillon
Lauren Doupe
Hudson Schill
Double bass
Ashley White
Flute
Ellie Colson
Justise Liu
Oboe
Mason Sangster
Rosy Barba
Gabby Gillspie
Clarinet
Michael Dirnberger
Alec Saeva
Mason Sangster
Kaitlyn Rosling
Bassoon
Luca Dovalina
Mio Yamauchi
Sara Fortunato
Filip Aleshire
Daniel Rosson
Harp
Anastasia Arango
Mia Butler
Trumpet
Antoni Krej
Eviatar Schlosberg
Tyler Mcintosh
French Horn
Zachary Regin
Lee Cyphers
Delaney Sutherland
Cooper Donley
Trombone
Nathan Smith
Christian Baeck
Keefe Rainier Ismael
Antonio Ricafort
Jackson Strahan
Tuba
Sam Funk
Percussion
Chimera Cameron
Evan Depaolo