About The KCO
Welcome to the web site of The Knickerbocker Chamber Orchestra,
a professional chamber orchestra under the direction of Gary S. Fagin, serving the Lower Manhattan community.
The orchestra's mission is to
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Perform classical orchestral repertoire in the part of New York City where 17th-, 18th- and 19th-century history is most present
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Offer interactive educational outreach programs
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Provide classical music ensembles for downtown events.
"The Lower Manhattan community has demonstrated great resilience in the aftermath of 9/11. It has been especially inspiring to see a locally rooted cultural organization like the Knickerbocker Chamber Orchestra grow and enrich our community during this challenging redevelopment phase.
We wholeheartedly commend the Knickerbocker Chamber Orchestra for its contributions to cultural life in Lower Manhattan. CB1 has strongly advocated for additional cultural resources in our community and your orchestra helps us towards our goal of forging an identity for Lower Manhattan as a major cultural center. We wish you continued success."
- Julie Menin, chairperson of Community Board 1
This photograph of the Knickerbocker Chamber Orchestra was taken by Adam Hume on October 1 after the KCO concluded a performance at Trinity Church.