Brooklyn Philharmonic
The Brooklyn Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra, commonly known as the Brooklyn Philharmonic, is an American orchestra based in the borough of Brooklyn, in New York City. It has been called "groundbreaking" and “one of the most innovative and respected symphony orchestras of modern times.”
Like the London Symphony Orchestra and the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, the Brooklyn Philharmonic is considered "freelance" in that its musicians are not employed full-time, but rather are paid on a per-performance basis. The Philharmonic has long enjoyed a reputation for championing new music and for ambitious, innovative programming.
In addition to performing the so-called classical “standards,” the Brooklyn Philharmonic has commissioned an impressive 65 new works from living composers as well, and has debuted 166 world premiers.
The orchestra’s administrative offices are located in the artistic enclave of Dumbo in downtown Brooklyn.
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