Our Story
Renowned for its artistic excellence, remarkable versatility of musical styles, and adventurous programming, The COT is a dynamic orchestral ensemble of 40+ musicians hailing from all parts of North Carolina. Led by Principal Conductor & CEO Niccoló Muti, The COT often features classical music’s foremost up and coming talents. Today, it is considered one of the finest professional ensembles in North Carolina and the Southeast.
Mission
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle's foremost objective is to present performances of extraordinary quality, including works rarely performed. A core goal of the orchestra is to create performance and educational opportunities for some of the nation's most talented emerging musicians.
History
The COT began as St. Stephen’s Chamber Orchestra in 1982 under the direction of violist George Taylor. Founding members included Thomas Kenan, Mary and James Semans, and Joseph Kitchen.
Office Staff
Artistic Director​​ & CEO
Director of Marketing & Patron Services​
Education & Community Engagement Coordinator​
Additional Staff
​Green Bean Counters
Accounting and Bookkeeping​
Board of Directors
Executive Committee
David Lindquist
President
Fred Goldwater
Treasurer
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Chris Martin
Vice Chair
Lenore Behar
Chair Emerita
Andy McCracken
Chair
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Gretchen Hogg-O'Briant
Vice Treasurer
Judith Yarbrough
Secretary
Directors
Phil Cooley
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Marc Dinitz​
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Mary Flanagan
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Sarah Hill
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​Frances Gravely
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Jeanette Cone Kimmel
Florence Ko
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Duncan Lascelles
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Stuart Mabie
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Brandon Robinson
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Shiva Sinha
Francine Warwick
Honorary Members
Banks Anderson
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Nancy Anderson*
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Lynnette Campbell
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William Campbell
Past Chair
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George Evans
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Eva Eliel*
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Debbie Finn
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*deceased
Leonard Gettes
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Thomas Kenan III
Joseph Kitchen
Mary Morrow
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Patricia Owens*
Robert Ward*
Charles Weiss*
Shirley Weiss*