The Grand Tour Orchestra, founded in 2006 by flutist Charles Brink, takes its name from the 18th-century traveler's quest for cultural enlightenment. This period-instrument ensemble, comprised of outstanding instrumentalists from all over North America, engages New York audiences with arresting programming - including masterpieces never heard in America's concert halls – and vigorous interpretations. The Grand Tour Orchestra, whom the New York Times called "willing and energetic, playing with an involved enthusiasm," offers audiences the whole spectrum of late 18th century music; from Galuppi to Jommelli, from the sons of J. S. Bach to Haydn and from Myslivecek to Mozart.




Music Director, Charles Brink

Violins
Claire Jolivet, concertmaster
Theresa Salomon
Owen Dalby
Marike Holmqvist
Aaron Brown
Amelia Roosevelt
Andrea Schultz

Viola
Jessica Troy,principal
Alissa Smith

Violoncello
Loretta O'Sullivan, principal
Lindy Clarke

Bass
John Feeney, principal

Harpsichord
Andrew Appel, principal

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