The Mito Chamber Orchestra

Japanese Classical Ensemble

The Mito Chamber Orchestra is a renowned Japanese chamber orchestra based in Mito, Ibaraki Prefecture. It was founded in 1990 by the conductor and composer Seiji Ozawa with the aim of creating a world-class ensemble that could contribute to the local community. The orchestra is known for its high level of artistic excellence and has attracted a number of distinguished conductors and soloists from around the world. They perform a wide repertoire that ranges from classical to contemporary works, often including both Western and Japanese compositions. The orchestra is also associated with the Art Tower Mito, an arts complex that includes a concert hall specifically designed for chamber music. The Mito Chamber Orchestra has made several recordings and has toured both domestically and internationally, earning acclaim for its precise and expressive performances.