Department of Cultural Affairs

Taipei Chinese Orchestra

 Founded as the first professional Chinese orchestra in Taiwan in 1979, the Taipei Chinese Orchestra (TCO) has established a reputation for great versatility and artistic excellence. The orchestra annually touches the lives of nearly 100,000 music lovers. Besides giving more than 100 concerts every year, the TCO also shoulders the responsibility of arts education, presenting numerous school concerts as well as an extensive series of community concerts entitled "Bringing Arts to the Alleys." To date, the TCO has released nearly 100 recordings, several of which have been recognized with awards and nominations at the Golden Melody Awards for traditional and arts music. And its outstanding performances have consistently impressed audiences worldwide.

Moreover, the orchestra is also active in international exchange. The TCO has performed at major concert halls around the world, making its presence known in more than 20 countries across Europe, the United States, and Asia, garnering warm reception from music lovers. In February 2011, a U.S. tour arranged by the internationally renowned management company Opus 3 Artists made the TCO the first Chinese orchestra to be promoted by an international arts management company. Another milestone was achieved in November 2018 when the TCO became the first professional orchestra from Taiwan to perform at New York City's Carnegie Hall. 

From its humble beginnings in 1979, the TCO has progressed steadily on its musical journey over the past 45 years. It is a world-class orchestra that is devoted to forging the path forward to a new era of Chinese orchestral music.

TEL: (8862) 2383-2170 | FAX: (8862) 2311-9929

Address: No.53, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City 100005, Taiwan 

Transportation:

(1) TRTS Ximen Station, Exit No. 5

(2) Public buses: 9, 12, 25, 49, 52, 201, 202, 205, 206, 209, 212, 218, 221, 223, 231, 232, 233, 234, 235, 238, 239, 242, 243, 246, 249, 250, 252, 253, 259, 260, 262, 265, 281, 302, 304, 307, 310, 601, 604, 624, 628, 701