The FWCO has decided to attempt to carry on the tradition with our annual Holiday Carol Writing Contest for the 2020-2021 season. This event is open to all 4th-6th grade students, individuals, or collaborations, to compose a Holiday song. The winners and often some runners up have had their songs arranged for voice and full orchestra and performed on our …
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Chamber Music with FWCO | Summer Reading Program
If you’re feeling cooped and have a deep-seated desire to make music with friends, both old and new, we can’t wait to hear from you! Join the Fort Worth Civic Orchestra as we adapt to changing circumstances due to COVID. This summer, we’re matching up like-minded musicians to make music in new (and old) ways. Interested? Join us now. Sign …
Entries Open for 2020 Young Musician’s Concerto Competition
Fort Worth Civic Orchestra’s annual Young Musician’s Concerto Competition is open for entries. Each year the FWCO hosts some of the brightest rising stars in the Fort Worth music community. With the generous support of Dr. William Chambers, entrants vie for cash prizes and the opportunity to perform with the Fort Worth Civic Orchestra. It is open to students in …
2019 FWCO Holiday Carol Writing Competition Winner
Over the years, the presentation of these student composed holiday themed songs has become the highlight of our annual Teddy Bear Concerts. Each year we are amazed at the creativity and skill shown by our student composers and wish we could present each to our audience. We also appreciate the effort made by the teachers to do that ‘little extra’ …