Johannes Debus | Orchestra Members | Audio Interviews


The COC Orchestra is the oldest opera orchestra in Canada, and has received worldwide acclaim. Created in 1977, the orchestra has a permanent membership of more than 50 instrumentalists.


Critical Acclaim

“It’s hard to imagine anyone doing better justice to the music. The orchestra, led by 34-year-old German conductor Johannes Debus, captures every nuance of Prokofiev’s rich score.” Toronto Star

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To Audition

Interested in auditioning to become a member of the COC Orchestra? Call the Administrative Assistant to the Music Department at 416-363-6671.


Music Director Johannes Debus and the COC Orchestra. Photo: Michael Cooper © 2009


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