Since its founding in 1982, The COT has had a clear mission.

The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle's foremost objective is to present performances of extraordinary quality, including works rarely performed.  A core goal of the orchestra is to create performance and educational opportunities for some of the nation's most talented emerging musicians. 

Artistic Director and Conductor

Lorenzo Muti

Board of Directors

Honorary Board Members

Eva Eliel*
Leonard Gettes
Thomas Kenan III
Joseph Kitchen

*Deceased

Patricia Owens
Robert Ward*
Charles Weiss*
Shirley Weiss*

Executive Director

Niccoló Muti

Administrative Assistant

Deirdre Zasorin-White

Personnel Manager

Erin Munnelly