THE RESONANCE ORCHESTRA

A curated international orchestra combining world-class performance with structured talent development.

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Behind every great orchestra are musicians who had access to the right opportunities at the right time.


Many equally talented musicians never do.

The Resonance Orchestra is created to help change this. We bring together professional performance and real opportunity so more musicians can step onto the international stage.

We are building this with musicians, educators, and supporters who believe that access to artistic opportunity should not depend on background or circumstance.

Why We Exist

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International Performance and Artistic Development

The Resonance Orchestra brings together leading professional musicians and emerging talent for high-level orchestral performances in major cultural cities across the United Kingdom, United States, Austria, and Germany.

Each project is both a public concert and a structured artistic development initiative.

Featured Artists

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    Carlo Antonioli

    CONDUCTOR

    Carlo Antonioli is a dynamic Australian conductor, working with major orchestras and championing new music. Known for his energy and versatility, he brings fresh perspective to every performance.

    Meet Carlo
  • Sofia Castillo

    Sofia Castillo

    FLUTE

    Sofia Castillo is a London-based flautist performing orchestral, chamber, and solo repertoire. She has worked with top UK orchestras, including the Philharmonia and London Philharmonic Orchestra.

    Meet Sofia
  • David Råberg-Schrello

    David Råberg-Schrello

    CELLO

    David Råberg-Schrello is a London-based cellist performing orchestral, chamber, and solo repertoire. He has worked with leading UK ensembles and founded Schrello Classic, reaching global audiences.

    Meet David
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    Nevena Atanasova

    FLUTE and PICCOLO

    Nevena Atanasova is a dynamic flute and piccolo player, performing widely as a soloist and ensemble musician. A passionate advocate for Bulgarian flute music, she brings energy and artistry to every stage.

    Meet Nevena
  • Arwyn Ivey double performing double bass

    Arwyn Ivey

    DOUBLE BASS

    Arwyn Ivey is a double bassist performing across orchestral, operatic, chamber, and contemporary stages. She appears regularly with leading ensembles and opera productions throughout the UK.

    Meet Arwyn
  • Mia Davison playing flute

    Mia Davison

    FLUTE

    Mia Davison is a UK-based classical flautist, soloist, and chamber musician from Buckinghamshire. She performs regularly in orchestral and recital settings, with experience across major UK ensembles and concert platforms

    Meet Mia

  • Grace Tushingham

    OBOE

    Grace Tushingham is an oboist and recipient of the Sir Elton John Award. She performs as a soloist and orchestral musician, with concerto and ensemble experience across the UK and Europe.

    Meet Grace
  • Guimel Alves playing oboe

    Guimel Alves

    OBOE

    Guimel Alves is a Brazilian musician and Citi Award winner. He is a Fellow of Sinfonia Smith Square and performs with leading UK ensembles including the CBSO, ASMF, Manchester Camerata, and London Sinfonietta.

    Meet Guimel
  • Colli Chan

    Colli Chan

    VIOLIN

    Colli Chan is a violinist specializing in chamber and orchestral performance. A graduate of Trinity Laban and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, she performs internationally as a soloist and ensemble musician.

    Meet Colli
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London 2026 — Resonance Orchestra Performance

Our next major project takes place in London, November 2026, bringing together professional orchestral musicians and emerging artists in a curated international performance.

Each Resonance Orchestra project is structured around a dual purpose:

  1. Artistic Performance: A fully professional international orchestral concert in a cultural venue.

  2. Talent Development: Structured opportunities for emerging musicians through mentorship, rehearsal integration, and performance exposure.

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HOW IT WORKS

We support emerging musicians who face barriers to professional artistic pathways through mentorship, performance exposure, and structured development opportunities.

Each concert supports a defined outcome

  • 1 Resonance Flagship Fellow per cycle

  • 3 rising musicians to the Global Discovery Talent group

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A dual-layer talent model

Global Discovery Talent Group

  • 3 rising musicians (Estimate £1,500 per musician)

  • Selected via partners, educators, and auditions

  • Receive training, mentorship, and instrument support

  • Engagement with the professional performance environment

Resonance Flagship Fellows

  • 1 elite musicians per cycle (Estimate £10,000 per musician)

  • Selected from the wider group

  • Receive intensive mentorship and professional integration

  • Integrated into select professional rehearsal and performance

WHY IT MATTERS

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For Musicians

  • Participation in a flexible, project-based international orchestra
  • High-level artistic collaboration in curated concert environments
  • Opportunity to engage with structured, purpose-driven projects
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For Partners

  • Shape the artistic vision of a high-level international ensemble
  • Access flexible performance and collaboration opportunities
  • Work directly with emerging talent in focused, low-admin settings
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For Audiences

  • Premium international concert experiences
  • Transparent connection between performance and cultural impact
  • Engagement with a living artistic development ecosystem

Grow. Perform. Thrive.

  • Expert Mentorship

    Musicians receive guidance from world-class artistic mentors. Each rehearsal and performance includes personalized feedback to refine technique, interpretation, and stage presence, helping students grow into confident, professional performers.

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  • Prestigious Performances

    Students perform in internationally recognized venues. These experiences strengthen applications to top conservatories and competitive university music programs, and give them firsthand experience of life on the professional stage.

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  • A Supportive Community

    Our ensemble fosters a nurturing environment where musicians collaborate with peers from leading conservatories worldwide. Members will grow artistically, socially, and professionally while forming lifelong musical networks.

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The Resonance Orchestra is composed of passionate musicians from world-leading music academies and conservatories.

 

Our Repertoire

Our programs develop ensemble skills, stage presence, and musical interpretation.

Our repertoire includes:

  • Masterworks from the Classical and Romantic periods

  • Chamber orchestra and full symphonic repertoire

  • Baroque works performed with historical accuracy and stylistic authenticity

  • Contemporary compositions by emerging composers

  • Collaborative projects with international artists

Each concert cycle is structured to strengthen ensemble skills, musical interpretation, professional stage presence, and gain experience in respected venues.

Our Philosophy

We believe music is connection, discipline, and artistic growth.

Music should:

  • Inspire emotional depth and expressive artistry

  • Encourage collaboration and ensemble awareness

  • Build confidence and professional portfolios through live performance

  • Support technical excellence and stylistic understanding

  • Connect performers and audiences meaningfully

Through professional rehearsals and performances, musicians cultivate refined artistry, personal expression, and ensemble maturity.

Developing Young Talent

We provide selective opportunities for young musicians to gain real-world experience.

Participants benefit from:

  • Develop orchestral and ensemble skills through structured rehearsals

  • Receive mentorship and constructive feedback from professional artists

  • Perform internationally in prestigious concert venues

  • Collaborate closely with conservatory-level peers

  • Build a professional portfolio with documentation and recommendations

Our programs prepare conservatory students and emerging musicians for competitive college admissions and prestigious professional performance opportunities worldwide.