Ensemble Orchestral Contemporain

**Ensemble Orchestral Contemporain** (EOC) is a dynamic French chamber orchestra dedicated to breathing fresh life into 20th- and 21st-century classical music. Founded in 2018 by composer Bruno Mantovani, the ensemble thrives on blending modern compositions with reimagined classics, like their chamber version of Mahler’s Fourth Symphony or Boulez’s avant-garde masterpiece *Le Marteau sans maître*. Known for collaborations with bold artists like conductor Jean Deroyer and violinist Alexandra Conunova, EOC champions underrepresented voices—from Edith Canat de Chizy’s evocative soundscapes to world premiere recordings like Sivan Eldar’s *Sept, les anges de Sinjar*. Their albums, often lauded with awards like the Diapason d’Or, showcase a knack for making complex contemporary works feel vivid and approachable. Whether tackling Adamek’s experimental vocals or Denisov’s haunting textures, EOC is all about pushing boundaries while keeping the energy electric.

Genres

Avant-garde

Chamber Music

Latest Release

Waves

Ensemble Orchestral Contemporain•

Bruno Mantovani

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released March 24, 2023