The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) released its 2023-24 season lineup and exciting collaborations.

This article features vocal related works only.

Mezzo-soprano Chrystal E. Williams performs in the featured world premiere of a new work for mezzo-soprano, accordion, and orchestra by John Glover and librettist Kelley Rourke.

Performance Date: October 25, 2023

Baritone Sidney Outlaw serves as soloist in the world premiere of Nina C. Young’s “Out of Whose Womb Came the Ice.” This work is co-commissioned work by ACO and Carnegie Hall.

Performance Date: November 9, 2023

“America in Weimar: On the Margins,” is led by Rei Hotoda. It explores the “United States’ influence on the pre-World War II Weimar period – and elements of that society that are echoed in our culture today.” Chrystal E. Williams performs in the featured world premiere of Tonia Ko’s “Breath, Untamed,” a new work for mezzo-soprano and accordion.

Performance Date: March 12, 2024

Huang Ruo and David Henry Hwang’s Opera “An American Soldier” makes its New York Premiere at the Perelman Arts Center in NYC. Carolyn Kuan conducts.

Performance Dates: May 12-19, 2024