Mission & Values

Our Mission

The purpose of the VCO is to provide an inclusive, musically enjoyable, educational, and culturally enriching performance opportunities for all members of the Vanderbilt University community while delivering high–quality music.

Our Beliefs and Commitments

We believe that music is essential to the well–being of both the individual and society at large. In addition, we also believe that it is beneficial for everyone to participate in a musical experience at a meaningful level, whether as the performer or the listener.

We commit to encouraging a non-competitive atmosphere. We will welcome anyone from the Vanderbilt community to audition and will not exclude or discriminate against anyone for race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age.