Australian Art Orchestra

The Australian Art Orchestra (AAO) is recognised locally, nationally and internationally as a bold leader, a pioneer in its field; playing a vitally important role in developing music that is truly contemporary, and identifiably Australian in its character.

The AAO was designed to break down the barriers between jazz and classical music, between improvised and composed music, even those between western and non-western music, for the benefit of listeners and practitioners alike.

The AAO is a key organisation of the Australia Council's music board.