Orchestres et l'Opéra
BIT20 Ensemble
BIT20 Ensemble is a leading ensemble in the Nordics for the development and performance of contemporary music. With exceptional musicians mainly from the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and close ties with an innovative, internationally established composer community, we have a solid foundation for the future.
BIT20's history includes over 400 performed works, and more than 100 commissioned pieces.
BIT20 Ensemble is a leading ensemble in the Nordics for the development and performance of contemporary music. With exceptional musicians mainly from the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra and close ties with an innovative, internationally established composer community, we have a solid foundation for the future.
BIT20's history includes over 400 performed works, and more than 100 commissioned pieces. Modern art music, orchestral works, and opera are part of the ensemble's repertoire. We also focus on developing and inspiring artistic interest among children and youth, engaging more than ten thousand children in various outreach projects since 2007.
BIT20 is based in Bergen, with offices in Grieghallen, and has a small administration of five people both full time and part-time. The Sinfonietta consists of 17 members.