The National Chamber Ensemble, a Society of internationally acclaimed Capital Area musicians who come together for outstanding performances of Chamber Music. The National Chamber Ensemble is a highly acclaimed American classical music ensemble known for its diverse and inclusive programming, featuring both classical and contemporary compositions . THE MISSION OF THE NATIONAL CHAMBER ENSEMBLE (NCE) IS TO ENTERTAIN AS WELL AS PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES TO APPRECIATE AND ENJOY THE ART OF CHAMBER MUSIC BY BRINGING TOGETHER PERFORMERS, AUDIENCES AND COMPOSERS. THE NCE PRODUCES HIGH QUALITY CHAMBER MUSIC PERFORMANCES FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC AT A REASONABLE COST. THROUGH OUR PERFORMANCES AND COMMISSIONS OF ORIGINAL MUSICAL WORKS, WE PRESENT A FULL RANGE OF CHAMBER MUSIC REPERTOIRE FROM THE CLASSICS TO THE CONTEMPORARY. THE MOST IMPORTANT GOAL OF THE NCE IS TO BUILD A SENSE OF CLOSENESS BETWEEN PERFORMERS AND AUDIENCE THAT ENHANCES THE FEELING OF COMMUNITY AND A DEEPER MUSICAL EXPERIENCE.