The Bangkok Charity Orchestra (BCO) is the first orchestra to be committed to raising funds for charities in Thailand. Since its establishment at the beginning of 2010, BCO has aimed to support well-respected charities and promote classical music while at the same time serve as a platform for aspiring musicians to perform to a high standard. It has so far raised more than 700,000 baht for various charitable causes. Directed by Chulayuth Lochotinan, an Oxford-trained engineer and an enthusiastic conductor who was involved in several fund raising concerts while studying and working in the UK, BCO consists of talented musicians, both music professionals and experienced amateurs. For more information, please visit www.charityorchestra.org [Updated on January 26, 2011]