April 13, 2022

Coda: More than a Voice

Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo is broadening the definition of the classical singer to include impresario, activist, organizer, and more.

July 1, 2022

Forward Together

The pandemic has been a time of unprecedented collaborative learning among orchestras. But the post-pandemic environment will require orchestras to go further, finding ways to integrate departmental goals and organizational aspirations with new clarity.

November 3, 2021

Conference 2021: Embracing a Changed World

The League of American Orchestras’ 2021 National Conference featured new ideas, new voices, new formats, new music, and drew thousands of orchestra professionals—all online.

July 1, 2022

Board Room: California States of Mind

Board chairs of seven California orchestras speak out about what they see as today’s most pressing issues—for their own orchestras and the field at large.

November 3, 2021

Forward Thinking: Power in Sharing

Arts organizations have long been dominated by the singular artistic leader at the top whose vision sets the course for the organization. As society changes and expectations for the sharing of power grow, that model is shifting in exciting ways. The Public Theater in New York is embracing a model of shared artistic leadership, with new voices and perspectives at the top—and is finding fresh success. What might orchestras learn? League President and CEO Simon Woods interviews Oskar Eustis, artistic director of the Public Theater.

January 14, 2022

New World Stages

Many emerging musicians were about to make their marks at orchestras nationwide when the pandemic hit. Some put their careers on pause, while others performed online or used the time to address issues of racial equity and social justice. As concert life gradually returns, what’s next for emerging musicians in today’s shifting landscape?

April 13, 2022

Board Room: The View from the Chair

Our tumultuous era presents an opportunity for board chairs to lead their orchestras in rebuilding and renewing their organizations. What do today’s leaders expect as they look forward?

January 27, 2021

The Score: Winter 2021

News and updates from orchestras everywhere. In this issue: League helps secure federal COVID-19 relief package that includes support and resources for orchestras; concert halls and performing arts centers serve as polling places and orchestra musicians play as voters cast their ballots; orchestras perform in parks, drive-ins, and an airport hangar; advancing the careers of women in classical music.

June 28, 2021

The Score: Summer 2021

January 14, 2022

Time Signatures

Composers have never shied from difficult subject matter or recent tragedies, but the period that began in March 2020 has been particularly challenging. Five creators share how they are documenting, reflecting, and responding with new orchestral works.