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January 14, 2022
Changing the Face of Volunteerism
Volunteer groups at orchestras are seeking younger and more diverse volunteers to better reflect today’s society and to connect their message and mission with their communities.
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January 14, 2022
Managing Change
Essentials of Orchestra Management has long been one of the League of American Orchestras’ signature professional-development courses: an immersive, intensive boot camp in how to succeed at running an orchestra. Now Essentials is getting an update, staying relevant to the present—and future—of orchestras.
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November 3, 2021
Anti-Asian Discrimination at American Orchestras
Musicians of Asian descent are visible on orchestra stages across the country, but their numbers do not reflect their voice, power, or influence, and many experience maltreatment or marginalization in their professional lives.
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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.
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November 3, 2021
The Score: Fall 2021
In this issue: Orchestras Mark 20th Anniversary of 9/11; Sounds of Summer; New Homes for Orchestras; Women Composers on the Map
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September 15, 2021
Advancing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Ensure your board reflects and champions EDI in your orchestra.
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September 15, 2021
Boards, Governance, and Racial Equity
As a board member of an orchestra, you play a critical role in shaping the equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) conversation for your organization. Cathy Trower, Chair of BoardSource and the former research director of the Harvard Graduate School of Education led this Trustee Constituency Meeting on Wednesday, September 30 to discuss board involvement in addressing racial equity, facilitated by Doug Hagerman, Board Chair, League of American Orchestras.
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September 7, 2021
Selecting Your Music Director
Undertake a careful search to find your artistic leader.
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September 7, 2021
Fundraising
Ensure adequate financial resources for your orchestra to fulfill its mission.
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September 7, 2021
Evaluating and Supporting Your CEO and Music Director
Provide moral and professional support to further the goals of your orchestra.