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

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.

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.

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.

June 28, 2021

At the League: How Can We Help?

June 11, 2021

Conference 2021: Technology Challenges and Solutions Facing Orchestras During and After COVID

Moderated by Henry Fogel, a small group of building design professionals discussed solutions regarding the challenges related to social distancing and other effects of the pandemic.

January 14, 2022

Coda: The Virtual Violin

Ray Chen isn’t your standard violin virtuoso. He has carved out a distinctive profile with a longstanding embrace of social media, aiming to make classical music more accessible, more relatable— and still brilliant. Here, Chen writes about how his latest digital project expanded his idea of what a musical community can be.

April 13, 2022

Festivals on the Move

Summer music festivals continue to adapt and change as they implement fresh approaches to concerts—in person and online.

April 28, 2021

The Score: Spring 2021

June 28, 2021

The Score: Summer 2021