Learn about two orchestra case studies illustrating the journey from having only occasional touchpoints with students to developing a sustained youth pathway program by partnering with other organizations in the community.
This interactive session explored how orchestras across the country are reimagining their audition and tenure practices.
This highly interactive session presented a practical flow for donor conversations, transforming the “ask” into a guided dialogue that builds trust.
Learn from fresh examples of how orchestras and partners are literally putting the arts on the map, centering live events as a community asset, and working to protect human creativity and performances as technology rapidly advances.
Conference 2026’s Closing Session featured pianist and NPR host Lara Downes and jazz musician and composer Arturo O’Farrill in performance and conversation, as well as the presentation of the League’s Gold Baton award to David Hyslop.
Conference 2026’s Opening Session featured youth performances, a keynote given by arts and culture leader Deborah Rutter, and the presentation of the League’s Gold Baton award to the Sphinx Organization.
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Thirty-six orchestra and arts professionals will participate in Essentials of Orchestra Management, the League of American Orchestras’ premier leadership development program.
Watch this free online orientation to learn the ins and outs of what will be happening in June during the Conference.