Conference 2026: Opening Session
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.
2026 Conference Orientation
Watch this free online orientation to learn the ins and outs of what will be happening in June during the Conference.
Protected: Shaping a Positive Musical Learning Environment for Youth
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Every Student, Every Voice—Creating Culturally Responsive Music Programs
This on-demand interactive workshop explores culturally responsive teaching principles, with insights from artists and educators applying them across diverse settings, and includes practical strategies for designing programs.
Effective Orchestra Governance: Additional League Resources and Endnotes
Explore a wealth of resources here related to the League publication, Effective Orchestra Governance: A Guide for Boards, Second Edition.
Spotlight: Chuck Dickerson
Learn more about Chuck Dickerson’s work, his vision, and what continues to inspire him.
Protected: Evolving Your Brand to Build Emotional Connection, Trust, and Audiences
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Evolving Your Brand to Build Emotional Connection, Trust, and Audiences
This 60-minute webinar shares how to develop a complementary, “top-down” verbal and visual brand strategy that will enable you to promote your whole organization, showcase your unique concert experience, and sell offerings that won’t sell themselves.
Protected: Virtual Town Hall: March 2026
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Creative Expression, Caring Relationships, and Career Pathways
This report from The Wallace Foundation identifies long-term benefits of youth participation in community arts programs, from well-being to future trajectories