The League of American Orchestras announced today that it received $2.1 million from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to continue work through the League’s Catalyst Fund, a grantmaking program designed to develop and strengthen equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) practices in American orchestras.
In This Issue: Act Now: Arts and Recovery; Shuttered Venues Grants Enter Supplemental Phase; U.S. to Lift International Travel Restrictions in Early November
In Latinx Heritage Month, also known as Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15), and throughout the year, the League of American Orchestras honors the Latinx composers, conductors, musicians, and administrators who have contributed immeasurably to the field and art form.
National Arts in Education Week takes place September 12 through 18 this year, and as always the League invites orchestras to join in celebrating and promoting the importance of music education that takes place within schools.
Your voice has made a real difference as Congress shapes relief and recovery resources, and it’s time to be heard once again! In the coming weeks, Congress will finalize the contents of massive legislative vehicles intended to build the nation’s infrastructure and provide resources to support recovery amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This legislation is being called a once-in-a-generation investment in U.S. infrastructure and growth.
The world is sadly aware of the events in Afghanistan and of the danger faced by women, girls, journalists, and all those who helped the Americans during the war. Less visible is the danger faced in Afghanistan by musicians of all ages, and the Taliban’s history of denying the human right of access to music and music-making.
Next Phase Begins for Shuttered Venue Operators Grants; Threats to Shorten Employee Retention Tax Credit as Access Improves; Webinar Ahead: U.S. Visas and COVID-19 Travel Restrictions; How to Play Your Part this Month
Seven new board members have joined the Board of Directors of the League of American Orchestras. Additionally, seven ex-officio members will serve on the Board for the 2021-22 fiscal year.
Orchestras are at the epicenter of American artistic ingenuity. Our new series of periodic media briefings spotlights the stories and trends you might have missed, highlighting the spirit of innovation found at orchestras across the country.
With a mobile, state-of-the-art shipping container as a stage, the New York Philharmonic partnered with six organizations and more than 100 artists to present four weekend-long festivals across New York City and deepen their connection with communities as part of NY Phil Bandwagon 2.