Envision Archive: October 2020
The League of American Orchestras serves as a thought leader, promoting the ideas and ideals that will help orchestras adapt and thrive in the future—among them, artistic vibrancy, healthy cultures, civic engagement, racial equity, and social justice.
Join us in envisioning and creating a vibrant future for the orchestra field by exploring a specially curated collection of resources and articles that are designed to inspire and provoke thought and action.
This collection will change periodically and feature guest curators so be sure to check back in from time to time!
Beethoven Has a First Name
It's a question of equity
Beethoven Has a First Name
Letter to Washington
What orchestras need to thrive
Letter to Washington
A World More Embracing
An essay by the League's President and CEO
A World More Embracing
Racial Inequity
The League looks at its past, present, and future
Racial Inequity
Art as Activism
"If you have something to say, we need you now."
Art as Activism
It’s About Time
Women on the podium
It’s About Time
Empowering Talent
The new generation of leaders in our field
Empowering Talent
The Messiah Project
True community collaboration
The Messiah Project
Talking About Mental Health
Opening the dialogue for a healthy future
Talking About Mental Health
Eco-friendly Orchestras
Facing up to climate change
Eco-friendly Orchestras
Planning for the Long Term
Toolkit for navigating uncertain times
Planning for the Long Term
A Movement Not a Moment
A powerful message from Kev Choice and the San Francisco Symphony
A Movement Not a Moment
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