Artistic Programs
In This SectionThe League of American Orchestras champions the great music of the past, with a steadfast commitment to the new and Black, Brown, and female-identifying voices that will shape and re-imagine our artform in the future. Through the League’s flagship artistic programs—the Ford Musician Awards, Bruno Walter National Conductor Preview, and Virginia B. Toulmin Orchestral Commissions Program for women composers—we raise the visibility of exceptional composers, conductors, and musicians. Members of artistic constituency groups regularly come together throughout the year to share, discuss, challenge, and support each other in conversations around the pressing topics of today; paving the way for a stronger, highly informed, and resilient orchestral ecosystem.
Conducting
Repertoire & Commissions
Bruno Walter National Conductor Preview
Composing
These programs are administered in partnership with key organizations including New Music USA, the American Composers Orchestra, & member orchestras.
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Virginia B. Toulmin Orchestral Commissions Program
Directly supports the professional development of women composers and their creation of new orchestral works.
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EarShot
A national network that features public readings of new orchestral works.
Musicians
The League honors orchestral musicians with programs supported by Ford Motor Company Fund, while working to increase diversity on stage through NAAS.
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Ford Musician Awards for Excellence in Community Service
Recognizes orchestra musicians and the essential work they do in their communities. The program is made possible by Ford Motor Company Fund.
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Ford Musician Impact Fund
The Ford Musician Impact Fund will assist musicians in need of hardware and accessories to make their digital presence stronger.
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National Alliance for Audition Support
The Alliance is an unprecedented national initiative to increase diversity in American orchestras.
Questions?
Please contact David Styers, Director, Learning and Leadership Programs, at dstyers@americanorchestras.org.
Banner: Washington Idaho Symphony, performing during its 48th season (2019-20). Photo: courtesy of Washington Idaho Symphony.
Musicians section: The Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra has pivoted to a completely virtual season. Pictured: Allyson Royal, Violist. Photo: Perrone Ford
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