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April 13, 2022
Cementing Flexibility
Will the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra’s new collective-bargaining agreement, with more flexible work rules, usher in permanent changes in how orchestras and musicians work together?
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January 14, 2022
Managing Change
Essentials of Orchestra Management has long been one of the League of American Orchestras’ signature professional-development courses: an immersive, intensive boot camp in how to succeed at running an orchestra. Now Essentials is getting an update, staying relevant to the present—and future—of orchestras.
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November 14, 2022
Attracting, Retaining, and Engaging Top Talent
Webinar recording; registration required.
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July 5, 2023
Conference 2023: “Americanizing the American Orchestra” at 30: A History and a Provocation
The history of a seminal report addressing major issues facing the field, as well as reflections on it and visions for our collective future.
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November 3, 2021
Anti-Asian Discrimination at American Orchestras
Musicians of Asian descent are visible on orchestra stages across the country, but their numbers do not reflect their voice, power, or influence, and many experience maltreatment or marginalization in their professional lives.
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June 15, 2022
Conference 2022: Closing Session
Closing the Conference, Thomas Wilkins, Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, shared his unique perspectives on the importance of connecting with audiences, engaging children in orchestral music, and committing to local communities.
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November 14, 2022
Attracting, Retaining, and Engaging Top Talent
A 60-minute webinar with Advisory Board of the Arts sharing what employees want, and what they are willing to trade-off.
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June 15, 2022
Conference 2022: Silver Linings from the Golden State: Stories of Collaboration within California’s Orchestra Community
Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) executive director Sarah Weber and several ACSO member orchestras share inspiring stories of collaboration within California’s orchestra community, outline key lessons learned, and discuss how their vision and plans for their orchestras have evolved as they look optimistically to the future.
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April 13, 2022
Conference Preview : Forward Together
This June, the League’s 77th National Conference will take place in person, bringing the orchestra field together for the first time in three years. What’s in store?
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July 1, 2022
Leading Perspectives
What do orchestra managers need to succeed today? A new book, Orchestra Management Handbook: Building Relationships in Turbulent Times, offers a guide to a career in this demanding, rewarding profession.