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April 3, 2024
Inclusive Cultures
Preview key insights from the attitudinal data supplied by 1936 musicians and 830 staff members working in these orchestras. Collectively, these insights provide an indicative overview of inclusion and belonging in U.S. orchestras today.
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April 12, 2018
Orchestra Boardroom: April 2018
A Note from Douglas Hagerman; Governance; Trends/Developments in Orchestras; Advocacy / Amplifying Your Orchestra's Voice; A Brief for Trustees of Member Orchestras; League Conference Features Sessions for Board Members
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August 13, 2020
It's About Time
The good news: more women are getting high-profile jobs conducting orchestras. The bad news: it’s not yet time to retire the phrase “glass ceiling” for once and for all. Will we get there, and if so, when?
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June 24, 2020
New Action on Charitable Giving Incentives, COVID-19 Relief, and Visa Policies
Policy Activity Ramping Up in the Weeks Ahead; Ask Your Senator to Cosponsor Universal Charitable Deduction Bill; League Calls for Improvements to Nonprofit Main Street Lending Program; The Latest Paycheck Protection Program Updates and League Webinar; Trump Administration Extends and Expands Certain Immigration Restrictions through 2020; Policy Updates for Nonprofits Self-Insuring for Unemployment Benefits
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April 16, 2021
Latest News on Shuttered Venue Operators Grants following White House Meeting
Until further notice, the Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to pause the implementation of the Shuttered Venue Operators Grants (SVOG) application portal as the agency fixes technology problems and revises the accompanying grant guidance.
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June 11, 2021
Conference 2021: Brand-Driven Innovations Work Harder for You
In 2020, your brand became more important than ever. When the pandemic began, a strong brand was a powerful asset for organizations navigating uncertain waters. Innovations, instead of being one-offs, cohered; brand-driven initiatives did their tactical jobs well—and built brand meaning. How do you proactively build a strong, resonant brand—a brand that not only fosters awareness, engagement, and support, but helps you innovate in a strategic, thoughtful, true-to-you manner?
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January 17, 2018
League at 75: Unsung Heroes
Volunteers have long been an important resource to the orchestra community.
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November 19, 2021
Emerging Challenges and Solutions in Orchestra Fundraising
In this 60-minute webinar, Bob Swaney, Founder & CEO of Robert Swaney Consulting, Inc., discusses new and emerging best practices for orchestra fundraising and actionable steps you can take toward financial sustainability as we look ahead to FY23.
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July 1, 2022
Songs of the Earth
Climate change is a major focus for composers writing for orchestra. The topic is taking on increased urgency, with a broad swath of new works demonstrating multiple approaches—and even finding reasons for hope.
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July 5, 2023
Conference 2023: Closing Luncheon and Plenary
Closing the Conference, Byron Stripling, Principal Pops Conductor of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, talks about his devotion to giving back and the power of music.