By Vivien Schweitzer Orchestras are experimenting with concerts that put audience members in close connection with the music—and the musicians. Concert newcomers find new approaches to classical music, and devotees gain fresh perspectives.
By Heidi Waleson New York City Opera had a storied history, a reputation for scrappy, innovative productions, its own orchestra and chorus, and a prominent home at Lincoln Center. A perfect storm of economic circumstances and cultural shifts raised red flags about its survival. But the board of directors failed to understand and embrace their …
By Jesse Rosen Organizational culture is key to retaining a capable and diverse workforce with low turnover and high employee satisfaction.
News, moves, and events in the orchestra industry. In this issue: Common Chords in Minnesota Star Maestro President’s Proposed Budget Eliminates Federal Funding for NEA, NEH Three New Women Composers Commissions from the League and ACO
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When the federal government closed over the holiday season, something extraordinary happened—and it wasn’t that this shutdown turned out to be the longest in the country’s history. What’s remarkable is that orchestras across the country immediately started offering free tickets to furloughed federal employees. (See story on page 56.) Free tickets were available not only …
How does an arts presenter increase name recognition and attract younger audiences? An article and video from The Wallace Foundation’s Building Audiences for Sustainability initiative show how the Boston-based World Music/CRASHarts built loyalty and name recognition among younger audiences by creating a new annual festival, rebranding, and using creative marketing techniques to encourage repeat attendance during its regular season.
Catalyst Fund to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion in American orchestras; Orchestra leaders to gather in Nashville, June 3-5, for League Conference;
League promotes women composers;
Volunteer Council supports orchestra volunteers across the U.S.; Abuzz: “The time…was so powerful that I expect to benefit for the rest of my life.”; Resources at your fingertips
A Glance at Innovations in the Field; Your Orchestra Needs Your Voice; Why EDI Matters in the Orchestra World; Maps Show Your Orchestra’s Reach;
Supporting Charitable Giving as New Tax Laws Hit Home;
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