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June 11, 2020
Conference 2020 - Roadmap to Reopening: How We Will Gather and Bring People Back
The decisions as to when and how orchestra musicians will gather again – in rehearsal, for performances, and in smaller groups and large ones – are informed first and foremost by the health and safety of all participants. Musicians will come together to rehearse before doors are opened to concert halls and other public spaces, and the use of varied musical instruments has unique implications.
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June 12, 2020
Conference 2020: Finale with Valerie Coleman
Iconic flutist and composer Valerie Coleman shared inspiration and innovation for hope, harmony, and unity as we engage our communities. Through the lens of her own journey with music, she reflected on how artists address our shared humanity and the relationship of the arts to where we are today as a society. We also awarded the Gold Baton, the League's highest honor.
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May 26, 2020
Conference 2020 Keynote with Nina Simon: Re-envision Relevance to Build a More Inclusive Future
COVID-19 is challenging many of us to rethink how we lead, create, raise funds, program, and engage with audiences. If the pandemic is a portal (as Arundhati Roy puts it), where do we hope it will lead us? How can we reimagine and reinvent our organizations to be more relevant, equitable, and successful?
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June 4, 2020
Conference 2020 - So You Want to Know About Sensory-Friendly Programming?
Over the past five years, the Minnesota Orchestra and other symphonies have pioneered the development of sensory-friendly/relaxed orchestra performances. While these inclusive experiences have been well-received by audience members, staff, and musicians alike, this programming requires a commitment from the organization to develop an inclusive culture and adapt operations to effectively serve audiences with autism or neurodevelopmental disabilities.
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June 3, 2020
Conference 2020 - What is the Artistic Work of Orchestras for Today?
We live in a time of unprecedented creative variety and possibility, a surge of digital content and distribution, and new understandings of who gets to shape the orchestra experience. In this video of a session from a League Conference, we explore what it means for the artistic leadership of orchestras today, and what may need to change in order to seize the opportunities ahead.
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January 27, 2021
What’s Next for Orchestras?
2020 was a year like no other: the pandemic, America’s long-overdue reckoning with race, financial downturns, starkly divided politics. Facing COVID-19 shutdowns and stringent health regulations, orchestras found innovative ways to keep the music playing—even while reexamining their roles in a changing society.
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January 15, 2021
Newest Federal COVID-19 Relief Options (January 15, 2021)
The $900 billion COVID-19 relief package that was signed into law on December 27 offers new federal relief options for orchestras and musicians amid the COVID-19 crisis. Join us for a 60-minute webinar that is free for League members.
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February 2, 2021
Spotlight: Anwar Nasir
Anwar Nasir of Omaha Symphony answers a few questions about his career, the pandemic, and goals for the future.
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November 10, 2020
Balancing Acoustics and Physical Distancing as Orchestras Return to their Halls
When we gather to convey a message through music, both audiences and artists crave the full breadth of sound. As we return to live performances in our concert halls, we must balance the need to create a safe space for performers and audiences with artistic expression and acoustics.
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June 3, 2020
Your Orchestra and COVID-19 Federal Relief (April 1, 2020)
Join this free webinar for a topline overview of what is known as of now about paid leave requirements and relief, economic injury loans, payroll relief, and expanded unemployment benefits available for employees and independent contractors – and more.