Connecting
The ABO connects member to member and the wider industry through networking opportunities, keeping them well-informed and up-to-date with best practice to help build resilience and financial sustainability
The ABO represents the collective interests of professional orchestras, youth ensembles and the wider classical music industry throughout the UK.
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) has strongly welcomed the permanent extension of the higher 45% rate of Orchestra Tax Relief, announced in today’s Spring Budget statement.
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) has expressed deep concern at the recently announced Birmingham City Council cuts and the impact this will have on the cultural offer and associated, proven benefits of a thriving arts and music sector in Birmingham.
Announced at a live event at the Bristol Beacon on the evening of Wednesday 24 January, the award ceremony also revealed the winners of the refreshed 2024 ABO Classical Music Awards, which celebrated the work of Scottish Ensemble, the Recruiting Classical consortium, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic’s Music & Health team and Manchester Camerata’s Principal Flute and Resident Music Therapist, Amina Hussain.
SMMs are one of the ABO’s key services that are most valued by members.
Each group of managers meets twice a year to discuss topical issues and hear from pertinent speakers.
Tuesday March 26th, 2024