About Us

Mission

The ABO exists to support, promote and advance the interests and activities of professional orchestras in the UK.

Our vision is of a society where orchestral music is valued as a core component of contemporary culture

The key objectives of the Association cover four areas of activity:

The ABO exists:

to be an advocate for the orchestral profession of the UK, ensuring that the voice of British orchestras is heard by all relevant parties.
to provide the principal forum through by which members communicate collectively with each other to facilitate shared knowledge, collaborative initiatives and problem solving.
to provide accurate, timely and comprehensive information on issues and events that impact on the management, development and legal responsibilities of orchestras.
to provide and enable training and continuing professional development opportunities for all levels of orchestral management