Membership of the Association of British Orchestras is open to all those working within and to support the orchestral sector.  There are four categories for membership of the ABO listed below.  To view a list of current members click on the links below.

FULL membership is open to professional orchestras and ensembles which have existed for not less than two years in the UK, and have undertaken no fewer than 24 public performances.

ASSOCIATE members include those who have not yet fulfilled the requirements of full membership, as well as conservatoires, music colleges, youth orchestras and overseas orchestras.

CORPORATE membership is available to organisations with related interests to the orchestral sector, who share the ABO's aims and objectives and wish to be kept up-to-date on current affairs and topics of mutual interest.  These include concert halls, agents, promoters and composers' organisations.  Membership is also open to businesses and sponsors.

INDIVIDUAL membership is by invitation only and is offered to former administrative staff of British Orchestras who have left the profession or are working abroad and who wish to remain connected to the UK orchestral scene.

The ABO provides a range of services for members, including:

• A public affairs and communications strategy for the sector
• Memberships and links to a variety of national and international bodies
• ABO/MU Casual Concert / Freelance Orchestral Agreement
• Regular events, such as the thirteen different Specialist Manager Meetings
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Major industry events such as the Annual Conference and Symposia on current industry issues with substantial discounts for members
• A monthly e-newsletter Update
• Briefing evenings and papers on current issues
• Volunteer service
• Member forums to facilitate discussion between colleagues
• Access to the members only area of www.abo.org.uk

However, one of the most vital services that ABO provides is the advice and comment we give out daily over the phone and email as well as at personal meetings.

To request a membership pack with further details click here or if you would like to discuss membership further please call Orla Molony, Membership Services Officer on 020 7287 0333