Association of British Orchestras

The ABO represents the collective interests of professional orchestras, youth ensembles and the wider classical music industry throughout the UK.

An Orchestra In Every School Members' Area Events

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

Championing

The ABO champions British orchestras and the wider membership, raising their profile and influence with key stakeholders and the British public, through political engagement, media, social networks and stakeholder bulletins.

Developing

The ABO helps develop the skills and knowledge of its members’ staff, including providing and signposting to high quality professional development opportunities for all tiers of management and musicians.

Please note: We are aware of some suspicious emails reaching our members pretending to request signatures on documents, and/or offering delegate and sponsor registration for the conference. These are not associated with the ABO and should not be trusted. All details regarding the conference will be shared directly by the ABO and we will continue to communicate through our usual channels, our website, or our trusted digital partners. If you are in doubt, please contact us on info (at) abo.org.uk.

News and press

ABO calls for Orchestra Tax Relief to support UK international touring as Budget approaches

One month from the 2026 Autumn Budget, orchestras urge Government to act on the growing economic cost of reduced European touring.

ABO Welcomes Landmark Report on the Economic Impact of EU touring

The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) welcomes the publication of significant new research commissioned by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) examining the economic benefits of touring and the impact of the UK’s exit from the European Union.

ABO welcomes Prime Minister Rt Hon Andy Burnham MP's Government

The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) congratulates Prime Minister Rt Hon Andy Burnham MP on the formation of his Government and looks forward to working closely with ministers to ensure the UK's celebrated orchestral sector continues to thrive and contribute to the nation's cultural, social and economic success.

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Member Events

Member Events are one of the ABO's key services that are most valued by members. We run a variety of webinars, symposia, networking events and roundtables, both online and in-person throughout the year.

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