Association of British Orchestras

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

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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.

News and press

ABO Welcomes UK Government Investment in Culture

The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) welcomes Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy’s announcement today, of additional in investment in cultural venues and creative skills.

Michael Eakin OBE, Chief Executive of the of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society, Honoured at the Association of British Orchestras Awards 2025

The Association of British Orchestras Launches #AnOrchestraInEverySchool at Annual Conference

On 5th February 2025, the ABO launches a new #AnOrchestraInEverySchool initiative at its annual conference #AnOrchestraInEverySchool highlights the transformative power and value of a high quality music education for all young people The initiative is part of the ABO’s #MusicThatMovesYou public campaign, which celebrates the impact of UK orchestras in our everyday lives, cultural heritage, communities and economy

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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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