The ABO is the national body representing the collective interests of professional orchestras throughout the UK and you can find details of all our members on this site, orchestral facts and information as well as the latest news and comment on the issues that affect British orchestras.
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The ABO has recently submitted its responses to the DCMS consultation on changes to the National Lottery and the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee inquiry into funding for the Arts and Heritage.
The ABO offers a varied programme of events and training courses both for ABO members and the sector as a whole.
Events include our Autumn series of Specialist Manager Meetings, Brass Tacks and Where Do I Start?
91% of adults agree that every child should have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument in school.
More than three quarters of UK adults support the current level of public funding for music education.
Find out about the modern British orchestra: history, instruments, repertoire and much more.