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 Announces Final ‘Sirens’ Grants to Promote Music of Historical Women as Fund Founder Diana Ambache Receives MBE 

The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) has announced the tenth and final round of grants from the Sirens Fund awarded to orchestras performing music by historic women composers from around the world.

ABO Reflects on 10 years Post Brexit Referendum

Ten years on from the Brexit referendum, UK orchestras continue to feel the impact of post-Brexit touring arrangements, with increased costs and administrative complexity affecting international activity.

ABO Statement on Government and Arts Council England Responses to the Hodge Review

The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) welcomes the UK Government’s response to the Hodge Review and Arts Council England’s considered response to its recommendations.

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