Association of British Orchestras

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, the media, social networks and stakeholder bulletins. We track and influence the development of cultural policy from the European Union, UK government, local government and devolved administrations, and advocate the value of public and private investment in the orchestral sector.

#AnOrchestraInEverySchool

Support the ABO's campaign and join us in celebrating the Power of Connection of classical music and the joy that it brings to our everyday lives.

Dignity at Work

The ABO believes that the orchestral sector should be a safe, supportive and inclusive working environment and that it is in all our best interests to prevent and tackle bullying, harassment and abuses of power.

Annual Conference

The next ABO conference will take place in London,
hosted by The Southbank Centre, from 4-6 February 2026
.