The Association of British Orchestras. Connecting, Championing and Developing professional orchestras and youth ensembles across the UK.
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Website: abo.org.uk/
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📌 What's on this summer
@aborchestras is championing the live music making activities delivered by its member orchestras as part of the #AnOrchestrainEverySchool initiative.
To find out about the activities taking place in the #NorthWest, click⬇️
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This Saturday's concert, which includes Louise Farrenc’s powerful Overture No2, falls on International Women's Day 👏
Our most recent blog shines a light on the struggles Farrenc faced as a female composer and highlights other women composers for you to discover: bit.ly/41KxuIM
The performance of Louise Farrenc’s Overture No2 is made possible with funding from the ABO Trust’s Sirens programme, a ten year initiative to support the performance and promotion of music by historical women composers.
#ABOSirens @aborchestras #InternationalWomensDay
The CIISA Standards are now live! Go to ciisa.org.uk/standards to see the minimum standards of behaviour expected across the UK’s creative industries to enable safe and inclusive working environments #safetyatwork
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) welcomes Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy’s announcement today, of additional in investment in cultural venues and creative skills.
To read our statement, click here: abo.org.uk/news/2025/abo-wel…
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Women conductors are on the rise, and we're all about keeping that momentum going. WoCo, in partnership with @RoyalPhilSoc and us, supports women in their conducting journey. Last week, WoCo invited folks to a session with @RNSinfonia at the @aborchestras conference.🪄
Beethoven, Cecilia McDowall and Tchaikovsky are on the music stand for the RPS Women Conductors course at @glasshouseicm.
Our conductors are working with @RNSinfonia, receiving mentoring from conductor Alice Farnham @BatonAlice as well as constructive feedback from players.
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ABO announces 2025 award winners
The Association of British Orchestras Awards aim to recognise those whose work has demonstrated inspiration, innovation and collaboration throughout the last year @aborchestras
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Our final plenary session will be looking to the future, titled: Next Gen – Progressive Pathways.
Chaired by @SophieLewisNCO, speakers include @ManusCarey, @wendyfinnandmax, Linton Stephens, and Hester Cockcroft.
#abo2025 #Gateshead
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Today we’re at @glasshouseicm for @aborchestras #ABO2025 showcasing the RPS Women Conductors programme, a collaboration with @BatonAlice and @RNSinfonia. We're highlighting the importance of creating opportunities for women to gain experience conducting a professional orchestra.
In the lead up to the UK Government’s Spring Spending Review, @aborchestras #AnOrchestraInEverySchool initiative urges UK Government to invest in music education.
abo.org.uk/news/2025/the-ass…
#MusicThatMovesYou #ABO2025
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We've had an inspiring few days @aborchestras conference 👏
This morning, our CEO, Sarah, is chairing a breakout session on #SocialPrescribing. Join the panel for an insightful discussion on how orchestras can expand their health and wellbeing work.
#ABO2025
This evening delegates will be treated to concert by @RNSinfonia at @theglasshouseicm
2025 Grammy winner @VikingurMusic plays Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 ‘Emperor’ with the Royal Northern Sinfonia and their Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa.
This afternoon, @BritishCouncil are supporting a cohort of international delegates at #abo2025. The session will provide an opportunity to connect with international music contacts and explore conversations between UK and the international classical music sector.
#Gateshead
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In the lead up to the UK Government’s Spring Spending Review, @aborchestras #AnOrchestraInEverySchool initiative urges UK Government to invest in music education | tinyurl.com/55yr3w6c #MusicThatMovesYou #ABO2025
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🏆 We've won an award!
🥳 Last Night, the Association of British Orchestras gave us an award for our Camerata 360° Ruth Sutton Fellowship.
🗣 Here is what the ABO had to say: "Specifically designed for musicians based in the North, the fellowship aims to equip future musicians with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to launch their careers and thrive. The Fellowship gives musicians experience in all aspects of our work and the impact it makes – from Camerata’s award-winning dementia work to their boundary-pushing performances. In today’s climate, framed by the cost-of-living crisis and pressures on government budgets, a career in music might seem like a daunting or uncertain path. The recipients of this ABO Annual Award have worked to mitigate these uncertainties and keep the talent pipeline flowing and open to everyone." - @aborchestras
💘 A huge thank you to The Ruth Sutton Trust for Music for their incredible support for this project. We simply couldn't have done this without you.
🔎 To find out more about the Camerata 360° Ruth Sutton Fellowship or learn how you can support more of our work, visit our website: manchestercamerata.co.uk/wor…
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A fantastic initiative from @aborchestras, championing the transformative power of the arts and advocating for greater access to a high-quality music education and the creative subjects for young people.
#AnOrchestraInEverySchool
@aborchestras launches #AnOrchestraInEverySchool at the ABO Conference in #Gateshead at @glasshouseicm celebrating the transformative power and value of a high-quality music education for all children and young people.
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#MusicThatMovesYou #ABO2025
Following their huge popularity from last year’s conference, Deep Dives are back!
Delegates choose between 2 Deep Dive sessions which delve into some key sector issues:
Organisational Culture Change and Thriving Orchestras: A Positive Vision for the Future
#abo25 #Gateshead
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Good morning from Gateshead!🌞
We're at @glasshouseicm for day 2 of @aborchestras conference. Our afternoon workshop will explore the key benefits of Social Value Measurement. Led by our Business Innovation Manager, Cimeon, and Regional Producer North, Becky.
See you there👋
Congratulations to the winners of the ABO Annual Awards -
Kate Whitley, @MULTISTORYORGUK ,
Jackie Walduck, @ASMForchestra
@MancCamerata Camerata 360 Ruth Sutton Fellowship and Clarence Adoo, MBE, @RNSinfonia and @Paraorchestra
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