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We are delighted to announce that Michael Eakin OBE, Chief Executive of the of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic has been presented with this year's ABO Award. A leader who has had a profound impact on the cultural life of the UK. abo.org.uk/news/2025/mich…

Congratulations to the winners of the ABO Annual Awards - Kate Whitley, The Multi-Story Orch , Jackie Walduck, ASMF Orchestra Manchester Camerata Camerata 360 Ruth Sutton Fellowship  and Clarence Adoo, MBE, Royal Northern Sinfonia and Paraorchestra abo.org.uk/news/2025/mich…

Good morning from Gateshead!🌞 We're at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music for day 2 of ABO 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👋

We kick off day 2 of #abo2025 with an important plenary session where we will share findings and reflections from our recent workforce survey: the Compelling Employment Offer. We will hear from Steve Sacks, President of ABA Europe and Leila Ghorashi, Executive Director, Research

A fantastic initiative from ABO, 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

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

🏆 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

In the lead up to the UK Government’s Spring Spending Review, ABO #AnOrchestraInEverySchool initiative urges UK Government to invest in music education | tinyurl.com/55yr3w6c #MusicThatMovesYou #ABO2025

This afternoon, British Council 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

This evening delegates will be treated to concert by Royal Northern Sinfonia at @theglasshouseicm 2025 Grammy winner Víkingur Ólafsson plays Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 ‘Emperor’ with the Royal Northern Sinfonia and their Principal Conductor Dinis Sousa.

We've had an inspiring few days ABO 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

In the lead up to the UK Government’s Spring Spending Review, ABO #AnOrchestraInEverySchool initiative urges UK Government to invest in music education.  abo.org.uk/news/2025/the-… #MusicThatMovesYou #ABO2025

Today we’re at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music for ABO #ABO2025 showcasing the RPS Women Conductors programme, a collaboration with Alice Farnham and Royal Northern Sinfonia. We're highlighting the importance of creating opportunities for women to gain experience conducting a professional orchestra.

Our final plenary session will be looking to the future, titled: Next Gen – Progressive Pathways. Chaired by Sophie Lewis, speakers include Manus Carey, Wendy Smith, Linton Stephens, and Hester Cockcroft. #abo2025 #Gateshead

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 ABO classical-music.uk/news/article/a…

Women conductors are on the rise, and we're all about keeping that momentum going. WoCo, in partnership with Royal Philharmonic Society and us, supports women in their conducting journey. Last week, WoCo invited folks to a session with Royal Northern Sinfonia at the ABO conference.🪄

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-…

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

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: