Learning Lab
Each season, ACO presents a series of digital professional development sessions led by composer mentors and industry leaders. An evolving resource for composers at all stages of their careers, sessions have covered topics including orchestration, networking, publishing, copyright, orchestra unions, media rights, fundraising, public speaking, educational program design, and more.
Fundraising via Supportive Individuals
Featuring Speakers: Bonnie Marshall, Nicholas Phan, Dafnis Prieto, and Somi Kakoma
Learn how to raise funds for your next project by leveraging the support of generous individuals. American Composers Orchestra Acting President and Director of Development Lyndsay Werking leads a panel of artists and administrators fluent in grassroots fundraising.
Co-presented by ACO and American Composers Forum.
Orchestra Musicians Roundtable
Featuring Speakers: Wayne Dumaine, Kyu-Young Kim, and Alecia Lawyer
Join seasoned orchestral musicians as they speak about their experiences with living composers and new orchestral music. They’ll touch on topics of effective communication between composers and musicians in a variety of ways, including parts writing, email/remote communication, and in-person working sessions. ACO Artistic Director Derek Bermel will moderate the panel of musicians and Q&A with the audience.
Co-presented by ACO and American Composers Forum