OUR COMMITMENTS

Music can be an extraordinarily powerful tool for connection and change. We are committed to living the values of work diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. We are passionate about the world of the orchestra being a place for everyone. Reducing barriers to access, cultivating diverse audiences, electing and recruiting representational leadership, and creating spaces where people from all backgrounds and demographics have a voice in our work – are all key components of what we do. We understand that we have more work to do, and that our work will never be finished.

We understand that the world of the orchestra has a history of exclusion. In working with the youngest members of our community, we especially have the opportunity – and the obligation – to make change. We believe it is on us to reinvent the orchestra experience for children and that, through this work, we can build a path for a more equitable future in the world of the orchestra. As we do this, we will not assume that the traditions of the orchestra are the right way forward. We will work for change by questioning and challenging the established assumptions and perceptions of the orchestral world.

We know that orchestra music is only one tiny slice of a vast global landscape of artistic experiences. While we love the orchestra and believe deeply in all it has to offer, we reject the premise upheld by so many institutions throughout history that orchestra music is inherently superior to other art forms. We will continue to create space to celebrate and honor the arts and artists from diverse cultures.

You can learn more about our programmatic agreements and policies on our website.

Deepali Lindblom from Roshni, Music of the World - Tiny Tots 2020 Longtime volunteer Naji Ghorayeb and board member María Corral at Christmas Tiny Tots 2019