Virtual Peer Forums

ACSO Peer Group Attendance Policy

ACSO may maintain up to twelve Peer Groups for Orchestra Professionals (subject to change). Peer Group meets online throughout the year and in-person at ACSO Conferences. Between meetings, group members can connect, share information, and solve mutual problems. Each group has a meeting facilitator and an ACSO staff liaison.

• CEOs of Professional Orchestras with Budgets over $1 million
• Executive Directors of Professional Orchestras with Budgets Under $1 million
• Youth Orchestra Staff and Board Leaders
• Community Orchestra Staff and Board Leaders
• Music Festival Staff and Board Leaders
• Development/Fundraising
• Operations
• Education and Community Engagement
• Finance & HR
• Marketing & Patron Services
• Board Members/Trustees
• Artistic Leaders, Conductors, Composers, & Musicians

ACSO Peer Group meetings (virtual or in-person) are only open to individuals who hold the relevant roles within an orchestra or music ensemble. You do not have to be part of an ACSO member orchestra to attend, but you must be associated with an orchestra or music ensemble. Because sensitive or confidential information may be shared, peer group meetings are not recorded and are not open to the public, including business members or other companies, unless specifically invited. Please do not register for a peer group meeting if you are not part of that peer group or your registration will be canceled.