The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra has reached a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with its players.

The musicians who are represented by the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) Local 148-462 signed an agreement that offers a range of perks for the orchestra’s players, while also continuing the ASO’s streak of eleven years of balanced annual budgets.

The ASO’s players will receive a pay increase of 15 percent over the course of the three-year contract, while there will be no fresh improvements to the musicians’ health benefits packages.

There will be an adjustment to the size of the orchestra’s workforce, including two new player positions.

In a statement, Jennifer Barlament, Executive Director, said, “I believe we have a fair new contract that both preserves the ASO’s financial stability and recognizes how much we value our musicians. This organization is stronger than ever, and in partnership with our musicians, we will continue to serve our community and reach new artistic heights.”

Jessica Oudin, President of the ASO Players’ Association, added, “The musicians are united in our unwavering commitment to our audiences and to our art – and in our clear vision for the future of the world-class Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. We are thankful to have ratified a progressive and multifaceted contract that speaks to all aspects of our work – and in so doing, honors the legacy and protects the future of the ASO.”

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