(Credit: Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra official website)

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra has announced that it has reached a one-year agreement with its musicians.

The terms of the agreement include health coverage for musicians paid for by the ISO; a weekly payment of $500 USD to musicians beginning January 2021; and a commitment by the musicians to provide six weeks of performances.

“Together, we are committed to bringing symphonic music back to downtown,” said James Johnson, CEO of the ISO in the press release. “We are deeply appreciative of the understanding and commitment of our talented musicians and pledge to work collaboratively to engage our patrons and greater community in new and meaningful ways.”

“With today’s news, we can state unequivocally that the ISO is here to serve, and to stay,” Johnson added.

“As we work to re-emerge from this challenging period, the musicians wish to express our sincere appreciation to the ISO’s loyal patrons and donors for their past and ongoing support of our orchestra,” said Brian Smith, Orchestra Committee Chair. “We look forward to once again bringing great music to our beloved city as soon as possible,” concluded Smith.

The accord between the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and its musicians runs through August 29, 2021.