San Francisco Opera & SFO Orchestra Come to New 2-Year Agreement
By David SalazarSan Francisco Opera and San Francisco Opera Orchestra, represented by American Federation of Musicians Local 6 have reached a new agreement.
The two-year contract, which has a term from August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026, increases wages and enhances retirement packages during each year of the contract, as well as increasing the collaboration between the orchestra and company in regards to a new healthcare plan.
“I am very grateful to both the musicians and the staff who worked with great commitment, care, and thoughtfulness to reach this new agreement,” said San Francisco Opera General Director Matthew Shilvock per an official press release. “We deeply value the extraordinary talents of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra and the transcendent music making they realize in both our theater and in the community. We look forward to a wonderful season ahead that will showcase music making at the highest level.”
“We’re happy to have reached this Agreement and are especially proud that our musicians, along with our healthcare consultant, identified and delivered major cost savings that will benefit the entire Company,” added Gabe Young, Chair of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra Negotiating Committee. “This outcome reflects our deep commitment to the long-term success of San Francisco Opera. With negotiations behind us for now, we’re all eager to return our full focus to the music—to reaching new audiences, exploring new forums for performances, and continuing to create unforgettable artistic experiences. We look forward to negotiating a longer-term contract in the coming years in collaboration with Opera leadership.”
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