New Survey Reveals Gen Z & Millennials More Invested in Classical Music Education than Boomers

(Photo credit: Alex Burns) The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) has released the findings from a new research study on generational investment in classical music education. Based on ABO’s study conducted by Opinium, 77 percent of UK adults aged 18-43 (Gen Z and Millennials) believe British orchestras should offer live music-making opportunities for young people. These include youth orchestras, after-school {…}

Jul 21, 2025

Opera North & Wells Cathedral School to Host Summer of Music Making for Children

The members of the Association of British Orchestras (ABO) are presenting live music making activities for children as part of the UK’s #AnOrchestrainEverySchool initiative. The events which take place throughout the UK feature interactive performances and workshops for a variety of age groups. Partnered organizations promoting opera are Opera North and Wells Cathedral School. Opera North will give participants the {…}

May 13, 2025

Association of British Orchestras Releases New Details of ‘An Orchestra in Every School’ Initiative

The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) announced the next phase of its new public engagement initiative “An Orchestra in Every School.” The program, which is part of the #MusicThatMovesYou public campaign, aims to enable access for children and young people to live music making. As part of the initiative UK orchestras and ensembles, in collaboration with schools and music educators, {…}