Association of British Orchestras

Type Company Type Programme/Repertoire Season Location Membership Organisation Various events All year round national Company:  Association of British Orchestras Address:  20 Rupert Street, London W1D 6DF, Website:  http://www.abo.org.uk E-mail:  info@abo.org.uk Tel:  +44 20 7287 0333 Fax:  +44 20 7287 0444

The Association of British Orchestras supports, develops and advances the interests and activities of the orchestral profession in the UK.  It is the national body representing the collective interests of professional orchestras throughout the UK.  The key objectives of the ABO cover four areas of activity: Advocacy, Communication, Information and Learning.

The ABO exists:

• to be an advocate for the orchestral community of the UK ensuring that the voice of British orchestras is heard by all relevant parties;
• to provide the principal means by which members communicate collectively with each other to facilitate shared knowledge, collaborative initiatives and problem solving;
• to provide accurate, timely and comprehensive information on issues and events that impact on the management, development and legal responsibilities of orchestras;
• to provide training and continuing professional development opportunities for all levels of orchestral management.

Key staff
Name	Title/Function
Mark Pemberton**	Director
Orla Molony	Membership Services Manager
Keith Motson	Projects Manager
** main contact