Is a symphony orchestra capable to work without a director?

An orchestra can in theory keep in time without a conductor (although I'm not convinced that this would always be the case with some amateur orchestras). read more

Conductors can add a lot to rehearsals and even performances, but an orchestra can play any work written, without a conductor. The fast answer is, check out the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, which has been performing/recording since the 1970s. read more

In America at least, most major orchestras have a team of management in addition to the orchestra members, the music director and other musical staff . There is a board of directors , a and a chief executive and general manager who is sort of like the CEO of a corporation . read more

On Monday, the orchestra announced that Tali signed a three-year contract renewal to continue her role as music director. “One of the things that Anu has brought to Sarasota is a tremendous energy and excitement about the orchestra, and our audiences are really thrilled with the experiences they’re having,” said Joseph McKenna, the orchestra’s president and CEO. read more