May/June 2009
In this issue

Cover story

Summer Festivals 2009

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From Alabama and Alaska to Vermont and Wyoming, Symphony offers an overview of this season’s music destinations.

Features

Native American Journeys

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by Kyle MacMillan

As symphony orchestras increasingly embrace music based on our nation’s indigenous cultures, they must tread carefully.

Capital Thinking

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How six orchestras around the country are rising to meet the challenge of today’s economy: a survey by Symphony staff.

Summer Gigs for the Pros

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by Chester Lane
More than just providing a change of scenery, the “off ” season is a home away from home for many orchestral musicians.

The World on a String

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Mark O’Connor speaks to Kenji Bunch about American music and where it’s headed.

Columns

Critical Questions

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by Jesse Rosen

Orchestras are demonstrating their essential roles in the communities they serve—and being recognized for it.

Prelude

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by Robert Sandla

Coda

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James Taylor talks about his love affair with music and the great outdoors.

Departments

The Score

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Orchestra news, moves, and events

In Print

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by Kyle Gann
Joseph Polisi’s new biography of William Schuman.

Advertiser Index

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League Annual Fund

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