“The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and its musicians have reached a new three-year labor agreement that will last through Aug. 31, 2024,” writes Domenica Bongiovanni in Friday’s (9/17) Indianapolis Star. “The terms include: increasing the number of fulltime musicians from 65 to 76 over the next few years, including filling open positions in strings, winds and brass; three more weeks of collaborations with community partners; more flexibility in how and when performances are scheduled; continuing medical, dental and vision benefits; and more opportunities that build on previous virtual performances’ success. Two musicians also will join the symphony’s board of directors for the first time. The Indianapolis Symphony and its musicians had previously been operating on a one-year contract agreement, instead of its usual three-year agreement, as the orchestra navigated the pandemic. The symphony’s indoor season kicks off Friday and this weekend with ‘Welcome Home: A Spotlight on ISO Musicians.’ Pops conductor Jack Everly and symphony soloists will perform a program that brings people back into the fold for the first traditional fall season opening since 2019.” James Johnson is CEO of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
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