Super early-bird pricing for the League of American Orchestras’ 77th National Conference, June 1-3 in Los Angeles, will end next week, so now is the time to sign up and save. Don’t miss sessions with experts and conversations with colleagues on critical topics including artistic planning; revenue generation; audience development; environmental sustainability; equity, diversity, and inclusion; workforce development and retention; and more. Register by Thursday, April 21 to get the best rates for the Conference. Find all of the rates online, and check out the extra savings for groups. Take advantage of discounts at the Westin Bonaventure by reserving your hotel room by May 9.

Looking for financial help to attend the Conference? Boomerang Carnet’s “Play the World” Grants assist general managers, operations managers, and executive directors from League-member orchestras with the registration cost or comparable travel expenses. Apply at Carnets “Play the World” Grants | ATA Carnet, and direct questions to Grant Program Coordinator Moira Wilson at mwilson@atacarnet.com. The Association of California Symphony Orchestras has found two further funding opportunities: from LA County Department of Arts & Culture (applications must be submitted a month before the Conference) and from the Center for Cultural Innovation (applications must be completed by April 15).