Convenings | Equity Arc

Moving Forward Together

Our national convenings bring together members and artists from across the United States to collaborate and create solutions.

The Convening promotes cross-sector engagement, with conversations that span the arc of musical development. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and break-out groups, we develop concrete steps to build meaningful, lasting equity in the field.

A concurrent Festival provides an intensive musical experience for Fellows to work alongside a professional orchestra. Young artists have opportunities to network with peers, learn from musicians in highly regarded orchestras, perform for faculty from prestigious institutions, and participate in equity-advancing projects.

“Here is where it begins.”

Maestro Riccardo Muti

2025 Equity Arc Annual Convening

The Equity Arc Annual Convening occurs concurrently with the Equity Arc Pathways Orchestra. Attendees will engage in strategic conversations on advancing equity collectively at every stage of musical development.

Convening Highlights Include:

Opportunities to connect with musicians, administrators, families, educators, and supporters from every phase of the Arc, from entry to professional stages
Progress report and strategic conversations building upon prior convenings
Culminating side-by-side performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 and Coleridge-Taylor’s Ballade in A minor from the Equity Arc Pathways Orchestra
Performances featuring Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Civic Orchestra of Chicago, including current and former fellowship participants from across the country

2025 Equity Arc Pathways Orchestra

The 2025 Equity Arc Pathways Orchestra convenes pre-college Pathways musicians from across the country in Chicago for a multi-day musical experience. Selected through a competitive audition, fellows will play side-by-side with musicians from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Civic Orchestra of Chicago under the leadership of Kyle Dickson. Fellows will also network with collegiate representatives and peers from similar cultural backgrounds.

Be part of the conversation that sparks insights, ideas, and initiatives for equity-based programs across the nation. View event details and register below. If you plan to attend any portion of the convening, please register as soon as possible.

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Please contact info@equityarc.org with questions regarding this event.