Performing Arts Companies
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League of American Orchestras
Information resources available from this organization include:
Quick Orchestra Facts
http://www.americanorchestras.org/
Summary overview of the orchestra industry in the U.S. includes information on the number and
types of orchestras, participation, attendance, performances, revenue sources, and more. All information
is available free online.
Orchestra Statistical Report Survey
http://www.americanorchestras.org/
Annual statistical survey provides financial and operational data by orchestra budget size, and
includes detailed revenue and expense data as well as information on personnel, compensation,
endowment funds, balance sheets, volunteers, performance venues, and more. Survey results are
available to participating members only; free webinar provides an overview of the survey report's
contents
Performing Arts - Orchestras
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Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Musicians, Singers, & Related Workers
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos095.htm
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education
and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All
information is available free online.
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Symphony Orchestras
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Industry statistics for symphony orchestras include industry sales and sales trends, market size and
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trends, business start up activity and failure rates, and other business statistics on a national,
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Symphony Orchestras
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Five-year comparative financial statement analysis includes income statements with expense detail,
balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key business and financial ratios for symphony orchestras.
Reports are available by sales size range, and also in small business, sole proprietor, and business
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League of American Orchestras
Orchestra Statistical Report Survey
http://www.americanorchestras.org/
Annual statistical survey provides financial and operational data by orchestra budget size, and includes
detailed revenue and expense data as well as information on personnel, compensation, endowment funds,
balance sheets, volunteers, performance venues, and more. Survey results are available to participating
members only; free webinar provides an overview of the survey report's contents.
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League of American Orchestras
Administrative Staff Salary and Benefits Survey
http://salarysurvey.americanorchestras.org/
Annual salary survey provides detailed information on staffing, compensation, and fringe benefits
for orchestra administrative personnel, with staffing and compensation data reported by department
and position. An Excel spreadsheet input form which provides a detailed look at the data included
in the survey is accessible free online. Survey results are available to participating members only;
contact association for more information.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Musicians, Singers, & Related Workers
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos095.htm
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education
and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All
information is available free online.
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