At the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s inaugural 2019 Women in Classical Music Symposium from November 6 to 9, “topics included ‘Changing the Script of Women in Classical Music,’ ‘Pathways for Change’ and the ‘Practical Next Steps,’ ” reads an unsigned Wednesday (11/7) Violin Channel article that includes an interview with Dallas Symphony President and CEO Kim Noltemy. “Q: Where did this idea come from to host a gathering—specifically for women currently working in the classical music industry? Noltemy: We are committing to elevating and supporting talented women as an integral part of our artistic and management vision…. We felt that we should offer artists, managers, students, administrators, conductors and composers a chance to connect and talk about important matters. Q: What are the major inequalities you feel are present today in the classical music industry? Noltemy: The podium is still very male dominated, especially in the role of music director…. Gender equity is lacking in many aspects of the management of orchestras. Q: What do you feel is required to keep this momentum progressing post the symposium? Noltemy: The Symposium will be an annual event. We plan to keep in touch with the attendees … and create a more formal network.”
Posted November 12, 2019
In photo: A panel discussion about employability and career development at the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s inaugural Women in Classical Music Symposium from November 6 to 9, 2019. From left to right: moderator Kim Noltemy, president and CEO, Dallas Symphony Orchestra; Mark Volpe, president and chief executive officer, Boston Symphony; Cathy Hernandez, executive director, Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra; Alecia Lawyer, founder and artistic director, River Oaks Chamber Orchestra (ROCO); Katie Wyatt, executive director, El Sistema USA; Jennifer Barlament, executive director, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Photo by Sylvia Elzafon
