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From Powdered Wigs to Protests: Short Stories, Essays, and Memoirs Unmasking Symphony Orchestra Culture


Classical Musicians Guide to Knowing Your Rights!
It's essential to know your legal rights, your protections, and how to take action when lines are crossed, whether you're a freelance artist, orchestral musician, conservatory student, or professor.

Katie A. Berglof
Apr 28


Arts Administrators, It’s Time to Unionize: Here’s Why
While musicians frequently unionize, orchestra and arts administrators rarely do, though they should. It's inevitable. Here's why...

Katie A. Berglof
Jan 6


A Defense Fund for Musician Advocates & Victims of Harassment
The Courage Over Silence Defense Fund supports classical musicians—survivors, whistleblowers, & advocates facing harassment.

Katie A. Berglof
Dec 13, 2024


Muted Voices: Unions Failing to Support Classical Musicians
Holding musicians' unions accountable for failing victims of sexual harassment or misconduct involves a combination of internal reforms...

Katie A. Berglof
Aug 18, 2024
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