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Kentucky Funds Orchestra's Statewide Tour to $11.8M
26 Oct
Summary
- Orchestra's tour reached over 59,000 people in 55 counties.
- Kentucky General Assembly invested $11.8 million in the program.
- The tour combines concerts with educational and community programs.
The Louisville Orchestra's statewide In Harmony Tour has reached over 59,000 individuals in 55 Kentucky counties since its November 2022 launch. This initiative offers a combination of full-orchestra concerts, educational programs, and community partnerships, extending performances to schools, libraries, and public spaces. The Kentucky General Assembly recently allocated an additional $3.2 million, bringing their total investment to $11.8 million and making them the largest funder in the orchestra's history.
The program's impact is measured through numerous events, including 47 full-orchestra concerts and 196 community partnership activities that reached over 20,000 participants. These activities are tailored to local needs, featuring classroom visits, interactive student performances, and collaborations with local artists and organizations. The tour has also premiered new music, including seven world premieres from the Louisville Orchestra Creators Corps.
Future plans include three free concerts in western Kentucky in February 2027, with more details to be announced. The In Harmony Tour is designed to bring live music and educational opportunities to underserved communities, serving as a model for arts investment nationwide. The orchestra has also announced a special engagement featuring cellist Yo-Yo Ma in 2027.
