The overall prognosis for the Boston Symphony Orchestra is good. While there remains room for growth and improvement both artistically and financially, the Orchestra has the advantage of a solid musical reputation and a strong core of patrons who support its mission.
The Perilous Life of Symphony Orchestras: Artistic Triumphs and Economic Challenges
Book Review: The Precarious Existence of Symphony Orchestras
This is a book for anyone interested not just in the economic state of the symphony orchestra, but in the overall financial health of the arts in the United States.