Jonathon Heyward’ s third season as Music Director began with two significant milestones underscoring artistic momentum and organizational strength: the extension of his contract through the 2030-31 season and the ratification our most progressive contract with our Baltimore Symphony musicians, represented by AFM Local 40-543, in more than a decade.

The League of American Orchestras Annual Conference returned to Baltimore for the first time in 10 years, bringing 1,000 + delegates for a 3-day convening in June 2026. In addition to the Meyerhoff debuts of the Baltimore Chamber Orchestra and the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, the BSO’ s Aspects of America concert, attracted an audience of 1,600 including delegates and local patrons.

Pictured left to right: Cécile McLorin Salvant, Jonathon Heyward, Billy Childs, Christian Johansson, Mark Hanson, Anthony McGill, Demarre McGill