Some Heresy For Your Sunday: U.S. Regional Orchestras May Not Be Worth Saving

Terry Teachout: “What, if anything, justifies the existence of a regional symphony orchestra in the 21st century? Many people still believe that an orchestra is a self-evidently essential part of what makes a city civilized. But is this true? … The best regional theater companies and museums provide an aesthetic experience that cannot be duplicated by any other means. Not so third-tier orchestras.”