Charlotte Symphony Musicians Warn Of Funding-Cut Perils

“The Charlotte Symphony’s musicians are ‘shocked and outraged’ by the Arts & Science Council’s decision to slash the financially troubled orchestra’s funding, the Charlotte Symphony Players’ Association says in a letter to the ASC.” Noting that they understand the symphony’s need “to address its serious financial problems,” the musicians add: “Unfortunately, the ASC’s ‘tough love’ approach could kill the patient.”