Industry Jun 6, 2026
National Symphony Orchestra Faces Uncertain Future Amidst Kennedy Center Leadership Changes
Ben Folds, the former artistic advisor to the NSO, broke the news in an open letter
Originally published by
Pitchfork
The National Symphony Orchestra's survival is in question following changes in leadership at the Kennedy Center. Ben Folds, previously the artistic advisor for the NSO, revealed these concerns in a public letter. The specifics of the leadership changes and their direct impact on the orchestra's future were not detailed. Originally reported by Pitchfork.