March 19, 2026
Musicians Of The Dayton Philharmonic Express Disappointment With New DPAA Season
“This week's season announcement by the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance (DPAA) has landed like a gut punch to the professional artists who make Dayton's cultural life possible. What should have been a moment of celebration has instead ignited deep frustration, anger, and serious concern about the future of orchestral music in this community.
Musicians typically greet a new season with excitement. This year, that excitement has been replaced by disappointment and frustration. The DPAA's programming cuts represent a devastating blow to our livelihoods. The community and the professional artists that serve it should not bear the burden of fixing a financial crisis that is not of our making. We want creativity from the DPAA, not cuts.
The Dayton Philharmonic is not a luxury. It is a cultural cornerstone, and the musicians who power it are professionals who deserve to be treated as such.”