Boston Symphony Orchestra and musicians agree to 3-year deal that avoids possible strike
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BOSTON (AP) -- The Boston Symphony Orchestra and its musicians ratified a three-year contract Tuesday, avoiding what could have been the first strike in the ensemble's 145-year history.
The orchestra and management have had strained relations since BSO decided in March to force out music director Andris Nelsons next summer after 13 seasons. The prior contract was set to expire last Sunday and was extended for 48 hours.
"This agreement marks an important step toward a more collaborative future for the BSO," orchestra management, trustees, the Boston Musicians' Association, the BSO Players Committee and management said in a joint statement released by the BSO. "It creates a precedent-setting partnership between musicians and management in artistic planning and centers excellence across all the work we do on our stages and in our communities. It also establishes a truly collaborative process in the search for our next music director."