Music directors' salaries are definitely on the upswing
By Charles Storch
At events scheduled here Monday, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra is to officially introduce Riccardo Muti as its music director-designate. Should Muti be asked why he chose to commit here instead of, say, New York, it's likely he will cite the chance to lead our world-class orchestra and reside in our congenial city.
Don't expect him or the CSO to reveal how much he will be paid when he begins a five-year term as music director in September 2010.
Most symphony orchestras are loath to reveal up-to-date compensation (pay and benefits) for top executives and contractors. Like other U.S. not-for-profits, it can expect two or more years to pass before its tax filings, containing pay details, are readily accessible…
Read more about this at the Chicago Tribune website:
http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/chi-music-salaries-0601jun01,0,6092832.story
