Reimagining classical music
- and how we gather around it
conductor, composer, and speaker helping audiences rethink tradition, creativity, and connection
Performing
Live concerts, immersive experiences, and boundary-pushing classical work.
Speaking
Keynotes and talks on reimagining tradition, leadership, and creative risk.
Consulting
Strategic guidance for arts organizations and institutions navigating change.
Featured Work
About
Dr. Emily Isaacson is a conductor, composer, and educator reimagining classical music for today’s audiences. As founder of Classical Uprising, she brings music into unexpected spaces while helping organizations rethink how they connect, lead, and evolve.
What people are saying…
“One of the most moving musical experiences we’ve ever attended.”
“Life-affirming”
“The kind of artistic/spiritual experience for which I’ve hungered.”
“A real experience that will have left a mark on us for a long time”
Work with Emily
Whether you’re presenting a performance, planning an event, or navigating change in your organization, let’s connect.