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.
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Speaking

Keynotes and talks on reimagining tradition, leadership, and creative risk.
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Consulting

Strategic guidance for arts organizations and institutions navigating change.
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Emily in her own words

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.

 

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Whether you’re presenting a performance, planning an event, or navigating change in your organization, let’s connect.