The musicians agreed to the amount of wages by 17 percent over the next three seasons. At the musicians, music director Michael Christie and president and CEO Mary Ellen Gleason agreed to equal pay, as well as symphonic and artistic staff.

This reduces the size of the minimum salary for professional musicians to $ 35,000, said Charles Berginc, president of the orchestra. He said that the victim is a vibrant symphony this season.

This follows the voluntary reduction in the employee’s salary, dismissal, and maternity leave and reduced rates for their reception. In addition, administrative and program costs in the budget has been reduced.

U.S. $ 30 million annual economic impact Symphony offers about 200 concerts in the Phoenix area, implementation, particularly in the Symphony Hall in Phoenix Convention Center.

Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon said it is a privilege, a live orchestra in the city. “I urge everyone in our community continue to support these efforts to contribute today,” said Gordon. “We do not want to see these treasures for us.”