About Emily
Dr. Emily Isaacson is known for forging a magnetic rapport with audiences and musicians alike. Considered a leader in arts entrepreneurship, she is Artist of the Year by the Maine Arts Commission, one of the 50 Mainers Leading the State by Maine Magazine, and the 2018 face of Women’s Work edition by Maine Women Magazine.
Isaacson is the founder and artistic director of Classical Uprising, a performing arts company that believes classical music must rise up, challenge current norms, and re-envision where, how, and for whom we are making music. With over 50 concerts and events year-round, Classical Uprising serves over 6,000 musicians and music lovers through its programs:
Oratorio Chorale: symphonic chorus presenting five programs (16 concerts) a year
Portland Bach Experience, a series of immersive classical music festivals
Horizon Voices: four ensembles for grades k-12 developing the next generation of creative citizens
Read a profile of Emily in Old Port Magazine
Read a profile of Emily in Zest Magazine
Listen to an interview with Emily on Love Maine Radio
Listen to Emily describe the Portland Experience on Maine Public Radio
See Emily conduct