BOSTON (AP) 鈥� The Boston Symphony Orchestra and its musicians have decided to extend their collective bargaining agreement for 48 hours, a sign they could be nearing a deal to head off what would have been the first strike in the ensemble鈥檚 145-year history.
The Boston Musicians鈥� Association said Saturday it had authorized a strike ahead of the expiration of the union鈥檚 three-year contract at 11:59 p.m. Sunday. The BSO and the musicians said Sunday the contract had been extended to 11:59 p.m. Tuesday.
BSO CEO Chad Smith said Sunday that the extension had been agreed to pending a ratification vote by the BMA and the Boston Symphony Orchestra Players鈥� Committee.
The orchestra and management have had strained relations since BSO decided in March to next summer after 13 seasons.
The orchestra鈥檚 season is scheduled to open Sept. 17.
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