Some Feedback On Management Philosophy
Sat, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
In response to yesterday’s article about managers who allow a “musicians are only part time employees” philosophy to become an obstacle to growth in the business, there have been a few new public examinations of the issue. One such observation comes from Patricia Mitchell at oboeinsight wrote what I think is one of the most
Destructive Management Philosophy
Fri, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
One of the issues this blog is devoted to is the ongoing discussions and examination of orchestra management philosophy. Even the seemingly innocent of attitudes and beliefs held by an orchestra’s executive management arguably shape organization’s future.
CALLING ALL CARTOONISTS
Thu, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
I’m looking for a cartoonist somewhere out there who is interested in doing an ongoing project here at Adaptistration. My artistic ability is on par with Harvey Pekar (limited to crude stick figures) so looking for talent elsewhere is the only available option. Requirements Artistic ability and enjoy drawing cartoons, B/W and color You can
What Evil Lurks In The Hearts Of Oboists…
Wed, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
I had to laugh out loud today at a comment I read in Patricia Mitchell’s blog, obeinsight. She recounts a story about when a patron once asked her what goes through her mind when she plays, this was her answer: “I wanted to tell her I was trying to decide if I would have my
The Atmosphere Of Advertisements
Wed, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
I can’t count the times I’ve had discussions with folks in the business about the environment of concert halls; it’s cold, sterile, non inclusive, etc. Everyone seems to realize that things needs to change on one level or another but there’s so much that’s entrenched in every nook and cranny it’s hard to see where
