So That’s What I Would Play
Mon, Feb 2, 2006
by Drew McManus
An ongoing problem in this business is the distinct disconnect between board members and musicians. I recently had a conversation with the director of a Mid-Atlantic area PAC that regaled me with a conversation he recently had with one of his local symphony’s board members…
Examining Dallas’ “Bold Plan For Greatness” – Conclusions
Fri, Feb 2, 2006
by Drew McManus
Strategic plans are only as good as the people designing and implementing them. As such, a properly designed plan implemented by a core of capable executive managers, board leaders, and the music director can serve as a vehicle to limitless accomplishments…
Examining Dallas’ “Bold Plan For Greatness” Part 3
Thu, Feb 2, 2006
by Drew McManus
Continuing where Part II concluded, this installment will carry on by examining the final phase of Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s "Bold Plan For Greatness", a 10 year strategic plan designed to move the organization to the next level…
Examining Dallas’ “Bold Plan For Greatness” Part 2
Wed, Feb 2, 2006
by Drew McManus
Continuing where Part 1 concluded, this installment will continue by examining the second phase of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s "Bold Plan For Greatness", a 10 year strategic plan designed to move the organization to the next level…
Examining Dallas’ “Bold Plan For Greatness” Part 1
Tue, Feb 2, 2006
by Drew McManus
In 2004, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra initiated a 10 year strategic plan with the goal of establishing the organization as one of the top five American orchestras in artistic level and a community landmark similar to the Dallas Cowboys. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to review Dallas’ plan and talk to their president and
