The Internal Governance and Modernization Project
Wed, Apr 4, 2008
by Drew McManus
For the past season, I have had the pleasure of working with the Musicians of the Phoenix Symphony on a program dubbed the Internal Governance and Modernization Project. I published some early information about the project last summer but I wanted to take a moment to publish a few additional documents in advance of some detailed
Columbus Season To Continue Unabated
Tue, Apr 4, 2008
by Drew McManus
According to an April 28, 2008 press release issued by the Columbus Symphony Orchestra (CSO) board, the organization will not cut short any of the scheduled classical or pops concerts from now through May 31, 2008. This decision was reached during a board meeting following the unanimous decision by the musicians of the CSO to
Columbus Board Responds To Ratification Vote
Mon, Apr 4, 2008
by Drew McManus
On the heels of the unanimous decision by the musicians of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra (CSO) to reject the board’s last, best, and final negotiation offer Robert Trafford, Columbus Symphony Orchestra Board of Trustees Chair, issued a written response the following day…
Columbus Symphony Musicians Unanimously Reject Contract Offer
Fri, Apr 4, 2008
by Drew McManus
After several negotiation sessions, the musicians of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra (CSO) issued a press release early this morning detailing yesterday’s ratification meeting…
Getting Empowered in Columbus
Fri, Apr 4, 2008
by Drew McManus
Although the topic usually doesn’t get much attention beyond the discussion stage, discovering meaningful ways to empower patrons is critical for the future success of this business. Fortunately, the internet offers a wide range of tools to those with the energy, concern, and inclination to build interest in their local orchestra. One superb example recently
