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
The Return Of Orchestra Radio
Thu, Apr 4, 2008
by Drew McManus
In his blog post from 4/14/2008, Scanning The Dial co-author, Mike Janssen, examined the idea of arts organizations owning a radio station, or more precisely the FM radio license. In particular, Mike recounted some recent work assisting the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra apply for such a license and his article reminded me that this topic prompted
Some Belated Thoughts On Columbus
Wed, Apr 4, 2008
by Drew McManus
Now that the 2008 Take A Friend To Orchestra program is completed, I can take a moment to properly address something that happened in connection to the ongoing situation at the Columbus Symphony Orchestra (CSO). In particular, the 4/9/2008 edition of the Columbus Dispatch published an article by Michael Grossberg which stands out as the
