Before You Have Any Discussions About The Cleveland Orch Dismissals, You MUST Read The Investigators’ Report
Fri, Oct 10, 2018
by Drew McManus
Based on reader feedback, it seems the Report to the Special Committee of the Board of Trustees of The Cleveland Orchestra link in yesterday’s article was something easily missed. Nonetheless, it contains critical information to begin developing a comprehensive perspective on the topic. Regardless if you’re still forming your own thoughts, engaging in online discussions,
Cleveland Orchestra Dismisses Concertmaster And Principal Trombone Following Sexual Misconduct Investigation
Thu, Oct 10, 2018
by Drew McManus
On 10/24/2018, the Cleveland Orchestra announced it terminated the employment of Concertmaster William Preucil and Principal Trombone Massimo La Rosa following the results of an independent investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct. According to a press release from the orchestra, the investigation, conducted by the law firm of Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, included interviews with
Better Late Than Never?
Wed, Oct 10, 2018
by Drew McManus
The 9/20/2018 edition of the Los Angeles Times published an article by Mark Swed that features an interview with Simon Woods, the LA Philharmonic’s new CEO. It a good get-to-know-you interview that provides Woods a platform to address some of the topics on his mind about where the orchestra is and where he wants it
Six Years Later And Some Websites Are Still Using 12px Font Size
Tue, Oct 10, 2018
by Drew McManus
I try not to interweave my day to day life into this blog but today is an exception to the rule. Recently, my optician informed me I needed a stronger prescription; in fact, I needed to begin using progressive lenses. Consequently, I’m acutely aware of how much worse my eyesight is now compared to, say,
When It Comes To Sexual Misconduct, Are We Treating Symptoms Or Trying To Cure The Disease?