Reassurance Tuesday
Tue, Nov 11, 2019
by Drew McManus
For whatever reason, I witnessed three separate instances of arts managers being particularly snippy with one another for what appeared to be no other reason than they are overworked and stressed. While it isn’t uncommon to see proximity become the primary conduit for venting frustration, it doesn’t mean we should let it get the better
It’s Veterans Day
Mon, Nov 11, 2019
by Drew McManus
Did you know that the single largest employer of full-time professional musicians is the United States Armed Forces? Set aside some time today to learn more about the ensembles and their missions. The United States Air Force Band The United States Army Band “The Presidents Own” United States Marine Band The United States Navy Band
Curtis’ Latest Efforts In Damage Control Produce Mixed Results
Fri, Nov 11, 2019
by Drew McManus
Earlier this week, we examined how the Curtis Institute has engaged with former student and renowned violin soloist, Lara St. John, in the wake of her accusations she was the victim of sexual assault from a former Curtis violin teacher. Ultimately, St. John decided to publish a letter she wrote and addressed to Roberto Diaz,
Adaptistration Turns 16
Thu, Nov 11, 2019
by Drew McManus
November 3, 2019 marked Adaptistration’s 16th anniversary. Each year brings something new and wonderful and yes, even unique. Year 16 was no exception so let’s take a look at what Google Analytics tell us about this year’s highlights. Audience Number of pages per session went up by one percent. Overall traffic was nearly even to the previous
The First Round Of #AAMeritBadges Have Arrived
Wed, Nov 11, 2019
by Drew McManus
It isn’t often that giddy excitement and a package arrival intersect (for me, at least), but the Arts Admin Merit Badges are a notable exception to that rule. And I am all kinds of happy to say the first batch arrived early and they look even better than I anticipated. Everyone who placed an early
