Shop Talk S01E08: Centering Equity
Tue, Nov 11, 2020
by Drew McManus
In a week where giving thanks is on the mind, I am remarkably grateful these two dynamic and candid guests agreed to join the pod and talk about equity. Ruby Lopez Harper, Americans for the Arts Senior Director of Local Arts Advancement, and Dr. Brea M. Heidelberg, Associate Professor & the Director of the Entertainment
If You Haven’t Completed The Employment Status Update Survey, Please Do
Mon, Nov 11, 2020
by Drew McManus
The initial responses to last week’s survey asking orchestra managers who lost their position over pandemic shutdowns to provide an update on their employment status has been both sobering and revealing. So far, the vast majority of respondents have yet to find a replacement position and a few respondents have been kind enough to provide
Here’s Hoping We See A Connection Between Words And Actions
Fri, Nov 11, 2020
by Drew McManus
Newly minted League of American Orchestras President and CEO, Simon Woods, published a commentary piece at Medium that spells out his thoughts on issues the field should be prioritizing. By and large, it’s a good read. He hits several strong topics squarely on the nose that a few years ago, were actively avoided such as
Thinking About 21-22 Season Planning
Thu, Nov 11, 2020
by Drew McManus
The 11/17/2020 edition of NPR broadcast an interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci where he talked about impending coronavirus vaccines and timelines. While he was quite clear that plans can change at any moment, the general population rollout will occur at some point toward the end of April or later. “By the time you get to,
Just In Case You Thought The Grinch Didn’t Do Thanksgiving