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Some Graphic Inspiration For The New Year

Fri, Dec 12, 2012
by Drew McManus
Norman Lebrecht published an article at his blog Slipped Disc that focuses on some tremendous San Diego Opera (SDO) posters from artist R Black. Personally, I adore neo-constructivist style and Black’s SDO work is something everyone in the field should be paying attention to. So head on over to Lebrecht’s post to peruse all of the posters
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Fiscal Shenanigans: Relevant Now More Than Ever

Thu, Dec 12, 2012
by Drew McManus
Following the recent decision by 14 Minnesota state legislators to conduct hearings into their concerns over whether or not the Minnesota Orchestra Association (MOA) misled lawmakers about the orchestra’s financial condition when it applied for, and received, millions of dollars in state assistance for the current hall renovations and subsequent operating fund endowment, it seems
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Here It Is, Your Moment Of Holiday Zen

Tue, Dec 12, 2012
by Drew McManus
You know it, you love, it, and it just isn’t the holiday season without it: The Messiah Organist On Crack. If this holiday classic is new to you, give it moment and hang in there until the end; I’m sure you’ll agree that it’s 0:43 of unfiltered Messiah goodness.
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So Much For Tidings Of Comfort And Joy

Mon, Dec 12, 2012
by Drew McManus
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Even through the holiday season is typically characterized by humanity and compassion, it doesn’t seem to be catching on at some of the brighter hotspots throughout the Season of Discontent. For example, the Minnesota Orchestra Association (MOA) announced additional cancellations through February 10, 2013 on the same day they posted public statements indicating a desire
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Getting Bitch Slapped By Self Fulfilling Prophecy

Fri, Dec 12, 2012
by Drew McManus
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Prophecy seems to be all the rage right now. All the cool kids are doing it and perhaps one shouldn’t be too cynical; after all, focusing on the future isn’t all that terrible of a defense mechanism during tough times. On the other hand, it can just as easily fuel paranoia to a point where
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