Drew McManus
In Columbus, Why Read When You Can Watch?
Thu, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
On Tuesday, May 20, 2008 the musicians of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra (CSO) held a press conference to release a proposed financial plan prepared by Wachovia Securities Vice-President, Daniel R. LaMacchia. The musicians assert that this plan will allow the organization to move forward with an uninterrupted 2008/09 season as well as produce financial stability
Berlin Philharmonic Fire Damage Marginalized
Wed, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
Although an official inspection is pending, Reuters reported that German firefighting officials believe the damage was not as bad as originally estimated. According to the article, this was accomplished by using foam and very little direct water to subdue the fire. More details here.
#5 On The List Might Be A Bit High…
Wed, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
My thanks to a sharp eyed reader who forwarded a link to a Robert Cross’ 7 Reasons To Go to Columbus, Ohio which recently appeared in the Chicago Tribune. Coming in at #5 on Robert’s list is Columbus’ culture scene; in particular (emphasis added), “Theaters, orchestras, dance companies, that university campus, art museums . .
Berlin Philharmonic Concert Hall On Fire
Tue, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
As of 1:20pm ET firefighters in Berlin have been working to extinguish a fire at the Berlin Philharmonic’s concert hall. According to a BBC report, firefighters have cut holes in the building’s roof to battle the fire and that the building has suffered "major damage." No one was reportedly injured and musicians and staff have
Another Orchestra Dips Its Toe Into The Blogging Waters
Tue, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
Amidst the sea of orchestra owned and authored blogs popping up throughout the blogosphere, I’ve noticed one new addition that seems to have figured out that in order to encourage positive results, you have to use the blog for something besides a PR aggregator. In particular, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO) launched a new orchestra
