Drew McManus
Catching Up On Some Work
Thu, Jul 7, 2006
by Drew McManus
For all of those stopping by for the follow-up article answering questions about the IGSOBM series of articles, I apologize for not having it up today. I had a sudden influx of work yesterday which prevented my finishing up the article. Nevertheless, it will be up tomorrow and the delay will allow me to include
Everything You Wanted To Know About Seattle (But Were Afraid To Ask) Part 2
Tue, Jul 7, 2006
by Drew McManus
Part 1 from this series examined what the International Guild of Symphony, Opera, & Ballet Musicians (IGSOBM) is and how it is structured. In this installment, we’ll begin to explore how individual chapters within The Guild (simultaneously referred to as IGSOBM by its members) determine the best methods to function as medium for collective representation.
Everything You Wanted To Know About Seattle (But Were Afraid To Ask) Part 1
Mon, Jul 7, 2006
by Drew McManus
This piece was originally intended for publication during the middle of 2005 but a variety of factors prevented its completion. Nevertheless, in light of recent events surrounding the contention resulting from Gerard Schwarz’s contract extension as the Seattle Symphony Orchestra’s music director, there’s no time like the present. From an organizational perspective the administration and
A Response From Louisville
Fri, Jul 7, 2006
by Drew McManus
Following yesterday’s article about administrative departures at the Louisville Orchestra, LO clarinetist and committee chair, Tim Zavadil, sent in the following response…
More Lessons From Louisville
Thu, Jul 7, 2006
by Drew McManus
Although the crisis in Louisville earlier this season took its toll on everyone involved in the organization, there’s always the upside that everyone can learn from the mistakes surrounding the situation. To that end, Louisville is still teaching the business some lessons…
