The 4/5/2011 edition of the Syracuse Post-Standard published an article by Melinda Johnson which reports the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra (SSO) board elected to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy by a vote of 15 for and two against…
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Why You Shouldn't Get Too Excited About Early Details From Detroit
I know, I know; we’ve all been wondering about the details from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) tentative agreement. But I’m here to rain on the parade a bit by saying that you will be better off by exercising a little patience and be at least a little bit afraid to rush in where angels fear to tread. Here’s a list of reasons why…
A Little Moo Music
While we’re waiting for the outcome of the musician ratification vote and subsequent details of the tentative Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), let’s enjoy a little moo music. Holly Mulcahy published an article at Neo Classical on 4/4/2011 that takes a look at the Dortmund Concerthall’s efforts to expand awareness via their Concertmilk program. I could tell you what Concertmilk is all about but it’s easier to just show you…
With Bated Breath
Talks between the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) and its musicians resumed over the weekend in the first round of negotiations since the organization nixed the remainder of the 2010/11 planned concert season. A 4/1/2011 deadline set by the DSO on whether or not to cancel scheduled summer concert obligations passed without a decision as both sides agreed to return to the bargaining table over the weekend.
Update, 8:44am CT: a tentative agreement has been announced, details here and here.
Does The Name Dietmar Machold Ring A Bell?
If the name Dietmar Machold doesn’t immediately register in your mind, no worries. That likely mans you aren’t involved or watch the high end string market very closely. But long time readers might recognize his name from the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra (NJSO) golden instrument debacle from 2006 where Machold played a key role in those developments. As it turns out, Mr. Machold was recently arrested to face charges of fraud and misappropriation…