Since the beginning of this week, there have been a number of thought provoking comments from readers on the issue of conductors/music directors…
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Conductors: Is It Feast Or Famine?
Yesterday’s post about recent events in San Antonio sparked some interesting comments regarding the current supply and demand of quality conductors. In fact, some readers believe that an ensemble like the San Antonio Symphony should favor hiring conductors that have more of a born-and-bred element over bringing in someone from the outside… The issue sparked a good series of comments but with regard to the current supply and demand status of …
Back By Popular Demand: How Not To End Your Year
Over the last few weeks, I’ve received a flood of requests from readers requesting the infamous Messiah train wreck…
Appearing On Definitely Not The Opera
On Saturday, December 16, 2006 I’ll be appearing on CBC Radio One’s Definitely Not The Opera – “Your Weekend Guide To Modern Culture”. The topic for this episode will focus on the ubiquitous standing ovation…
When All The Planets Align
After much public scrutiny surrounding his departure from the Chicago music scene and even more speculation about whether or not he would return anytime soon, Daniel Barenboim is heading back to Chicago…