Seattle Musicians Look Forward By Looking Back
Thu, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
It seems fitting that on the last day of 2009 we take a look at something retrospective; but in this case, retrospection serves as a foundation for looking ahead. In an article dated 12/28/2009, the Seattle Symphony & Opera Players’ Organization (SSOPO) committee chair published a frank article on behalf of his colleagues that presents
Aim Product Away From Face
Wed, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
In response to an article from 12/22/2009, a healthy comment exchange ensued about whether or not term “product” is appropriate to use in the context of describing live, performing art. I think the topic is important enough that it deserves its own article and I’m curious to know more about what readers think on this
Who Else Wants To Know More About Analytics?
Tue, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
In the space of a few years, Google Analytics has evolved into one of the most useful tools an organization can use to help identify its website traffic. Described by Google, Analytics is “the enterprise-class web analytics solution that gives you rich insights into your website traffic and marketing effectiveness. Powerful, flexible and easy-to-use features
Merry Christmas Everyone
Fri, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
If you’re out working today, drive safe and make sure to set aside enough time to enjoy the day with family and friends.
A Happy Follow-Up On Charlotte
Thu, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
Thanks to Charlotte Symphony Executive Director Jonathan Martin for sending along a press release announcing that the organization has successfully raised the remaining balance of their $1.77 million fundraising goal, details of which were published in yesterday’s post…
A Bright Note Before Christmas
Wed, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
Following a series of setbacks that might have been the beginning of the end for other groups, the Charlotte Symphony is less than $100,000 away from its goal of raising $1.77 million by the end of 2009. The fundraising success follows the appointment of Jonathan Martin as Executive Director, who when asked about the goal
“We Can’t Be At The Mercy Of Every Economic Cycle”
Tue, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
Today’s headline is a quote from Dennis LaBarre, Cleveland Orchestra’s board president elect. An article in the 12/20/2009 edition of the Cleveland Plain Dealer by Zachary Lewis does a good job at examining the challenges in store for the organization. I was pleased when Lewis contacted me to ask about current thinking throughout the field
7-11
Mon, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
At last week’s Midwest Clinic, a colleague asked about the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra’s (HSO) impending bankruptcy. She was curious why the board decided to file Chapter 11 bankruptcy (known as reorganization or rehabilitation bankruptcy) as opposed to Chapter 7 (also called liquidation bankruptcy). At the core of the conversation was the HSO’s plan to reorganize
Secret Lives Of Great Composers
Fri, Dec 12, 2009
by Drew McManus
You have to love serendipity. A few months ago, I came across a new release in my neighborhood book store, Secret Lives of Great Composers: What Your Teachers Never Told You About the World’s Musical Masters by Elizabeth Lunday. I spent a good 20 minutes reading the book and was going to buy a copy
Again With The Airline Restrictions