The Trouble With Talking About Pensions
Tue, Jan 1, 2012
by Drew McManus
Although I don’t usually publish back to back articles linking out to posts elsewhere, there is another terrific contribution at Sticks And Drones you really need to read. But this one is from the blog’s co-author, conductor Ron Spigelman. His article addresses the enormously sensitive issue of pensions and ethical obligations.
Grading Orchestras: The Eddins Curve
Mon, Jan 1, 2012
by Drew McManus
There’s no particular reason why but the whole “best of/worst of” year in review stuff just doesn’t hold much fascination this year, which is why there isn’t anything going on here along those lines. But there is one year-in-review piece out there from conductor Bill Eddins that got my attention and it’s worth your time.
Call To Action: Stop SOPA
Fri, Dec 12, 2011
by Drew McManus
For the last several weeks, the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) has become a hot topic of debate within the House Judiciary Committee. In a nutshell, SOPA is a proposed law lobbied for and supported by a large conglomerate of media organizations and sponsored by Representative Lamar Smith (R TX). On one hand, the law
What Executive Directors are Looking For In A Music Director
Thu, Dec 12, 2011
by Drew McManus
Wanted: Youthful, yet experienced, world class conductor who possesses commanding grasp of all traditional, modern, and pops orchestra styles whose mere artistic gravitas is capable of inspiring musicians to accept work concessions. Applicant must demonstrate previous success with charming big buck$ out of donors, corporate types, and politicians. Candidates who respect executive authority and resist
Re-Tweet Wednesday: Free Twitter Templates
Wed, Dec 12, 2011
by Drew McManus
Since most folks are just getting back into the offices after an extended holiday break (myself included), I wanted to post a quick note pointing out the article from last Friday, December 23rd which contained a bounty of downloadable templates for Twitter’s impending enhanced profiles.
Things Are Better With A Companion Goldfish
Tue, Dec 12, 2011
by Drew McManus
One more day of vacation left but I wanted to post a quick pic of the “companion goldfish” in our room at the Hotel Monaco in Old Town Alexandria. They’re available on request and what a terrific idea (it’s a pet friendly hotel to begin with); it’s a great way to add a little something
Editorial Cartoon: Holiday Spirit
Sat, Dec 12, 2011
by Drew McManus
The Christmas season has Adaptistration’s editorial cartoonist, Paul Dixon, in a creative and giving mood so enjoy today’s special holiday weekend article!
FREE Enhanced Twitter Profile Survival Kit For Arts Orgs
Fri, Dec 12, 2011
by Drew McManus
Although there’s no official release date as of yet, Twitter’s Enhanced Profile pages are right around the corner. And what better way to wrap up the last weekday before Christmas than to offer a Santa sized sack full of knowledge and downloadable freebies with everything you need to know!
An Excellent Example Of In-Depth Arts Journalism
Thu, Dec 12, 2011
by Drew McManus
Although it doesn’t deal directly with orchestras, Mark MacNamara authored an article for the 12/16/2011 edition of San Francisco Classical Voice that is a benchmark example of how an in-depth article on governance related issues should work.
Understanding The Relationship Between Websites, Box Office, and CRM
Wed, Dec 12, 2011
by Drew McManus
Ever since publishing an article in July, 2011 that explained the differences between Apps and Mobile Websites I have wanted to tackle another web related issue that tends to be the source for much confusion; in particular, the differences between websites, box office, and customer relationship management solutions (CRM) along with where they do and
