Looking Ahead To Organizational Blogging
Fri, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
After posting a blog earlier in the week about the Edmonton Symphony’s new blog, I received a number of emails from marketing professionals pointing out blogs they currently like and asking a bunch of questions about the nuts and bolts behind starting an organizational blog. Coincidentally, one of my favorite geek blogs, problogger.net, posted a
In Columbus, Why Read When You Can Watch?
Thu, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
On Tuesday, May 20, 2008 the musicians of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra (CSO) held a press conference to release a proposed financial plan prepared by Wachovia Securities Vice-President, Daniel R. LaMacchia. The musicians assert that this plan will allow the organization to move forward with an uninterrupted 2008/09 season as well as produce financial stability
Berlin Philharmonic Fire Damage Marginalized
Wed, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
Although an official inspection is pending, Reuters reported that German firefighting officials believe the damage was not as bad as originally estimated. According to the article, this was accomplished by using foam and very little direct water to subdue the fire. More details here.
#5 On The List Might Be A Bit High…
Wed, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
My thanks to a sharp eyed reader who forwarded a link to a Robert Cross’ 7 Reasons To Go to Columbus, Ohio which recently appeared in the Chicago Tribune. Coming in at #5 on Robert’s list is Columbus’ culture scene; in particular (emphasis added), “Theaters, orchestras, dance companies, that university campus, art museums . .
Berlin Philharmonic Concert Hall On Fire
Tue, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
As of 1:20pm ET firefighters in Berlin have been working to extinguish a fire at the Berlin Philharmonic’s concert hall. According to a BBC report, firefighters have cut holes in the building’s roof to battle the fire and that the building has suffered "major damage." No one was reportedly injured and musicians and staff have
Another Orchestra Dips Its Toe Into The Blogging Waters
Tue, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
Amidst the sea of orchestra owned and authored blogs popping up throughout the blogosphere, I’ve noticed one new addition that seems to have figured out that in order to encourage positive results, you have to use the blog for something besides a PR aggregator. In particular, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO) launched a new orchestra
A Busy Weekend
Mon, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
Where to start? Work this weekend prevented any effort to write something in depth about what has been going on so instead, here’s an overview of events throughout the business from the past few days and what’s in store this week…
Unsubscribe Poll
Fri, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
We’re sorry to see you go but before you leave we would appreciate it if you could let us know a little bit more about why you decided to unsubscribe. As such, thank you for taking a quick moment to complete the following poll: Opinion Polls & Market Research If you answered "other" or would
Think Big
Fri, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
In November 2008, the Chicago Sinfonietta will partner with the Chicago Humanities Festival in musically exploring the year’s Festival theme: THINK BIG. For their part in the festival the Sinfonietta invited a panel of experts to help realize their "big idea" for a concert on November 10, 2008 by selecting the most transformative classical music
Columbus Around The Blogosphere
Thu, May 5, 2008
by Drew McManus
It’s good to see that the attention focused on Columbus isn’t localized to its greater metropolitan area. On the contrary, new and traditional media outlets alike have been watching events with a fine eye. Here’s a wrap up of what you can find on the topic…
