Destructive Management Philosophy
Fri, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
One of the issues this blog is devoted to is the ongoing discussions and examination of orchestra management philosophy. Even the seemingly innocent of attitudes and beliefs held by an orchestra’s executive management arguably shape organization’s future.
CALLING ALL CARTOONISTS
Thu, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
I’m looking for a cartoonist somewhere out there who is interested in doing an ongoing project here at Adaptistration. My artistic ability is on par with Harvey Pekar (limited to crude stick figures) so looking for talent elsewhere is the only available option. Requirements Artistic ability and enjoy drawing cartoons, B/W and color You can
What Evil Lurks In The Hearts Of Oboists…
Wed, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
I had to laugh out loud today at a comment I read in Patricia Mitchell’s blog, obeinsight. She recounts a story about when a patron once asked her what goes through her mind when she plays, this was her answer: “I wanted to tell her I was trying to decide if I would have my
The Atmosphere Of Advertisements
Wed, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
I can’t count the times I’ve had discussions with folks in the business about the environment of concert halls; it’s cold, sterile, non inclusive, etc. Everyone seems to realize that things needs to change on one level or another but there’s so much that’s entrenched in every nook and cranny it’s hard to see where
An Inside Look At The SLSO Mediated Negotiations
Mon, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
Update: In the spirit of equal-time, the St. Louis Symphony management have been offered multiple opportunities to express their interpretations of the recent mediated negations, to expand on their positions, and to respond to statements made by the SLSO musician’s representative. As of 2/23/05 they have respectfully declined that opportunity although the offer continues to
What’s Good For The Goose
Fri, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
More on the whole booing issue, I ran across this wonderful suggestion from oboist Patricia Mitchell’s blog, oboeinsight: Anyway, if the audience wants to boo, fine. May we boo back when they are annoying? 😉 It made me remember an old Bugs Bunny cartoon where Bugs is the featured piano soloist performing Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody.
Reader Response: You’d Give Your What?
Fri, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
In response to yesterday’s article about audience feedback during concerts, a member of a major orchestra viola section sent in some worthwhile observations and strong feelings about standing ovations, rhythmic applause, clapping between movements and booing:
I’ll Clap Between Movements And Boo If I Want To
Thu, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
There’s been an interesting thread having to do with audience participation going around some of the more prominent classical music blogs around the country. It has to do with audience participation; should you clap between movements or boo after a performance that fell short artistically? Although there appear to be some definitive rules in place,
Patrons Unite Part 2
Wed, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
To continue where things left off in Part 1, the concept of evolving giving circles into some thing like a Philanthropic Action Committee may be precisely what some orchestras need in order to help build their supporter base and increase active participation. Case in point, look at what’s going on in St. Louis right now.
Reader Response: Just The PhACs, Mam
Wed, Feb 2, 2005
by Drew McManus
After reading through the articles about orchestra patrons forming Philanthropic Action Committees, Chris Carson, a member of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, made a good suggestion about changing the acronym from PAC’s to PhACs (pronounced “facks” or “facts”). I like that suggestion, so from here on out it’s just the PhACs
