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Butts In the Seats
Musings on practical solutions for arts management
- Early last month I saw a story about a giant pencil being sharpened in a Minneapolis suburb. Apparently a few years back the owners of a storm damaged oak tree on their front lawn had the idea to have it […]
- There was a brief mention that came across my social media feed about the Philly Pops reclaiming their name after performing as No Name Pops for a number of years. Curious to learn what that was about, I did some […]
NEO CLASSICAL
Holly mulcahy on the future of classical music
- As someone deeply immersed in the world of music and the arts, I have witnessed a persistent myth that talent and creativity somehow excuse us from professionalism; that being an artist means we don’t need to be organized, prepared, or […]
- You wouldn’t think that adding another part-time orchestra job would prompt the question, “But who will take care of your husband?”…and yet, it did. The comment immediately challenged my value and worth, not just as a musician, but as a […]
Double Bass Blog
jason heath on double bass news and resources
- Ed Barker shares his journey from a young bassist to becoming the Principal Bass of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, discussing his musical education, influential teachers, career progression, and detailed insights into bass technique and bow strokes. The post Ed Barker […]
- Dave Anderson's modern classic, 7 Duets for Double Bass, receives a refresh from Dave, Double Bass HQ, and Lauren Pierce. The post Dave Anderson’s 7 Double Bass Duets: A New Edition appeared first on Double Bass HQ.
non divisi
frank almond writes a column instead of practicing
- My friends know I’m a huge fan of Seth Godin, the author, entrepreneur, and teacher. He also happens to have the most popular blog in the world (seriously, google the single word “Seth”). One of his recent posts really got my […]
- People say weird stuff during a pandemic. You read them here first. Or probably not. Great! It’s probably just a few weeks off from the orchestra. No way they will cancel next season. I thought PPP was a virus. Wait, […]
ArtsHacker
practical tips, tricks, and pointers for getting things done as an arts manager
- In March, Arts MidWest sponsored a webinar on the Trump Administration’s Executive Orders on DEI. The webinar was led by attorneys from McDermott Will & Emery LLP. Lawyers were eligible to get seminar credit for participating in the webinar so […]
- A number of arts organizations are embracing employees’ desire to work from home on either a full or hybrid basis. Making the switch to this sort of work environment, even for some employees, can impact the organizational culture and requires […]
Retired Blogs
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Adaptistration
DREW MCMANUS ON THE ORCHESTRA BUSINESS
- After 18 years, 10 months, 17 days, and 4,821 posts it’s time to wrap things up. I was listening to the original Broadway cast recording of Hamilton and the track One Last Time came on. If you’re unfamiliar with the […]
Sticks and Drones
Two conductors, on the beat
- Well, it’s happened. You’ve squandered another perfectly good practice session by reading this blog. The good news is that it’s the last time you’re going to be able to blame me for missing that F sharp 9 diminished arpeggio, because we’re […]
There’s Always Room For Cello
The official blog of cellist Lynn Harrell
- Henri Dutilleux has died. His work as a musician and composer is, and like Stravinsky, will remain a pinnacle of accomplishment from our time; and given how long his creativity lasted, it is fair to say his achievements span multiple […]
Who’s Your Audience
Doug Rosenthal on the Arts and Industry of Classical Music
- Anyone in the Classical Music Industry, or anyone connected to folks in the industry, has likely seen this widely-read article by classical tenor Zach Finkelstein on their social media newsfeeds. In a time when future paychecks for many in the […]
Scanning The Dial
Joe Goetz on Classical Music Broadcasting
- I want to start this blog by recounting a story, and one that admittedly doesn’t portray me in the greatest possible light. In the winter of 2018, I was made aware of a national hosting opportunity at APM/PRI’s Classical 24. […]
Brian Dickie
Life after 50 years in opera
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