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Butts In the Seats

Musings on practical solutions for arts management

  • All That You Can’t Leave Behind
    Folks may remember that in June 2024 the University of the Arts in Philadelphia pretty abruptly announced they were closing after about 150 years in operation. This came as a shock to faculty, staff, and students. Many students were left […]
  • Why You’ll Frickin’ Love This Collection
    Earlier this month, Hyperallergic had a short article about a video that actor Steve Martin made for the Frick Collection in NYC. What I appreciated was the way the information in the video was ordered. The first 1:15 is focused […]

NEO CLASSICAL

Holly mulcahy on the future of classical music

  • Art Isn’t an Excuse
    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 […]
  • But Who Will Take Care of Your Husband?
    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

  • At home with Gary Karr
    The late Gary Karr shares anecdotes about his background, double bass methods, his approach to sound production, practice routines, and more in this conversation. The post At home with Gary Karr appeared first on Double Bass HQ.
  • Ed Barker on his musical journey and a deep dive into bow strokes
    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 […]

non divisi

frank almond writes a column instead of practicing

  • Follow the Leader
    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 […]
  • Pandemic Quotes
    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

  • Elements Of Legal And Illegal DEI Programs
    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 […]
  • Organizing For Work At Home Staffing
    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 […]

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Although these blogs no longer generate new content, their complete article archives will be made available indefinitely.

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DREW MCMANUS ON THE ORCHESTRA BUSINESS

  • That Time When You Had A Realization
    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

  • GROUND CONTROL TO MAJOR TOM
    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

  • Thank you, Henri.
    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

  • Opera Orchestras in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Working List
    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

  • The Firing of Garrett McQueen
    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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