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Butts In the Seats
Musings on practical solutions for arts management
- Government agencies tend to have a reputation for being dull, unimaginative, and rule bound. Speaking from experience, I can confirm there is good reason for that reputation. I have to say though that the National Park Service social media accounts […]
- Back in April The Lancet had a brief piece by researchers of arts and health cautioning readers about the strength of research results connecting the arts with positive health outcomes. In general critiques have to do with the research methodologies […]
NEO CLASSICAL
Holly mulcahy on the future of classical music
- 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 […]
- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Revolutionary AI Tool Promises to Bow Your Orchestral Parts in Seconds [Austin, TX — April 1, 2025] In a groundbreaking technological leap set to transform the lives of concertmasters worldwide, a new AI-powered tool promises to take […]
Double Bass Blog
jason heath on double bass news and resources
- 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.
- Since arriving in Los Angeles in 1999, bassist Michael Valerio has built a career in one of the world’s most competitive music scenes. Mike shares the journey behind his success, the pivotal moments that shaped his path, and the skills […]
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 […]
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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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