Neo Classical – Page 37 – Holly Mulcahy on the future of classical music

Hi, This Is My Emotional-Support Tarantula

Tue, Nov 25, 2014

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Holly Mulcahy

There are countless stories of musicians having trouble getting their instruments on airplanes. Even though the American Federation of Musicians’ has helped make it legal and easier for musicians to carry on their instruments, the stories continue. While I have a relatively small instrument that fits in the smallest of commuter jet’s overhead compartments, I still get hassled now and then. “You’re going to have to gate check that,” and “Whose violin is this?! I can’t fit my roller bag in the overhead!” have become my monthly norms as I travel for … Continue Reading

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Kids at the Symphony? A How To Guide!

Tue, Nov 18, 2014

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Holly Mulcahy

Last month, Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT) stopped a concert to tell a parent to move herself and her child to a different location in the concert hall because he was afraid the child would disrupt the concert. This caused a fantastic debate about appropriate ages of concert goers, whether children should even be welcome, and if MTT had any ground to stand on with his action. Most orchestras have age limits listed on their websites, and some even offer reduced or free tickets for children. In my own experiences, it’s usually the … Continue Reading

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Worlds Collide, Businesses Thrive

Thu, Nov 6, 2014

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Holly Mulcahy

The month of October got off to an exciting start with the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera. First up was the sold out performance with Yo-Yo Ma. The excitement was palpable for everyone: audience, staff, board, orchestra, and even random people on the street who’d never thought of the symphony until seeing the marquee with Yo-Yo’s name on it. There is an awesome effect that happens to an orchestra and its audience when Yo-Yo Ma comes to play. Everyone plays at levels above and beyond what they felt possible as Yo-Yo invites everyone … Continue Reading

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Where Are Our Wolves?

Thu, Oct 2, 2014

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Holly Mulcahy

A fascinating video is popping around the internet about the amazing effects of the reintroductions of wolves to the Yellowstone National Park (YNP). Within the four minute video you learn that wolves, absent for 70 years in YNP, are reintroduced and how within six years make a positive impact on the food chain and environment. This once dreaded, hated, and nearly hunted to extinction predator was actually a vital link in the environment. From keeping the elk from over grazing (causing erosion) to creating a more balanced playing field for other predators … Continue Reading

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We Know How to Symphony Here!

Wed, Sep 17, 2014

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Holly Mulcahy

Introductions and Tacos This past week was the opening concert of the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera, and it was a nice homecoming after a busy summer away. The first rehearsal back was packed with catching up with as many people as possible and introducing new members as well. This season, the CSO added a number of new violins. While people can socialize somewhat before rehearsal starts, and somewhat at the break, it can be hard to really meet people and say hello before rushing off. So I thought a fun way to … Continue Reading

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