Strangely, I have lately run across a certain mentality in the orchestra business that I thought was heading into extinction. Silly me.
Bill Eddins
Étoile du Nord – Volume I
It occurred to me recently that in many ways that when we talk about orchestras much of what we refer to is somewhat … abstract.
To Laugh? To Cry?
It’s a sign of the times, and in any other economic situation I would declare it the rebirth of Reason in the World. Instead it’s just kinda depressing.
Concert snapshot: The Minnesota Orchestra
I rarely attend orchestra concerts. Usually I’m the one conducting, and if I’m not then it’s probably my turn to look after the kids. Today was a rare exception.
ONE MORE TIME!!!
I’m about to enter my own personal hell and it has led to some reflection on repertoire and the rep choices that orchestras make.
Dear Mr. President…
Dear Mr. President…….. First, let me tell you how delighted I am to be able to say those words.
Soul Food for Thought
We’re coming up on MLK Jr. day so it is time to reflect on what I’ve been doing the past couple of months.
The Floggings will continue…..
Note to orchestra administrations everywhere: you wonder why there are some musicians in your ensemble who complain that they feel like indentured servants? Well, sometimes you treat them like that, and here’s a perfect example.