So you wanna be an Orchestra Manager? Click here for the job posting. A lifetime of fabulous concerts in exotic locales awaits.In all seriousness, I’m looking forward to finding out how many people apply, what their backgrounds are, etc. I think it’s one of the best orchestra jobs in the country, and I’m hoping it … More Job Posting
After a rather lengthy search, we announced the appointment of a new Concertmaster today. New York based Yosuke Kawasaki will assume the post beginning in September, and I think he’ll be a great fit. He plays extremely musically, has excellent technique, and has a very calm temperment that will suit the orchestra well. The actual … More At Last, A Concertmaster
Ottawa has a reputation for being a sleepy government town. You know, the kind of place where you can’t get a decent meal after 9:00 pm, bars close at midnight, and the docile sports fans sit on their hands for the entire game.Personally, I think the city is much more vibrant than that, and it’s … More Canada Day in Ottawa
Well, after nine years with the orchestra, I’ve decided it’s time for a change. So, as of September 4th, I’ll be the General Manager of the Scenes. For the uninitiated, the Centre produces a festival celebrating the artists of a specific province or region every two years in Ottawa. In April 2009, we’ll be presenting … More Movin’ On
The Globe and Mail‘s review of the Toronto concert is here. At least Tamara didn’t use the word “masochism” in her review.
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