Anderson & Roe is not your typical virtuoso piano duo. In addition to breathtaking arrangements, they’ve built their career by making spectacular videos.
Though they’ve been featured on The Savvy Musician Blog before, their latest v…
Here are 10 of the most influential books I read in 2011. This year, my reading list focused around the topics of institutional change, education, leadership, business models, and marketing. Notice that not one of the titles on this year’s list is wr…
Read MoreOk, ok, I admit it. I’m a complete Star Wars geek. But even if you don’t know Chewbacca from Midi-Chlorian, this epic video by The Piano Guys is not to be missed. You won’t be disappointed.
Here’s what they have to say about…
The fact that many American orchestras struggle to survive is no secret. In the past few years, top-tier ensembles in Philadelphia, Syracuse, Honolulu, Detroit, Louisville, Dallas, and New Mexico have cancelled concerts, issued pay cuts, declared bankr…
Read MoreThe next time you get nervous for a performance–whether soloing in Carnegie Hall or being put on the spot in a class–may be a sign that it’s time to get Fearless. This video, by the world-renowned horn player from Canadian Brass, Ind…
Read MoreGreat post. It touches on some important themes. I believe there is a trap in mixing all classical music institutions…
I spend a good deal of time dreaming up bold and unconventional success solutions for the arts. While these proposals typically receive serious consideration from some corners, there are others who emotionally shoot them down immediately without any rational thought whatsoever. It seems the closer someone is to a position, the more threatening a fresh[…]
Read MoreThey say some new music is too wierd for audiences. They say it could never sell. They say people only like the tunes they already know and love, written by good faithful Europeans centuries ago.
Well, I say humbug. That all depends on presentation. In…
Today, as the world mourns the loss of visionary leader Steve Jobs—responsible for creating Apple, the Macintosh computer, iPhones, iPods, iPads, and Pixar Animation Studios—is an ideal opportunity to reflect and grow as individuals. This article o…
Read MoreThis is part 3 on a series devoted to Portfolio Careers. Now it’s time to do the math and determine your Portfolio Career Plan (PCP). As you’ll see, this process is quite logical. All you need is a pencil, paper, calculator, and a little creativity.
Read MoreIf you have money to invest, any financial advisor worthy of their corner office will suggest you diversify the portfolio. In other words, don’t put all your eggs in one basket. The same logic can be applied to multiple-stream careers. This post outl…
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