ecarroll

Matt,

To expand. . . I'm very taken by the LAPhil's concept of miniature festivals that happen within the context of their broader, more diverse, season.

Here's an example from the LAPhil website:

"Under the guidance of Festival Director David Robertson, Concrete Frequency is a multi-disciplinary series of events designed to examine and celebrate the elements that define a city, and how they are affected by, and reflected in, music. Anchored by three stimulating orchestral programs, this unique exploration will be enhanced by a film festival, a view of urban and pop culture through dance and music, and thought-provoking symposia."

Packaging like this creates a buzz and helps the music to stand out from the many listening options available in a big city. It reminds me, in a sense, of the seasons for opera, ballet, and concerts before such disciplines became available to audiences year-round. If you don't go out of your way to attend, you'll miss it.

Thoughts, anyone?

Best,
EC