Baton twirling: frustrated with his Houston gig, Ravinia conductor Christoph Eschenbach dreams bigger
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Eschenbach was one of the best of the piano virtuosi in post-WW II West Germany. His musical career brought him to the US and he made his conducting debut in San Francisco, CA. In 1988 he was hired as conductor of the Houston Symphony but is now frustrated by the community's lack of financial support.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1997
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The Fogel variations
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Fogel has had a successful career managing symphony orchestra societies, but he has run into problems with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Musicians went on strike in the fall of 1991, arguing over health care insurance. The orchestra has its first budget deficit since Fogel took over.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1992
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Playing with ire: simmering anger in the CSO makes Barenboim's tenure as music director less than a sure thing
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Some people criticize Barenboim for the lack of effort he puts into the CSO's performances. Orchestra members criticize him for overworking them and for having poor communication skills. However, Barenboim has had some good ideas and has given some excellent performances.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1995
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