Consists of notes to use when teaching the case study entitled Expanding Musical Explorers at Carnegie Hall.

This case profiles the University Musical Society (UMS), a performing arts presenter based at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Throughout its history, UMS has programmed uncommon and contemporary works of many kinds. In 2011, these efforts took a significant step forward with the launch of Renegade, performances that feature provocative artistic works. The case traces the development of Renegade, detailing its genesis, programming process, and marketing tactics.

Consists of notes to be used when teaching the case study entitled Getting on Board with National Sawdust.

This case examines the plans developed by the administration of the New World Symphony for its new home, in particular the operating cost projections for using the facility once it was built.

Consists of notes to be used when teaching the case study entitled At the Core: Contract Negotiations at the Hartford Symphony Orchestra.

Examines Pegasus Early Music's initiatives to attract young adult audiences to its early music concert series.

This case study examines some perspectives on the recording industry, particularly as it relates to musicians navigating the new landscape heavily impacted by digital service providers. The study begins with an investigation of digital streaming models and continues by surveying traditional record labels in light of advancements in the digital realm. The reader then encounters the company ArtistShare, which offers recording artists a chance to cultivate relationships with a close circle of patrons, in contrast to the global, less personalized reach of streaming media. The case concludes with consideration of what the industry presents to a performer committed to a musical niche.

This case profiles the Hartford Symphony Orchestra (HSO), which serves residents in the state of Connecticut and southern Massachusetts and represents one of the largest orchestras in New England. Several unique elements of its organizational structure are revealed, before focusing on a set of contract negotiations that hinge on its “core” of 33 members.

Consists of notes to be used when teaching the case study entitled Culture Shock: The Merger of the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra & Music School.

Consists of promotional materials for events featured in the 2015-2016 season of the University of Michigan's University Musical Society.

Consists of notes to be used when teaching the case study entitled Laying the Foundation at the San Francisco Girls Chorus.

This case study examines the inner-workings of the board of directors of National Sawdust, a contemporary music venue, during the organization’s infancy. In August 2016, the board determined that one of its chief priorities for the year ahead was expanding its membership from 18 to 25 directors. The study reveals expectations of National Sawdust’s board members and issues around recruitment and accountability.

Consists of notes to be used when teaching the case study entitled UMS Renegade: Building a Brand of Cutting-Edge Performances.

his case profiles the merger between the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra and The Music School. Completed in 2000, the merger of the two organizations represents the first and largest successful merger of a professional orchestra with an existing community music school in the United States.

Consists of notes to use when teaching the case study entitled After Monetization: The New Recording Landscape for Artists

Consists of notes to be used when teaching the case study entitled Pegasus Early Music and Younger Audiences.

The study highlights the continuing role of the Texas Music Educators Association as an advocate for arts education, exploring the possibility of future legislation to further secure a strong position for quality arts curriculum in Texas schools.

Consists of notes to be used when teaching the case study entitled Taking up residence with Eighth Blackbird.

Provides guidance in teaching the Eastman case studies, which pertain to business problems faced by musical arts organizations.

Consists of notes to use when teaching the case study entitled My House is Your House: Groupmuse’s Revival of Chamber Music.

This case study profiles a pair of contrasting artist residency agreements in the portfolio of a single musical arts organization—the contemporary chamber music sextet Eighth Blackbird. It examines the nature and outcomes of the residencies and assess the merits of the organization’s arrangements with their hosts.

Consists of notes to be used when teaching the case study entitled Building on Trust at the New World Symphony.

After a brief history of the San Francisco Girls Chorus, the case study spotlights foundation research conducted by the organization and the steps it has taken to develop relationships with foundations.

As the education arm of Carnegie Hall, the Weill Music Institute (WMI) offers a diverse portfolio of music education and social impact programs. The WMI team is planning to expand a New York City-based education program, Musical Explorers, which serves students in grades K-2. While Musical Explorers could be scaled using a similar formula to Link Up, the program involves local artists and other considerations that set it apart from its sister program at WMI. After examining the structure of the program, the case unveils different plans for expanding Musical Explorers.