Germany focus – International Arts Manager volume 20 issue 11

 

The November issue of International Arts Manager celebrates Germany’s rich performing arts heritage, from its historic concert halls and world-renowned composers to its cutting-edge contemporary venues.

We explore this cultural landscape through conversations with key figures shaping its future, including Dresden Philharmonic’s Frauke Roth, who reveals the secrets behind achieving 90% capacity audiences, and the Gürzenich Orchestra’s Stefan Englert, who discusses how Cologne’s cultural powerhouse honours its legacy while forging new paths.

News

• Musicians worldwide unite to save Northern Ballet Orchestra
• WOMEX Manchester celebrates record attendance
• Chicago Symphony reveals latest ticket sales
• Azrieli Music Prizes Gala celebrates premieres
• Arts Council England examines working conditions of cultural freelancers
• Upcoming events

Musical Chairs

• From promotions to retirement – find out who’s on the move

Classical Music Signings

• Keep up to date with the latest industry news

Competitions and Awards

• sideNotes: Rethinking national identity in classical music
• Competition winner news and deadlines

Introducing… Raphaela Gromes

Rebel in the Arts:

Grace Okereke challenges systemic bias in the arts

APAP: A View from Here:

Lisa Richards Toney on the importance of holding a safe space

German Focus:

• Artistic Director Frauke Roth on transforming the Dresden Philharmonic
• Gürzenich Orchestra: Managing Director Stefan Englert on balancing tradition with innovation
• Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln on the eve of its centenary

Educating the Arts:

New approaches to arts fundraising with DecisionScience

Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo (HKPAX) Report

Frân Wen at 40

Concours de Genève:

Secretary General Didier Schnorhk offers a rare glimpse into one of the world’s oldest music competitions

Diary: Matthew Barley

A week with the cellist as his new project Light Stories premieres at London’s Southbank