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Kennedy Center president Michael Kaiser specializes in reviving arts organizations. He joins us to share his new book, "The Art of the Turnaround," and to talk about his new role with New York City Opera. Plus: Danish bassist Anne Mette Iversen and her jazz quartet perform live in our studio.
Turning Around Arts Organizations
In a new book, management adviser and Kennedy Center president Michael Kaiser outlines ten basic rules that helped him revive American Ballet Theatre, London's Royal Opera, and other organizations. Kaiser joins us to talk about his book, "The Art of the Turnaround," and his role in New York City Opera's ...
Remembering Betty Freeman
Betty Freeman died in Los Angeles on Friday at the age of 87. She was a driving force behind much new music of the last 50 years, including such modern classics as Steve Reich’s Different Trains. In all, more than 80 composers were beneficiaries of her support, totaling over 400 ...
Underground Founder Comes Up for Air
Danish bassist-composer Anne Mette Iversen seamlessly combines elements of jazz, classical music and swing in her latest album, "Best of the West." She's also a founder of the Brooklyn Jazz Underground, a composer cooperative. Iverson and her jazz quartet joins us for a live performance in the studio.
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Bailout for the Arts
The new year opens with some pretty dour economic news, and as often happens, the arts become something of a canary in the coal mine. When times are tough, it seems to affect arts organizations early, and disproportionately. Especially smaller organizations. Here in NY, I think immediately of the New ...