As I have mentioned before, I play the oboe with our local civic orchestra. I have been doing this for almost 20 years. I participate as a community member in the orchestra of a music program of a small Christian university to supplement the students so we have all of the instruments represented. The universityContinue reading “Music to Their Eyes”
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Feeding the Masses, Part 2
In part 1 of “Feeding the Masses, ” we looked at the different types of dietary constraints an event planner may encounter when coordinating a food and beverage event. Dietary issues are only one aspect of these events. There are many other complexities to consider when planning an event with F&B. Here are a fewContinue reading “Feeding the Masses, Part 2”
Feeding the Masses, Part 1
Any planner who has ever coordinated a food and beverage event understands the complexities of accommodating the many dietary restrictions some people live with. There will almost never be a one-size-fits-all meal but let me provide you with some tidbits to help you navigate this process. Keep in mind there is a difference between aContinue reading “Feeding the Masses, Part 1”
From Malls to Event Halls
Even before the “year that shall not be named” shut the world down, malls around the country (at least in my area) started losing their stores. Outdoor malls, online shopping, and economy fluctuations could be contributing factors to this phenomenon. There’s a decent-sized mall within walking distance from me that is empty except for oneContinue reading “From Malls to Event Halls”
Orchestra Etiquette
An orchestra concert can be an elegant event. I have played in orchestra concerts, I have attended orchestra concerts, and I have helped organize orchestra concerts. I have played the oboe for 40+ years so I feel I can speak with some authority on the subject of orchestra etiquette from the viewpoint of both theContinue reading “Orchestra Etiquette”