If memory serves me correctly, 2020 is the first time the 72-year-old Aldeburgh Festival won’t be going ahead. No surprises why. COVID. This is notable because of the oft-told story of Benjamin Britten’s annual jamboree. Fire at Snape Maltings Concert Hall back in 1967 on the eve of that year’s festival might have threatened proceedings.…
Musicians are reassuring us audience members that they’re continuing to play as they await our return to the auditorium.
I can’t remember the last time the words ‘a live stream’ had been quite so an exciting prospect. In the run up to it I wasn’t entirely sure why, but it was exciting enough to insist of moving my laptop, phone and notebook to the sofa to watch on the ‘Big Screen’ downstairs in the…
I cannot remember the last time I’ve scrolled through my emails all bleary-eyed in bed only to discover in a split second, reading the header for one incoming press release, that I need to get up immediately, reach for the laptop and start typing furiously. The top-line messages make for stark and depressing reading. The…
Identifying the recent blocks to writing, the challenges of creating content that will cut through, and managing oneself in isolation.
Some tips for classical musicians about how to maximise their digital presence during COVID19
How video calls are supporting me, how best to manage them and how to get the best out of them.
London Philharmonic Orchestra On Thursday 26 March the London Philharmonic Orchestra announced its digital response to the COVID-19 crisis – LPOnline – including unique performances filmed remotely in the homes of orchestra members, concert playlists, and a range of online resources for schools, home learning, and social care projects. Fenella Humphreys Fenella is combining live…
For those nimble organisations with a generalist skillset, now is the time to set up your digital space.
Half hour confidential conversations to help adjust to a new way of thinking.