You can read about a critic’s life. But trust me on this one: an oboist’s life is even better.
I’ll have my hunk of a secretary blog about it tomorrow. Right now I’m due for the massage and then I’m flying to Italy for a little meal.
Ciao.
You can read about a critic’s life. But trust me on this one: an oboist’s life is even better.
I’ll have my hunk of a secretary blog about it tomorrow. Right now I’m due for the massage and then I’m flying to Italy for a little meal.
Ciao.
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[...] Finally, Tim Mangan describes what the life of a classical critic is really like. Here’s a quick sample: “My editor had told me to go home early. “Take a nap,” he said. “You’ve been working too hard, and we need you to be fresh for the big concert tonight.” When I got back to the ranch, a phone call awaited. “It’s Riccardo Muti,” my secretary, not at all bad looking, told me. “He wants a few tips on improving his Bruckner.” I told her to tell him I was out and would get back to him. Blissful sleep awaited.” Miss Mussel suspected as much. It’s nice to know she’s on the road to the good life. (via oboeinsight) [...]