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From Powdered Wigs to Protests: Short Stories, Essays, and Memoirs Unmasking Symphony Orchestra Culture


Classical Musicians Guide to Knowing Your Rights!
It's essential to know your legal rights, your protections, and how to take action when lines are crossed, whether you're a freelance artist, orchestral musician, conservatory student, or professor.

Katie A. Berglof
Apr 28


You're Not a Dumpster Fire: Dealing with Catastrophic Thinking in Music
They’re the sneaky little thoughts that pop up when you flub an entrance and think, "Should I abandon music and open a taco truck instead?"

Katie A. Berglof
Dec 15, 2024


A Defense Fund for Musician Advocates & Victims of Harassment
The Courage Over Silence Defense Fund supports classical musicians—survivors, whistleblowers, & advocates facing harassment.

Katie A. Berglof
Dec 13, 2024


The Hidden Curriculum: The Untold Story of Music Professors’ Babysitting & Personal Exploits
“Can I ask you a favor?” they begin. Before you know it, you’ve agreed to babysit their child while they attend a “very important” concert.

Katie A. Berglof
Aug 16, 2024
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