“Compared with past outbreaks of fan mania, scientists now have a better understanding of why teens–girls in particular–become so passionate about some musicians, and the recording industry is far more adept at exploiting the phenomenon. Parents of star-struck “Bieliebers”–as his fans are sometimes known–can be assured, experts say, that what looks like mass hysteria is a harmless stage in adolescent development.”
Tag: 06.26.12
St. Louis Symphony Musicians Sign Four-Year Contract (Ahead Of Schedule, No Less!)
“The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and the American Federation of Musicians, Local 2-197, have agreed on a new four-year labor contract, 14 months before the expiration of the current one. … That means that the SLSO, which suffered a rancorous, damaging work stoppage in 2005, is heading into five years of labor peace.”