How to Avoid Scheduling Conflicts in Multi-Room Music Festivals
Dr. Scott Jeppesen~6 min read
Multi-room festivals create scheduling complexity that compounds quickly. A reflection on where conflicts come from—and what actually helps.
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Educational vs. Competitive Festivals: Designing a Meaningful Adjudication Experience
Dr. Scott Jeppesen~6 min read
Educational festivals prioritize growth over rankings. A reflection on rubrics, feedback, and how we can help students hear what they need to hear.
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From Registration Forms to Performance Day: Building a Smooth Festival Workflow
Dr. Scott Jeppesen~6 min read
Registration is only the start. A reflection on approval workflows, invoicing, performance-day coordination, and what happens after the last note.
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Spreadsheets vs. Festival Management Software: What Larger Festivals Need to Consider
Dr. Scott Jeppesen~6 min read
Spreadsheets work for small events. As festivals grow, hidden costs and scaling problems emerge. A reflection on when to reconsider the tools we use.
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