Robert Clemens wrote concerning the Philadelphia Orchestra:

>I'm also assuming they the orchestra(& its backers) would consider
>signing for Naxos(again assuming that King Klaus would consider
>signing the orchestra an asset to his label) beneath their dignity;

If the Piladelphia Orchestra did consider recording for Naxos beneath them,
it deserves nothing but an instant demise.  Personally, I think Robert has
a great idea.  Not only does Naxos have excellent visibility, but it issues
more new classical recordings than any other label.  This would be great
for the orchestra.  I also think that Naxos would be very interested, as
long as the orchestra didn't behave in a prima dona manner and simply
accepted reality.

The above route would be much superior to the Philadelphia Orchestra
having its own label - enhanced visibility and stature.  I realize that a
few list members think well of the "own label" notion; I do not.  It would
be inherently limiting without a distribution apparatus, and it's unlikely
these recordings would be in the retail stores or web sites; that's where
the money is.  The stature and visibility of the orchestra will just
stagnate through its own label.

Don Satz
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