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 [log in to unmask]