In a perfect world, relations between musicians would be as harmonious as their playing. Sadly, that often isn't the case. I can tell you from personal experience--as well as the experiences of others as related to me--that musicians can be difficult, petty, and backstabbing.
Take the case of Pierre Roy, former principal oboe for the Buffalo Philharmonic. Reportedly a highly talented musician, he became so difficult to work with that he was fired by the orchestra. Among his antics were belittling other musicians, deliberately playing off-key or off tempo, and more. At one point, the orchestra even installed a plexiglass screen between Roy and the principal flutist so there would be no contact between the two.
You can read the entire story as appearing in The Buffalo News here.
Take the case of Pierre Roy, former principal oboe for the Buffalo Philharmonic. Reportedly a highly talented musician, he became so difficult to work with that he was fired by the orchestra. Among his antics were belittling other musicians, deliberately playing off-key or off tempo, and more. At one point, the orchestra even installed a plexiglass screen between Roy and the principal flutist so there would be no contact between the two.
You can read the entire story as appearing in The Buffalo News here.
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