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UMass Grad Balances Music Passion and Demanding Career

4/12/2026

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Howie Singer, a recent University of Massachusetts graduate, began his career at MSG Network in his early 20s.
He requested a day off to attend The Who concert at Shea Stadium.
His boss reluctantly granted the day off but retaliated by assigning him 35 consecutive days of schedule writing.
Despite colleagues' initial doubts about his longevity in the role, Singer proved them wrong through dedication to both work and music.

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Story summary

Howie Singer, a recent University of Massachusetts graduate, began his career at MSG Network in his early 20s.
He requested a day off to attend The Who concert at Shea Stadium.
His boss reluctantly granted the day off but retaliated by assigning him 35 consecutive days of schedule writing.
Despite colleagues' initial doubts about his longevity in the role, Singer proved them wrong through dedication to both work and music.