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October 17, 2011
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In Memory - Dr. Wesley Verne Blomster: 1929 - 2011
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Dr. Wesley Verne Blomster: 1929 - 2011
 Dr. Wesley Verne Blomster died October 1, 2011 of prostate cancer. Wes had a distinguished career as a German professor at the University of Colorado and as a local and international music critic. As a child of the Great Depression, Wes lived the American Dream and left a legacy of students and a love and passion for music, literature, and the arts that has no equal. Wes is survived by his brother Dwayn Blomster, his son Thomas and daughter in law Nikki Tsuchiya, and Wesley's divorced wife Adelheid Blomster. Wes requested that memorial contributions be made to his son Thomas' orchestra:
Colorado Chamber Orchestra
1820 Race Street Denver, CO 80206-1116
Condolences may be mailed to Thomas at the same address above (1820 Race St).
Plans are being made by the family for a concert next year celebrating Wes.
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CSO Appoints Jim Copenhaver as Interim President and CEO
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DENVER-October 12, 2011 - The Colorado Symphony Board of Trustees announced today that it has appointed Jim Copenhaver as the association's Interim President and CEO, replacing James Palermo.
Jim Copenhaver served as past Executive Director to the Colorado Symphony and is a Senior Partner with JC Enterprises, a management consulting firm. He recently served as Interim President/CEO of the Association of Performing Arts Presenters in Washington, DC.
Over the next two months, the CSA board, under the leadership of newly elected co-chairs, Jerome Kern and Mary Rossick Kern, are working diligently with the staff and musicians to revise the existing budget and create a financially maintainable business model.
"Our primary objective is to evolve the business model of the organization to better match today's economic climate. Our community deserves a great orchestra and it is our responsibility to preserve this treasure for this generation and future generations," says board co-chair, Jerome Kern. "We encourage people to take advantage of the opportunity to hear wonderful music performed by an outstandingly talented orchestra over the next few months and throughout the new year."
The Colorado Symphony performs this weekend (Friday-Sunday) under the direction of Peter Oundjian and features renowned violinist, Robert McDuffie. The program includes Beethoven's inspirational 7th Symphony. A revised concert schedule is in place for the balance of October and November. The original concert schedule for the 2011-2012 season will resume on December 5. For more information and to purchase concert tickets, visit www.coloradosymphony.org
Related Story:
Embattled Colorado Symphony Orchestra turns to ex-chief
By Ray Mark Rinaldi
The Denver Post
Posted: 10/13/2011 01:00:00 AM MDT
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Longtime musicians remember days when gigs were plentiful in Vegas
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By Sonya Padgett
LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL Posted: Sep. 25, 2011 | 12:09 a.m. Bill Bailey remembers the days when he would say about his job: "I don't want to be doing this when I'm 50." Bailey, 61, played upright bass in the Desert Inn's house band in the early 1980s. It was a regular job that came with a regular paycheck and benefits and, like all regular jobs, there were times when it was frustrating. So when he would say that he didn't want to be doing "this" in his 50s, he meant the late nights and the drudgery that comes from playing the same music night in and night out. But this was not what he had in mind: a Las Vegas Strip mostly devoid of live musical accompaniment, shows that perform to prerecorded scores, a career abbreviated by a lack of opportunities in a town where there once were too many. "I was aware that I had one of the best jobs in the world," Bailey says. "To get a regular paycheck on a mostly regular basis, to get the union benefits for doing what you love, it was a great privilege. I'm sure I didn't appreciate it at the time. Read On
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Philly Orchestra musicians' national pension fund opposes contract proposal
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October 13, 2011
By Peter Dobrin, Inquirer Music Critic
Even before details have been revealed on a new labor contract for Philadelphia Orchestra musicians, the national pension fund representing 50,000 musicians says it opposes the contract because it ends the association's participation in the pension fund.
"In light of the trustees' responsibility under federal pension law, the fund currently sees no alternative to litigation to protect the interests of all of its participating musicians," said Alan Raphael, cochair of the American Federation of Musicians and Employers Pension Fund.
In a statement, the fund said "an agreement reached by the Philadelphia Orchestra Association is the culmination of a strategy to avoid its obligation to pay the fund contributions of up to $35 million it owes for benefits earned by its musicians."
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A Metropolitan Opera High Note, as Donations Hit $182 Million
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By DANIEL J. WAKIN and KEVIN FLYNN
Published: October 10, 2011
New York Times
Velvet costumes evoked Tudor opulence at Donizetti's "Anna Bolena" during last month's opening night at the Metropolitan Opera. The red carpet was out; celebrities lent pop culture pizazz; and the audience had a genuine star, Anna Netrebko, to cheer for, which it did, lustily.
In the warren of Met administrative offices, the people who run one of the world's busiest opera houses had something else to applaud: a record amount of contributions for the fiscal year that ended in July. According to preliminary figures released for the first time, the Met hauled in $182 million, an astonishing amount in a tough economic climate and 50 percent more than it raised just the year before.
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In This Issue
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| In Memory -...Dr. Wesley Verne Blomster | | CSO Appoints Jim Copenhaver as Interim President and CEO | | When gigs were plentiful in Vegas | | Philly Orchestra musicians' national pension fund opposes contract proposal | | Met Donations Hit $182 Millionon Moewes | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Dale Bruning and Jude Hibler presents, 10/21 | | Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 10/23 | | Loveland Friends of Chamber Music, 10/23 | | Second Tuesdays at Trinity, 10/25 | | Lydia Sviatlovskaya, 10/30 | | Concert and lecture by Dr. Richard Kogan, 11/8 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Opening for Male/Female Vocalist | | OPEN POSITION: Music Director, Aurora Symphony | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Contribute to the CSO Musicians Assistance Fund | | MusiCares Dental Clinic - Nov 17 at the DMA | | Membership dues for the 4th quarter are now payable | | Body Mapping Workshop, 10/4, 11 & 18 | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Vote Yes on Initiative 300 | | Occupy Wall Street Stays Put | | Republicans Block Jobs Bill | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Pro Musica Chamber Orchestra, 10/21-22 | | Broomfield Symphony Orchestra, 10/22 | | Evergreen Chamber Orchestra, 10/30 | | Lakewood Symphony Auditions | | Metro Community Band Openings | | Regis: Calling all faculty/staff/community string players | | Community Band Seeks New Members | | Golden Eagle Concert Band Auditions | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | Greater Boulder Youth Orchestra, 10/30 | | 3rd Annual Peakharmonic Orchestral Worksho | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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Colorado Symphony Orchestra
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 The Devil's Fiddler Fri, Oct 28, 7:30PM The phenomenal Gypsy fiddler Roby Lakatos is a rare musician who defies description. A scorching virtuoso equally comfortable performing classical, jazz and his own Hungarian folk idiom, Lakatos and his ensemble join the Colorado Symphony for an explosive mix of authentic Gypsy music with great themes from all around the world. With superb panache, Roby, his ensemble and the Symphony offer an electrifying program.
Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
Roby Lakatos, violin
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 Patti LuPone Sat, Oct 29, 7:30PM This First Lady of the American Broadway theater has more Tony® awards and film credits than you can shake a stick at. Lead roles in Gypsy, Sweeney Todd, Anything Goes, and Oliver! are just a few of this legendary performer's triumphs. LuPone sky-rocketed to international stardom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Evita and has never looked back. Television credits include Frasier, Law & Order, and ABC's Life Goes On and have solidified this versatile artist's universal appeal. Patti LuPone pays tribute to the Broadway that raised her in selections from her favorite musicals.
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Dale Bruning and Jude Hibler presents, 10/21
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The Timeless Music Travelog on October 21st Friday
The Senior Center - Longmont
Dale Bruning and Jude Hibler, along with Mark Simon and Paul Romaine will be presenting The Timeless Music Travelog on October 21st, Friday at The Longmont Senior Center located at 910 Longs Peak in Longmont at 2:30 pm. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Ticket price is $8. For additional information call the sponsor, The Longmont Council for the Arts at 303-678-7869.
Join Dale and Jude for a tour through parts of the United States via such songs as Autumn in New York, Moonlight in Vermont, and Port 'o Call, among others.
* Lynn Skinner will be presenting A Tribute to Lena Horne with Dale Bruning, Ron Miles, Mark Simon, and Paul Romaine December 18 at Dazzle. info@dazzlejazz.com or call 303-839-5100.
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 10/23
| | Carl St. Clair conducts Brahms, Sibelius, and a premiere
Don't miss the Colorado Springs' premiere of Frank Ticheli's Shooting Stars (commissioned by the concert's guest conductor, Carl St. Clair), along with Sibelius' iconic Violin Concerto and Brahms' perennial favorite, Symphony No. 4. With guest violinist Mayuko Kamio.
October 22, 8:00 pm and October 23, 2:30 pm
Concert previews begin one hour before performances
El Pomar Foundation Masterworks
Carl St. Clair, conductor
Mayuko Kamio, violin
TICHELI Shooting Stars
SIBELIUS Violin Concerto in D minor
BRAHMS Symphony No. 4
Listen, discover, and read the program notes online >>
Tickets from $19/$12 students
By phone at 719-520-SHOW
Online at csphilharmonic.org
In person at the Pikes Peak Center box office
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Loveland Friends of Chamber Music, 10/23
|  Loveland Friends of Chamber Music presents Virtuoso Harpist Rachel Ellins performing the castelnuovo-Tedesco Hart Concertino with the Friends Ensemble Sunday Afternoon October 23 at 3:00 PM. This concert is held at the Schefter Home 5407 Wild Plum Drive in Loveland. Ellins will perform other works on the program with cello, including The Swan from the Saint-Seans 'Carnaval'. Tickets at the door. Questions: 970 663 7928.
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Second Tuesdays at Trinity Concert Series, 10/25
| Our bonus concert on October 25 will feature musicians from the Colorado Symphony in an intriguing and thought-provoking evening of string quartet music. Violinists Erik Peterson and David Waldman, violist Kelly Shanafelt, and cellist Thomas Heinrich will perform Schubert's String Quartet #14 in D minor (Death and the Maiden) and George Crumb's Black Angels for Electric String Quartet.
Schubert's D minor string quartet is haunted by allusions to loss and grief, with the second movement consisting of five variations
on the poem, "Death and the Maiden." Crumb's electric string quartet is subtitled Thirteen images from the dark land and as the composer himself noted, is probably the only quartet to have been inspired by the Vietnam War. The use of electric string instruments is not only unusual, but gives an other-worldly effect, and Crumb has the performers also playing various percussion instruments and water-filled crystal goblets for a "glass harmonica" effect.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students. Parking is free.
Trinity Presbyterian Church
7755 Vance Drive, Arvada 80003
For more information, please visit the church website at www.tpcarvada.org or call 303-422-3656 x25.
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Lydia Sviatlovskaya, 10/30
| Duo Classica in Concert
Magic of Dance
October 30th, 2011 at 4 PM
Grace United Methodist Church
Violinist Lydia Sviatlovskaya
Pianist Olga Dashevskaya
The Music of: F. Kreisler
C. Debussy
M. Ravel
J.Brahms
P. Sarasate
D. Shostakovich
A. Piazzolla
Tickets at the door:
$15 Adult - $10 Student
Grace United Methodist Church - 4905 E. Yale Ave, Denver
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Benefit concert and lecture by Dr. Richard Kogan, 11/8
|  "Meet the REAL Beethoven"
A very special benefit concert and lecture by Dr. Richard Kogan Tuesday November 8, 2011, 7 p.m. Bethany Lutheran Church 4500 East Hampden Avenue, Englewood, CO Back by popular demand! Think 360 Arts is delighted to present again Dr. Richard Kogan, exploring the mind and music of Beethoven in his "Meet the REAL Beethoven" performance. If you caught Dr. Kogan's spring Gershwin concert you know you don't want to miss the Beethoven concert/lecture in which Dr. Kogan will explore the interrelationships of psychology, illness, and creativity through the life and music of Ludwig von Beethoven. Dr. Kogan is a graduate of the Juilliard School of Music Pre-College, Harvard College and Harvard Medical School. He has a distinguished career both as a concert pianist and as a psychiatrist and has gained renown for his lecture/recitals that explore the role of music in healing and the influence of psychiatric and medical illnesses on the creative output of composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, Tchaikovsky, George Gershwin and Leonard Bernstein. Kogan has given these presentations at music festivals, concert series, medical conferences, and scholarly symposia throughout the world. Yo Yo Ma, Richard Kogan's Harvard College roommate, says "I have always been amazed at Richard's fluency in all things musical and academic. His lectures give great insight into the important connections between composers' great works and the state of mind that fuels their creative output." For more information please call 720-904-8890 x106 All proceeds benefit Think 360 Arts Complete Education, whose mission is to cultivate and sustain the arts as essential to a complete education, a vibrant economy, and a dynamic community.
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STEADY ENGAGEMENTS
| Bob Montgomery - Al Hermann Quartet, Last Thursday of every month 6 to 9 pm @ Treppeda's Italian Ristorante, 300 2nd Avenue in Niwot, CO. 303-652-1606
http://www.treppedas.com
Scott Martin, Sundays
pianist Scott Martin and the band Sundays at Vic's
Vic's Espresso, 2680 Broadway, Boulder
Boulder's longest (7yrs.) ongoing live jazz gig
Sundays from noon to 2 pm
www.SundaysAtVics.com
David Brussel, Selected Thursdays
Performing on selected Thursdays at the Mercury Cafe, 7 p.m.
2199 California St.
Denver CO 80205
303-294-9258
James Hyatt, Tuesdays
Pete and I are performing at Trailside every Tuesday for awhile. We start at 7:30 so it won't be a late night. Stop in and say hello.
10360 Colorado Blvd, Thornton, CO - 303-457-0660
Jeffrey Straach, Mondays
Every Monday, 6-9 PM at the Bliss Café
7501 Grandview, Arvada
Convergence, First Friday of every month
7 & 9pm Convergence Denver's All-Star band, now performing every 1st Friday! Featuring Paul Romaine, John Gunther, Eric Gunnison, Marc Simon, Mark Patterson, and Greg Gisbert! $10
Dazzle Restaurant, 930 Lincoln St.
Queen City Jazz Band, 3rd and 5th Sundays
QCJB plays regularly on 3rd Sundays, and on the 5th Sunday when there is one, approx 4x/year.
6pm, Bull & Bush Pub, 4700 Cherry Creek South Dr, Glendale, 303.759.0333
Complete QCJB Schedule at Queen City Jazz Band
Purnell Steen and LeJazz Machine
Join us every third Wednesday through July at Crossroads at Five Points!
call 303-832-0929 for reservations
Hot Tomatoes Dance Orchestra - First Sunday of every month, 8:00pm -11:00pm
Mercury Cafe, 22nd & California Street, Denver
Info: 303-369-6890 Hot Tomatoes Website
Jennifer Lane - Rock & Soul duo - Thurs thru Sat
Elway's Steakhouse
1st and University in Cherry Creek
Thursday's, Friday's and Saturday's, 7pm - 11pm
Call for info and reservations @ 303-399-5353 www.jenniferlaneonline.com
Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra Presents
Every month, MJO features two different high school jazz ensembles in concert at Dazzle! Playing the second and third Monday of each month (with some exceptions), the school plays one set followed by a set from MJO. The big finale includes both bands on stage featuring soloists from both groups. One of MJO's missions is to support jazz in the schools and this program, in our 6th year, continues to be wildly successful. Reservation ALWAYS recommended at Dazzle (303-839-5100). Great food, great atmosphere and always a great night of big band music! Check our website (MetropolitanJazzOrchestra.org) for our calendar and to confirm each month's schedule.
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AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES
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Opening for Male/Female Vocalist - USAF Academy Band
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The United States Air Force Academy Band
Peterson AFB, Colorado Springs, CO
ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR
Male/Female VOCALIST
Commercial Skills Required
Resume/AF Pre-screen Deadline: December 16, 2011
Audition Date: January 20, 2012
$31,375 - $39,000 annually
Full medical and dental benefits
30 days paid vacation per year
College loan repayment up to $10,000
GI Bill for college up to $80,000
www.usafacademyband.af.mil
Visit our website for audition requirements
For more information, please contact TSgt Susan Govier at (719) 556-9966 or TSgt Tim Stombaugh (719) 556-9935
The United States Air Force is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Music Teachers needed for a class in Westminster
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Wondering if there are any music teachers out there who might be interested in running a weekly music class at our business in Westminster (Jumpin' Jordy's). We're hoping to find someone with experience teaching music to young children to do a 30-45 minute music class once per week, probably in the morning on a weekday. If any music teachers are interested, or if anyone has a referral, please call Windy at 303-396-4442, or reply to this email. Thanks!
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Contribute to the CSO Musicians Assistance Fund
| OMH, Inc. to accept contributions on behalf of CSO musicians
Our Musical Heritage, Inc. (OMH) a Colorado 501c(3) non-profit arm of the Denver Musicians Association (DMA) has set up a CSO Musicians Assistance Fund. This Fund will accept tax-deductible contributions from the general public who wish to assist Colorado Symphony Orchestra (CSO) musicians who are facing financial challenges due to a reduction in scheduled concerts for at least the next two months. Funds will be disbursed to the CSO musicians in consultation with an Assistance Fund Committee. Cash or checks will be accepted. Checks should be made out to Our Musical Heritage, Inc. (or OMH) and mailed to: Our Musical Heritage, Inc., 1165 Delaware Street, Denver CO 80204.
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MusiCares Dental Clinic - Nov 17 at the Denver Musicians Association
|  THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17th, 2011
9:00am - 4:30pm
MusiCares, in collaboration with the Denver Musicians Association and Local 20-623 AFM, will sponsor a free dental clinic for local Denver music professionals. Those eligible will receive a complete dental exam, bitewing X-rays and a dental cleaning free of charge. The event will be held Thursday, November 17th, from 9:00am - 4:30pm at the Denver Musicians Association 1165 Delaware St., Denver, CO 80204.
All appointments must be scheduled in advance.
For more information and to apply, please visit www.musicaresdenverdental.eventbrite.com or call 1-800-687-4227.
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Membership dues for the 4th quarter are now payable
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Membership dues for the 4th quarter (October-December 2011) are now payable. Regular member dues are $38.50/quarter; Life member dues are $22/quarter; Inactive Life member dues are $16.25/quarter. Please pay before the last month of the quarter to avoid a $5 late fee.If you have questions about your membership dues, please contact the DMA office at (303) 573-1717
The DMA office will be closed Monday October 10th in observance of Columbus Day.
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"What Every Musician Needs to Know About the Body" 10/11 & 18
| October 4, 11 & 18, 2011, 7-9pm
Clear, concise, and practical information about how the body moves in order to make music is presented in the course "What Every Musician Needs to Know About the Body."™ Certified Body Mapping Instructor Bonnie Draina, DMA, offers this dynamic series exploring the structures of alignment and balance, the role of sensory perception in practice and performance, and cultivation of inclusive awareness. Individual coaching and group activities ensure that students begin applying new information immediately to their own neurological maps and skill sets. Participants can expect to come away with greater physical freedom and increased ability to carry out desired technical skills and artistic impulses. Class size limited to 15. Wear comfortable clothing and Bring your instrument (singers bring a music folder). Day/Time: Tuesday evenings 7-9pm, October 4, 11 and 18 Location: CU-Boulder, Imig Music Building, Room C-125. Tuition: $100 $50 discount for current CU College of Music students $10 discount for current RMCMA students and faculty. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) available for teachers for an additional $45. Click here to register today |
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Vote Yes on Initiative 300: Earned Paid Sick Days
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VOTE YES for Paid Sick and Safe Time -Initiative 300-on your October ballot.
Currently, 41 percent of Denver workers do not have earned paid sick days. That means more than 108,000 workers, many in low-wage sectors like food service, personal health care and child care, are forced to choose between their health and a day's wages. And in this tough economy, taking unpaid time off is not an option for too many hard-working people, even when they are sick.
Voting yes on Initiative 300 will ensure Denver workers have paid sick days and will no longer have to make the impossible decision between their families they love and the jobs they need.
We can change that. Help keep workers in their jobs:
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Occupy Wall Street Stays Put, Call for Jobs Rings Out
| Oct. 14, 2011
As Occupy Wall Street protesters in New York turned back an eviction threat (click here), union, community and student activists have been taking part in events around the country to speak out against economic inequality, Big Banks, Wall Street and congressional Republicans who are standing in the way of job creation. The AFL-CIO's America Wants to Work National Week of Action runs through Oct. 16. To find an event near you, click here: http://local.we-r-1.org/weareone.
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Republicans Block Jobs Bill
| Oct. 12, 2011
Rather than voting to put America back to work, all 46 Republican senators last night voted against President Obama's American Jobs Act, sustaining their filibuster against the bill. Says AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka: "The Republicans who unanimously blocked this courageous bill have no plan and seek to profit politically from the country's pain."
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COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA & BAND
Note:
Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial
engagements.
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Pro Musica Chamber Orchestra, 10/21-22
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Cynthia Katsarelis, Music Director
Oct. 21 & 22, 2011 - Upcoming Season Opener!
7:30 pm Concert, 6:30 pm Pre-Concert Talk
The Soldier's Story
Igor Stravinsky L'Histoire du Soldat
KVOD's Charley Samson, Narrator
W.A. Mozart Symphony No. 25, the Little G Minor
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011
Saint John's Episcopal Cathedral
1350 Washington Street, Denver
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011
Mountain View United Methodist Church
355 Ponca Place, Boulder
For more information, please email us at:info@promusicacolorado.org
or call:
720-443-0565
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Broomfield Symphony Orchestra, 10/22
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BROOMFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Saturday, October 22, 2011, 7:30 p.m., Broomfield Auditorium. The Broomfield Symphony Orchestra presents its opening concert of the 2011-12 season with Music Director David Brussel leading Tchaikovsky's Waltz from Eugene Onegin, Haydn's Symphony No. 104 (the "London"), and featuring soloist David Korevaar in Rachmaninov's Second Piano Concerto. Tickets $6 - $15. Visit our web site at www.broomfieldsymphony.org, or call 303-912-1649 for more information.
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Evergreen Chamber Orchestra Fall Recital, 10/30
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Evergreen Chamber Orchestra Fall Recital, October 30, 3 p.m. in a mountain area home.
Members of the orchestra will present solos and small ensembles in this intimate setting, followed by a meet-the-musicians reception. Works to be presented are
Giovanni Buononcini: Sonata # 1 for cello and piano
Louis Cahuzac: Cantilene, for clarinet and piano
William Hill: Three Tangos for cello quartet and violin duo
Johann Sebastian Bach: Italian Concerto for piano
Richard Rodney Bennett: Summer Music for clarinet and piano
Reservations are required. Leave contact information and number of tickets requested at 303-670-6558 and you will be contacted with directions. Tickets $15 Adults, $12 Seniors $7 Students. Group rates are available in advance. Www.evergreenchamberorch.org
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| Lakewood Symphony auditions for Principal Trumpet |
Lakewood Symphony is holding auditions for principal trumpet. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays, 7:30-10, Sept thru May at Green Mountain United Methodist Church; concerts are at the Lakewood Cultural Center. Call 303 - 980-0400 for requirements, appointment, and further information.
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Metro Community Band Openings
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Comprised of some Metropolitan State College students and community members, the band under the direction of Gerald Endsley meets on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 P.M. in the King Center Concert Hall on the Auraria campus. All wind and percussion instruements are welcome and there are no fees, auditions, or chair placements. The band generaly shares two concerts per semester with other metro ensembles. For more information, call Mr. Endsley at 303-388-0183 or via email at gendsley@ecentral.com. Information may also be had from the Metro Statre music office at 303-556-3180.
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Regis University: Calling all faculty/staff/community string players
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The Department of Fine and Performing Arts Music Program at Regis University calls on faculty, staff and community string players (violin, viola, cello, double bass) to join its Chamber String Ensemble this fall at Regis. The goal is to establish and develop the University's first college/community chamber orchestra.
The Chamber String Ensemble is currently under the direction of Dr. Charles Lee and rehearses on Monday afternoons from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Its winter concert is scheduled for Wednesday, December 7. While students must register for the course, faculty and staff do not need to register but may do so if they are seeking credit.
Interested faculty, staff and community string players are encouraged to contact Charles Lee via email at: clee@regis.edu Or call Charles at (303) 947-9961 for more information.
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Community Band Seeking New Members (Edgewater/Lakewood)
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Our non-profit Mile High Community Band seeks musicians of all ages, teen through adult, and at all levels of accomplishment, to join us for rehearsals on Thursday nights in Edgewater (just west of Denver).
Our organization's mission is to provide rewarding music education and performance opportunities for youth and adults at all skill levels. We have various bands for different skill levels, beginning through advanced, including jazz/blues and concert bands. In particular, we welcome additional brass and woodwind musicians.
We meet Thursday evenings at Jefferson High School in Edgewater for rehearsals. Monthly memberships begin at $25-$35/month, but we can waive fees and provide instruments for those who need them - no one with an interest in playing music will be turned away. Family discounts also available.
Feel free to drop by and check us out at 7 p.m. on Thursdays, or check out milehighcommunityband.net for more information. E-mail mjlucas@aol.com if you have other questions!
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Openings in the Golden Eagle
Concert Band Auditions
| The Golden Eagle Concert Band, a
50 piece adult community concert band in the Denver are is looking for some
additional players to fill open chairs in the band. We have openings for the
following:
Bassoon 1 & 2 (needed immediately)
Clarinets - 2-3
chairs open(Needed immediately)
Primary Mallet Percussion - 1 chair
open(Needed immediately)
2nd Oboe - 1 chair open
Trumpet - 1-2 chairs
open
If you have wind ensemble experience or have played in high school
or college and would like to join a very good adult concert band, please contact
John Williams at 303-695-8800. There are no dues. We are not a "pay to play"
organization. We would love to talk to you to see if you would like to join us,
so please give me a call. We are a your round performing organization. We have a
fun summer schedule. Check out our web site at www.gebb.org
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YOUTH ORCHESTRAS /
EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES
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| Greater Boulder Youth Orchestra, 10/30 | |
First concert of 2011-2012
Sunday, October 30, 2pm
Macky Auditorium
Come support the young musicians of Boulder and beyond as they perform Beethoven, Smetana, Elgar, and more! The students sound amazing and deserve a full audience at Macky - help us fill it up!
Tickets are now on sale, including season tickets which will be available through concert day. Tickets can be ordered at
Please help us spread the word about this fantastic concert!
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| 3rd Annual Peakharmonic Orchestral Workshop, 11/12 | 3rd Annual Peakharmonic Orchestral Workshop and Saxophone Clinic for Middle and High School Musicians
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Colorado Springs
Maestro Steve McNeal, Workshop Conductor
Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4
Saxophone Clinic with James Divine, Falcon High School Band Director
and Wayne Hoey, Jenkins Middle School Band Director
For further information, contact: admin@peakharmonic.org |
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| FOR SALE OR RENT / EQUIPMENT WANTED |
STORE CLOSING SALE
Instruments and Accessories Fixtures etc ON SALE until Oct 29th.
Acoustic Music Revival
3445 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113
Susie Peek is looking for a great sounding violin to replace the one she has. Must be used to Colorado's climate, stable, and without wolfs." Please send any leads to susiepeek@earthlink.net
Violin, Raymond Melanson Anno 2005.
This is a beautiful instrument in excellent condition with a very resonant sound.
Melanson is the winner of numerous VSA medals. I purchased the violin directly from Roberrtson & Sons Violins, and the instrument is currently on consignment at the store. For more information, please contact at Robertson & Sons at (800) 284-6546 or Yoshi Ishikawa (303) 581-9306/riverstone14@gmail.com
Yamaha drum set, lightly used, great condition.
For Sale ($325) or Long Term Loan to 501-c-3.
Dad\'s old Trombone, King 3B Good shape. 2103 Series (8748) $700.00
Yamaha Portable Keyboard PSR-172 Includes power cord (missing battery holder) $50.00
1876 Prague Cello - 4/4 Violincello on rare 'small' pattern
Description: Small pattern full-size cello. The back is two-piece maple, semi-slab cut with faint figure in the lower half. The ribs are similar the back with rather more curl and figure. The top is of spruce, two pieces, with rather wide, irregular grain widening away from the middle. The neck and pegbox are original crowned by a rather large volute. The varnish is reddish-brown
in color. Despite the presence of several well-mended cracks, the condition of the cello is good.
Asking $9,000. Price includes official appraisal and Jakob Winter Carry Lite case. Contact:
Vicki Cotton, 970-221-5071, grace42c@gmail.com Fort Collins, CO For more information visit this link: http://rarecello.weebly.com/
Lovely 1978 Haynes piccolo for sale. Handmade, grenadilla wood head and body, silver keys and mechanism. Warm, sweet sound and easy response. Played professionally; 2nd owner. Very well cared for and in excellent condition. Straubinger pads, leather-bound case, plush lined case cover, 2-piece piccolo cleaning flag, and removable, plastic extension to lower d2. $3800. Please call 303-443-9690 if interested.
Selmer Series 9 Bass Clarinet, low Eb. Used in recording sessions, symphony work, pit work, etc. I bought this from a session/symphony player in Nashville years ago. Great horn. Has been pinned in the top joint . Make me an offer. Gary Buss 303.847.9513
Matsuda Violin I'm selling my 2001 Matsuda violin (full-size). It is a beautiful instrument and is perfect for a serious student or beginning professional. It served me well through college and professional playing; I've recently upgraded and would like to pass this one along. They are currently selling for $17-$18K in Chicago; I'm willing to sell for $16K. Please contact April if interested at 303.887.6876 or april@lakewoodmail.com.
Trombone wanted: Looking for a King 3B or Conn 6H in good condition. Must have a good slide.
Contact Marti at 303-954-9143 or 303-335-6247 (cell) or Email: mg.henry@comcast.net
Steinway Grand Piano: A unique and lovely instrument has just become available. It is a 1928 mahogany Steinway grand piano, Louis XV style cabinetry. The size is approx. 5''8" in length. It originally had a player piano component which has been removed. The condition is good to excellent, having been maintained by Lawrence "Skip" Cecil, tuner for the FCSO and UCA. The asking price is $15,000.00. Interested parties should contact the seller directly: Ms. Anne-Marie Chenoweth at 970-667-2943 or via email at drakehaven@live.com
1993 Colt Vista...113000 miles, runs great, needs work...$1000/BO Good musician car, lotsa room...Haverstick 303-231-0063 microstick@msn.com
Custom Stratocaster, Lollar pickups, superb sound/feel $1000 DelToro custom baritone electric guitar, $800 Korg A1 Effects box, 99 presets, amazing variety of sounds...best offer...Haverstick 303-231-0063 microstick@msn.com
Bösendorfer Imperial grand piano, abt. 7 ft. 6 in., with extra keys. Built approximately 1980. Has appraisal sheet and condition of various parts of the instrument by a local tuner/technician, and is, for the most part, in excellent condition. Provenance says that the instrument was played by Victor Borge at a Denver appearance. Price - $50,000 or best offer. Please contact Tom Lockeed at 303-428-2523 (days) or Tlockeed@comcast.net.
Bassoon
Fox Renard 240 (short bore) $6000. Purchased new from Fox in 1995.
Mechanism: 18% nickel silver keys with silver plating. Full German system with High D and E keys. Ring key for wing joint third finger hole. Right hand whisper lock. Rollers on F, Ab, Eb, Db, right thumb Bb and F#, in combination with a crowned E key. Bb Guard. Metal tubes extending into the bore in the finger holes of the wing and boot joints to prevent water from entering the tone holes. All posts are set with epoxy and spring posts are locked with screws.
Body: Red Maple, selected for tone quality, naturally aged in our own facilities. Natural rubber linings in the wing joint and small bore of the boot joint. French bell (metal ring). Body Lock. Complete re-pad and service done by Fox summer 2010. Accessories:Fine plush-lined case (original).
Intonation: A-440 plus or minus one cent, covering all notes. Contact leighpher@earthlink.net
Baby Grand Piano
I have to move by the 20th of May, and do not have room in my new place for my small ebony acoustic baby grand piano, The brand is Samick. It is like new and in excellent condition. The keyboard is firmer, something that a jazz pianist would prefer. Asking $3,000. I live in Longmont and can be reached from 8am to 8pm at 303-775-1223 (cell) or ekxsugar@comcast.net
Trumpet Music and Method Books
Former member Jim Grafmyer has left a library of trumpet music and method teaching books which are available for reasonable a reasonable price. There are also many collector big band records available. Contact Nancy Grafmyer at 303-458-1502.
Music for Sale
Clarinet and Saxophone players and teachers - I have a large stack of new (never played) music that I accumulated for myself and students. I also have some equipment and accessories. All will be sold at a discount. For an itemized list, please contact clarinetdeb@earthlink.net
Jewelry, all kinds
Must sell, will discount heavily. Excellent for yourself or gifts. I have original receipts for many of the pieces.
Contact clarinetdeb@earthlink.net
Rare Small Cello For Sale
4/4 'Petite' Violincello Description: Small pattern full-size cello. Label: Antonio Stradivari fecit Prague 1876
Contact: Vicki Cotton 970-221-5071, grace42c@gmail.com, Fort Collins, CO
Bach 42 trombone
The instrument is in very good condition and is the horn that I played the last seven years that I was Principal Trombone in the Phoenix Symphony. I am asking $1,000.00. If you or any of your students have interest, contact me. The instrument is in the old French style case with a case cover made by Leather Specialities.
(Mr.) Gail Eugene Wilson
Gail.Wilson@cox.net
Gail.Wilson@ASU.edu
1960 Buffet Crampon Clarinet $1,000 Serial #62516
Includes - Attributes -
· Frank Wells C3 mouthpiece Clear centered tone
· Cordier Reed Trimmer Mechanically sound
· Selmer barrel 68mm for A Clarinet Plays all notes
· German silver No cracks
· Wooden case with blue velvet lining Original mint condition
· Tooled leather cover Bore pristine - not raised
Inspected and recommended by Andrew Stevens of the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. Call Paula Faulkner @ 303-263-9522 to make appointment.
Good, Affordable Car Wanted
One of our members just had her vehicle stolen. If you have a dependable car that you're looking to sell, please contact Steve Erickson at 303-960-5487 or email: erictheredviolin@netzero.com
Gemeinhardt 3SHB Flute for sale
French key mechanism (open hole)
* Solid silver headjoint * Silver plated body and key mechanism * B footjoint * Professionally padded * Stainless steel springs
Great condition and ready for a new home to be heard! Please call or email me with questions:
Jennifer
303.353.9575
jennifer.abbenhaus@gmail.com
Keilwerth Tenor Saxophone ST90 Series IV. Purchased New in 2006 and played for Less than 1 year. Excellent Condition
Includes Hard Case and Neotech Shoulder Strap
Contact Mike at 303-875-5097 or mds51@comcast.net
$650 Cash
Vito Alto Saxophone Serial # 517592 Yamaha built in Japan
Made in 1993 - Good Condition for Age - Plays Well - Includes Hard Case
Contact Mike at 303-875-5097 or mds51@comcast.net
$350 Cash
Yamaha Motif 8 (fully weighted 88 keys). I can attest that this instrument is in immaculate shape (per Denise's notes below, it only went out a gig once, as it was in use in her studio). Please pass this on to anyone that you know who might be interested.
Contact Denise Gentilini / Cell: (818) 517-7749 / Email: Linitunes@aol.com
Leedy 1925 Xylorimba. Geoge Hamilton Green Model 4 octave starting from "middle C"
Good condition. $2500
Contact John Galm galmo2001@yahoo.com or 303 250 2000
Violin for sale - an excellent value for any serious music student or young professional, or a seasoned professional who needs a second instrument that'll stand up to any challenge. My husband Tom was the sole owner of this instrument, which he played at Meadowmount and as concertmaster of the American Youth Orchestra in high school,as a student at Indiana University, and in his early years as a professional player.
Please contact me if you want to give it a trial run.
 Appraisal Values as of April 8, 2009:
4/4 size Violin by Gustav August Ficker, lot #0026 No. 227; made in
Germany exclusively for Wm Lewis & Son, Chicago, IL
Appraisal $6,500
4/4 Violin Bow stamped Wm Lewis & Son, round pernambuco
Appraisal $1,600
4/4 Violin Case oblong w/leather trim, canvas cover, shoulder strap
Appraisal $500
Asking price for all 3 items: $6,500
Contact Lisa Eakins: 970.988.8083 or vcellisa1@comcast.net
Rudall-Carte Grenadilla Wood Piccolo for sale. Excellent condition--just serviced. Has silver sleeve in headjoint. Original case plus outer case included. $1200 OBO. Call 518-364-3594 or email jpanflute@aol.com
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MEMBER BUSINESSES & SERVICES
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I can record your performance and put it on Youtube. $50 to $100. Prices vary dependent on production values.
Examples of my work can be found at:
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The equipment I have: $3,600 3CCD camera (Panasonic DVX-100), fishpole boom, $800 Libec TC-50 tripod, $700 Sennheiser ME66 microphone, and a Rycote Softie with mount and pistol grip. I also have an editing system which consists of Final Cut Pro 5.0, a G5 Macintosh with 1.5 G of Ram and 2 terabyte hard disk.
Contact me at: ChunPan9@yahoo.com or 303-274-5897
Need sound and lights for an event?Call Tim Greenhouse @ 303-903-5440. I have been doing sound and lights for " Jakarta" and playing keys. When the band is idle I'd be happy to do it for somebody else. Using EV, QSC, Shure, Allen and Heath, Bose, etc. Have wireless mics too. I'll work with you on the price depending on the event.
If you need music arranging, a copyist or any sort of composition. Please e-mail Scott Higgins for quotes and samples. stoneboy@ultrasys.net
Flute compositionsavailable by Alaunde Copley-Woods:
"Chickens in the Garden" available on: fallshousepress.com (look under "flute duets")
or presser.com (search for copley-woods)
"1074: Nine Miniatures for Solo Flute" available on: fluteworld.com (after clicking on "flute music" you can search for Copley-Woods or browse under flute solos)
ATA shipping box, perfect for transporting musical instruments or sound equipment. It has two separate compartments, well padded. Practically new condition. It measures 3 feet by 3 feet by 3 feet. I no longer need it and I am looking for a reasonable offer.
Contact Enrico at enricovr@hotmail.com
Got Photos? DMA member Robert "Rusty" McCall is a professional photographeroffering a wide variety of specialty portraits, live performance images, and headshots for musicians, models, and performance artists of all types. Color, black & white, and custom color processes are available in candid, studio, rehearsal, and performance venue settings, indoors and out.
Examples can be seen at www.myspace.com/denverbasstrombone
Keep in mind that the DMA offers a "one-time" promo voucher of up to $60, which can be applied toward a professional promotional photo.
Quiet Song for Band- Grade 1/2, by Debbie Davidson.
A great song for the first band concert of the year! It uses the first five notes typically used in band method books, and is inspired by "Bolero." A quiet tune begins with the flutes and then gradually all of the instruments are added for a big climax before it tapers back down to the flutes. Sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
$25 Creekside Publishing Company
Available mail order through www.creeksidepublishingcompany.com or through Flesher-Hinton.
Finale to Beethoven Symphony No. 9- Grade 2+ for full orchestra and SAB chorus, Debbie Davidson.
Arranged to make this amazing classic accessible for middle school students. Key signatures and changes are simplified. Vocal parts are all doubled, and the Baritone part is optional. An advanced part is included for extra support - when this piece was premiered at Cherry Creek Academy, a teacher played this advanced part on the cello and an advanced piano student played it on piano. Most of the second parts (i.e. second clarinet, second flute, second violin) can be handled by students in their second year of instruction. The Cherry Creek Academy performance involved singers, grades 5 - 8, band members, grades 6 - 8, and orchestra members, grades 6-8.
$65 Creekside Publishing Company
Availabe mail order through www.creeksidepublishingcompany.com or through Flesher-Hinton.
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Contact Info - DMA Officers
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President: Pete Vriesenga 303-526-7239 - Pvriesenga@aol.com
Secretary-Treasurer: Adolph Mares 303-423-4748 - ARMares@aol.com
Vice President: Thomas Blomster 303-322-1764 - blomster@dmamusic.org
Executive Board:
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Denver Musicians Association
Local 20-623 AFM/AFL-CIO
1165 Delaware St.
Denver, CO 80204-3607
Phone: 303-573-1717
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