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December 2nd, 2011
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Hostile Nonprofit Takeovers
| By Pete Vriesenga
The sudden, September exodus of twenty CSO board members will be remembered as a fortuitous change for the better, creating a welcome opening for new and returning leaders who are committed to building the orchestra's future and maintaining stature as a world-class orchestra. Our community is deeply thankful for this show of support and direction from true patrons of the arts. This was not the case in recent years while the orchestra was under the powerful grip of individuals in pursuit of personal agendas and pointless, anti-union ideology.
The latest twist in this sordid story is a vindictive, politically-charged editorial by resigned CSO board members Heather K. Miller and Bruce Clinton that ran in the Denver Post on November 13. Former board members Martha Clinton, Steve Holtze, Bernard Schotters, Kevin Duncan and Gary Lutz contributed to this editorial that lashes out at the very organization they were sworn to support only weeks ago. In an effort to cover their tracks and personal board failings, they go on to blame the Musicians Union that is "more focused on preserving an unrealistic labor contract than preserving the future of the symphony and their very jobs."
Miller and Clinton claim that "Under the leadership of former president and CEO Jim Palermo, executive salaries were cut and creative programs were designed to expand the symphony's audience appeal." That would be an excellent point if it were true. But the facts show that from 2009 and 2011, costs for orchestra, artistic and chorus declined from 75% to 65% of total costs (decrease of $339,000) while admin/marketing/development increased from 25% to 35% (increase of $1,480,000) during the same period. At the bargaining table we repeatedly asked Palermo for any examples where mangement executives would be sharing the sacrifice that he was forcing upon the musicans. Palermo gave no example, and in fact responded by saying that he must reserve the right to give his top executives raises as he sees fit.
Miller & Clinton also blame the Union for selectively leaking their in-house "Sustainability Study" to the press, which in of itself was a concerted effort to blame the union for anything and everything that could possibly go wrong with a symphony orchestra. Fabricated charges that the union somehow leaked their Sustainability Study or that the union is protecting an unrealistic labor contract may well have come from the moon. The record clearly shows that these board members were determined to shut the orchestra down regardless of whether the musicians agreed to their demands or not. The shameful truth is that these board members resigned their positions in September as the musicians conceded to their demand for a $530,000 wage concession, not to mention their seemingly impossible deadline to accomplish this within 4 days.
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Pete Vriesenga is President of the Denver Musicians Association.
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Other Orchestras Fear Paying Price for Philadelphia Pension Crisis
| By DANIEL J. WAKIN and MARY WILLIAMS WALSH
NY Times
Published: November 30, 2011
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A great orchestra's glory lies partly in continuity, the passing of musical traditions among generations of longstanding members. And a good pension in the precarious world of the arts is one element that helps keep players ensconced in their chairs, ensuring that handoff of artistic heritage.
The storied Philadelphia Orchestra had one of the better pension plans around. But now the orchestra, burdened by tens of millions of dollars in pension obligations it says it cannot afford, is using bankruptcy court to avoid paying for them.
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic performing at financial peak
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by Amy GillentineThe Colorado Springs Business Journal
Published: November 22,2011
The Colorado Springs Philharmonic seems to be hitting all the right notes these days. Executive director Nathan Newbrough made bold changes early in his tenure that have resulted in more music and bigger audiences. Newbrough inherited an orchestra that was coming out of bankruptcy and stilled mired in financial difficulties. While the former director put it back on stage, Newbrough managed to increase its audience and its musical offerings. "We still aren't out of the woods," he said. "But I'd say our day-to-day challenges have evened out. We've become an arts organization people can depend on." Newbrough created that organization by focusing on three things: the staff, the type of performances and season ticket sales. Three years later, he says all are striking a chord.
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Kyle MacMillan: Denver's arts scene made some big strides in 11 years
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Posted: 12/02/2011
By Kyle MacMillan
The Denver Post
 After my little more than 11 years and 2,604 reviews, features and news stories plus countless Best Bets and briefs of all kinds, the time has come for me to say goodbye to The Denver Post.
Like 18 of my colleagues here, I have made the tough decision to accept a buyout. I will soon be moving to Chicago to join my wife, who is pursuing a graduate degree in writing at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
My departure comes just a few weeks after I marked my 25th anniversary as a professtional journalist and critic, first in Omaha and now Denver - a run that has never failed to be enormously stimulating and exciting.
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In This Issue
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| Hostile Nonprofit Takeovers | | Philadelphia Pension Crisis | | CSP performing at financial peak | | Kyle MacMilla Accepts Buyout | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Jazz Workshop with Shane Endsley and Ben Wendel, 12/ | | Pro Musica Colorado Chamber Orchestra, 12/3 | | Electric Vivaldi: Global Solstice, 12/7 | | Colorado Chamber Players, 12/1 | | Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 12/17 & 18 | | Englewood Arts Presents, 12/17 & 12/23 | | Lynn Skinner with Dale Bruning, 12/18 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Charlene Croan, looking for a full backing band | | Pianist looking to form jazz trio | | Seeking Christian Faith violinist for Christmas Day | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Holiday Open House at Mile Hi Music Recording Studios, 12/15 | | Delaware and Cherokee Street Closures | | Contribute to the CSO Musicians Assistance Fund | | Calling for AFM Member Recordings | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Scrooge of the Year | | Republican Might Quit Labor Board | | Real Target of Attacks on NLR | | Nine Demands and the 99% | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Augustana Arts, 12/2, 12/3, 12/ | | Lakewood Symphony Auditions | | Colorado Wind Ensemble, 12/10 | | 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 | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
| Quick Links | DMA E-Bulletin Archive
Archive of past E-Bulletins back to April, 2010
Downbeat Review
of Neil Haverstick's latest CD Hide & Seek
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Colorado Symphony Orchestra
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 Colorado Christmas
Fri, Dec 9, 7:30PM Sat, Dec 10, 2:30 PM Sat, Dec 10, 6:00 PM Sun, Dec 11, 2:30 PM Sun, Dec 11, 6:00 PM
Join the Colorado Symphony, the Colorado Symphony Chorus, the Colorado Children's Chorale and professional vocalists in a program of your favorite traditional Christmas carols and songs. Special mood lighting and a few magical guests from the North Pole make this holiday classic the perfect way to celebrate the season.
Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
Colorado Symphony Chorus
Duain Wolfe, director
Colorado Children's Chorale
Deborah DeSantis, director
 Messiah by Candlelight Tues, Dec 13, 7:30PM Wed, Dec 14, 7:30 PM Sun, Dec 18, 5:30 PM
Handel's revered oratorio was a sold out sensation last year. Due to popular demand, we've added another performance of this most recognizable of masterpieces, set to the warm glow of candlelight at one of Denver's most lovely and sacred spaces. It's a romantic holiday experience you'll never forget.
Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
Colorado Symphony Chorus
Duain Wolfe, director
* All performances at Montview Blvd. Presbyterian Church
 Too Hot to Handel Fri, Dec 16, 7:30PM Sat, Dec 17, 7:30 PM
This R&B, jazz, and gospel reworking of Handel's "Messiah" has audiences rocking in the aisles. Join Marin Alsop, the Colorado Symphony, the Colorado Symphony Chorus and special guest vocalists for the 14th annual jazzy retelling of Handel's great classic.
Marin Alsop, conductor laureate
Colorado Symphony Chorus
Mary Louise Burke, associate director
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A Jazz Workshop with Shane Endsley and Ben Wendel, 12/3
| The Denver Municipal Band
In association with
Our Musical Heritage
Presents A JAZZ WORKSHOP
Saturday, December 3rd, 2011 - 11:00 A.M.
The Denver Musicians Association
1165 Delaware St.
ADMISSION FREE
Players of all levels are welcome
Trumpeter Shane Endsley and Saxophonist Ben Wendel, guest artists.
Shane Endsley and Ben Wendel are members of the Grammy nominated band, "Kneebody" which has performed throughout Europe and the United States and produced five award winning albums. They will present a session focusing on rhythmic studies including polyrhythms and poly meters as well other concepts related to current practices in modern improvised
music.
 Shane Endsley is a graduate of the Eastman School of Music and even prior to graduation was touring with the avant garde saxophonist, Steve Coleman. He is a versatile performer and as trumpeter
and/or percussionist has worked with artists as diverse Ani DiFranco, Charley Hunter and Ben Allison. He was the sole musician for the recent Broadway production of Ionesco's "Exit the King" with Susan Sarandon and Geoffrey Rush. Shane is an active session player in both New York and Los Angeles. His latest solo album, "Then the Other" received a four star review in the October 2011 issue of Downbeat Magazine.
 Ben Wendel is also a graduate of the Eastman School Of Music and in addition to Kneebody has performed as player, producer and conductor with a wide array of artists including Togran and Hamsayan. An active composer, he has won the ASCAP Jazz Composer Award and written scores for a number of films. Ben's second album on Sunnyside Records will be released in the spring, and he recently conducted a recreation of "Bird With Strings" at Lincoln Center with guest artists Charles McPherson and Wes Anderson.
CONCERT
On Saturday, December 3rd at 8:30 P.M.,
Shane and Ben will be joined by Art Lande on piano and drums, and Kent McLagan on bass for a concert at the:
Onofrio Piano Company, 1332 S. Broadway
The repertory will include original compositions, jazz standards
and free improvisation.
Admission: $15.00
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Pro Musica Colorado Chamber Orchestra, 12/3
| J.S. Bach - The Christmas Oratorio
A Rarely Performed Masterpiece Dec. 2 & 3, 2011 7:30 pm Concert, 6:30 pm Pre-Concert Talk
Pro Musica Colorado Chamber Orchestra Cynthia Katsarelis, Music Director &
St. Martin's Chamber Choir Timothy Krueger, Artistic Director &
Renowned Bach Singers:
Amanda Balestrieri, soprano
Marjorie Bunday, alto
Jacob Sentgeorge, tenor
Robert W. Tudor, bass
Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011 First United Methodist Church
1421 Spruce Street, Boulder
An ideal collaboration in a complete performance of this great work!
Ticket prices to The Christmas Oratorio:
$35 Premium, $24 General, $5 Student
Tickets are available online at: www.promusicacolorado.org For further information, or to purchase tickets by phone, call: 720-443-0565
Visit our YouTube channel
For more information, please email us at:
info@promusicacolorado.org
or call:
720-443-0565
Pro Musica Colorado Chamber Orchestra
PO Box 282
Hygiene, CO 80533
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Electric Vivaldi: Global Solstice, 12/7
| Having trouble getting in the holiday mood? What you need is some six-string, electric guitar excitement - Electric Vivaldi: Global Solstice, the Christmas concert with an edge, 7:30 pm next Wednesday, December 7th!
Gregory Walker will be dusting off his guitar chops for the occasion, with a crack chamber ensemble, including the dynamic duo of Hardanger virtuosa Karen Bentley Pollick and Irish fiddler Mintze Wu, multi-percussionist Josh Reagan, synthesist Lori Walker, Boulder Philharmonic and Boulder Chamber Orchestra principals Aniel Caban, Marcelo Sanches, and Dale Day, as well as Colorado Public Radio host David Rutherford. Together, we'll play Vivaldi, Corelli and Walker's own composition Global Solstice that merges traditional and classical music from his travels into a nostalgic yet challenging odyssey of holiday madness.
Electric Vivaldi: Global Solstice
Location: King Center Recital Hall, Auraria Campus
Metropolitan State College of Denver
855 Lawrence Way, Denver, CO 80204
Start Time: Wednesday, December 7th, 2011 at 7:30 PM
Tickets:
UCD Student $5
GA - $12.00
Senior - $7.00
Non-UC Denver Student - $7.00
Box Office:
http://www.ahec.edu/kingcenter/main/box_office.html or 303.556.2296
Free Parking!
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Colorado Chamber Players, 12/16
|  Children's Hospital Colorado Residency, 13123 E. 16th Ave., Aurora, CO 80045
CCP members Waldman, Shannon, Martin, Primus, Hamilton and Knight with Children's Hospital Kathleen McBride in the Boettcher Atrium at the Hospital It is with great joy that we return to Children's Hospital for the fourth year of a musical residency, during the 2011-12 season. Patients, family members and medical staff all take pleasure in our short noon-time concerts for the hospital community. A December 16th, 2011 noon performance is planned near the Boettcher Atrium, with the lush Piano Quintet of Antonin Dvorak. Bring your lunch and enjoy a FREE musical treat!
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 12/17 & 18
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Take a break at a concert filled with classics, surprises, and annual favorites. Messiah choruses, Rutter's Gloria, a holiday sing-along, and all the trimmings will get you in a Yuletide mood.
Thomas Wilson, conductor
with the Colorado Springs Chorale
Saturday, December 17, 8:00 pm
Sunday, December 18, 2:30 pm
Excerpts and more >>
Tickets from $19 ($12 children)
Call: 719-520-SHOW
Online: csphilharmonic.org
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Englewood Arts Presents, 12/17 & 12/23
| Englewood Arts Presents offers TWO Great Concerts in December:
Happy Birthday, Beethoven! Saturday, December 17 at 2:00p Christmas with The Bartels Brass Friday, December 23 at 7:00p
 ENGLEWOOD ARTS PRESENTS kicks off the December holiday season with a celebration of what would be Beethoven's 241st birthday (b. December 16, 1770)! On Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 2:00p, the Up Close & Musical Ensemble will perform under the direction of Eric Bertoluzzi. The program will include Beethoven's String Trio in G major, Op. 9 (Erik Peterson, violin; Phillip Stevens, viola; Thomas Heinrich, cello), Sextet for 2 Clarinets, 2 Bassoons and 2 Horns, Op. 71 (Abby Raymond & Andy Stevens, clarinet; Chad Cognata & Tristan Rennie, bassoon; Fritz Foss & Carolyn Kunicki, horn), and Symphony No. 1 (Up Close & Musical Ensemble).
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Following just 6 days later will be Christmas with the Bartels Brass. CSO principal trumpet, Justin Bartels, will serve as host as well as performing. He will be joined by colleagues Patrick Tillery, trumpet; Paul Naslund & Gregory Harper, trombone; Michael Thornton, horn; Michael Dunn, tuba. The ensemble will perform Humperdinck's Prelude to Hansel and Gretel, The Twelve Days of Christmas, and other Christmas music for brass ensemble TBA. Please note that this concert is on Friday evening, December 23, 2011 at 7:00p, a departure from the usual schedule.
We invite you to ring in the holidays with an array of beautiful music performed in the warmth and intimacy of Hampden Hall!
Website: http://www.englewoodarts.org
Facebook: Englewood Arts Concert Series
Phone: 303.806.8196
Date: Beethoven Saturday, December 17, 2011
Bartels Brass Friday, December 23, 2011
Time: Beethoven 2:00 pm
Bartels Brass 7:00 pm
Venue: Hampden Hall *
Tickets are General Admission:
$15.00 Adults | $12.00 (60+) | $5.00 (under 18)
Available at the door beginning 1 hour prior to the concert
Cash, checks, Visa or MasterCard accepted
(Online ticketing is currently unavailable)
* Location:
Hampden Hall
Englewood Civic Center | 2nd level
1000 Englewood Parkway
(Hampden & S. Jason)
* Ample FREE parking in south lot of Englewood Civic Center
* Directly adjacent to Englewood RTD & Light Rail stations
* Handicap accessible
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Lynn Skinner with Dale Bruning, Mark and Paul at Dazzle, 12/18
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My Lena Horne Tribute will be here before long. It's time to remind everyone about this special concert featuring Dale Bruning (guitar), Mark Simon (bass), and Paul Romaine (drums). We'll be at Dazzle on Sunday, December 18.
PLEASE NOTE: Shows begin 1 hour earlier than originally scheduled. Our 2 shows are now at 5 pm and 7 pm.
Please visit this link for concert tickets:
I have also attached a flyer with a fun photo of Lena.
I am honored to share the bandstand with these incredible musicians as we pay tribute to such an amazing artist.
We hope to see you then!
Cheers,
Lynn
Jude Hibler - Owner
Jazz Link Enterprises
3721 Columbia Dr
Longmont, CO 80503
303-776-1764
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STEADY ENGAGEMENTS
| 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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Charlene Croan, looking for a full backing band
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Charlene Coran, a Stevie Nicks impersonator is looking for a full backing band that has access to PA and rehearsal space for her 90 minute tribute project called, "Crystal Visons" - A Tribute To Honor The Magic of Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac. For more information, please visit Charlene's website at www.CharleneCoranAsStevieNicks.com
Charlene Coran
(Stevie Nicks Performer/Vocalist)
Longmont, CO 80501
720*495*3389 cell
MY WEBSITE ~ http://CharleneCoranAsStevieNicks.com
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Pianist looking to form jazz trio
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I am looking for a base or cello player and a drummer to form a jazz trio. I can perform 200 songs, and can keep the melody and major harmonies moving. I've played solo during the last 15 years, which has been fun, but I think greater opportunities are available to groups. The last gig I did was at the Wolf Rock Steakhouse in Keystone, Colorado.
My last jazz group was the Equinox Quartet, which, among many other gigs, backed Flash Cadillac in Vail, played for eight weeks at the Denver Playboy Club penthouse in the old Radisson hotel on Grant Street, and Tulagi's in Boulder. Prior to my trio I played in the group Cancion, run by Frank Wexler, in and around Denver. Prior to that I played in the Blue Jazzmen Trio, which got a write-up in the Denver Post, performing, among many other places from Colorado to Illinois. I was also a finalist in the Liberace Piano Contest in 1986. My main purpose in playing is to become recognized, earn a decent income, and have a lot of fun. I have an album out-"Classically Blue"-entirely of my own compositions, some of which have aired on KVOD. I also wrote a song for my friend, Eric Hererra, who recorded it on his album, "A New Life." If you click on his website, manywindsmusic.com and select his album from the main page you can also hear "Warrior Sunrise," the song that I wrote for him. If you select "jazz" from the menu and select my piano icon you can hear samples of my originals.
Dave Earnhardt 303-693-1638 (home phone--voice mail 3rd ring) 303-579-5186 (cell) Residence: in Centennial
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Church seeking Christian Faith violinist for Christmas Day
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Gods Romanian Christian Church (Glendale) is seeking a Christian faith violinist to perform for Christmas Day. Please contact Ted White ASAP at 980-621-0043.
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Holiday Open House at Mile Hi Music Recording Studios, 12/15
| Invitation for DMA and COMBO members
Mile High Music Recording Studios, 11919 W I-70 Frontage Road, Suite #118, Wheat Ridge, CO
December 15, 2011, 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm
Come celebrate the season at a holiday open house connecting the Colorado music & arts community!
Bring a snack, treat, and/or your favorite drink to share, along with business cards and any other promo materials you'd like to share with others.
Take time to connect with fellow arts professionals, check out the studio, and find out more about these great local groups.
Musicians, bring your instrument if you'd like to share a song open mic style (there is beautiful piano available).
We'll also be set up to play recordings if you've got a CD or (!) vinyl records (holiday music welcome, too)!
Brought to you by local networking groups The Denver Soundtrack, Colorado Artist Network (CAN), and Fret Club, with many thanks to our host Mile High Music Recording Studios.
* If you need detailed directions, call Terri Jo at 720-320-6254.
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Delaware and Cherokee Street Closures
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The City and County of Denver's Department of Public Works would like to advise you of changes and conversions of Delaware Street and Cherokee Street from one-way roadways to two-way roadways between 10th Avenue and 13th Avenue. The conversion of Delaware Street is planned to start on Monday, November 28th with the conversion of Cherokee Street planned to begin December 5th. In order to install the new northbound travel on these streets, temporary parking restrictions will be placed on the east side of the street to allow our crews to turn all the parking signage and parking meters to orient towards the new northbound direction. There will be a lane closure in place for a few days to allow al the work to be completed and the new direction of traffic will be opened and parking restored as soon as possible. No work will be conducted between December 1st and December 4th and all parking restrictions will be removed to ensure there are no conflicts with the Parade of Lights.
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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.
About OMH
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Calling for AFM Member Recordings - www.goprotunes.com
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Welcome to GoPro Tunes, an online store offering music from members of the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada (AFM), a labor union representing professional musicians with over 90,000 members.  Fair pay-our members set their own prices and receive back 100% of sales revenues, minus credit card processing fees. They're also protected in the studio with union recording agreements.- 100% of net sales revenues go back to the musician. There are no fees for musicians to list their music.
- Musicians can set their own prices for tracks and albums.
- Only AFM members can sell their music on GoPro Tunes.
- Customers can purchase music in MP3 or lossless FLAC format. Sign up!
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Scrooge of the Year
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Dear Peter,
The holiday season is fast approaching, and around here that means one thing: it's time for our annual "Scrooge of the Year" election!
Jobs with Justice national is now accepting nominations for the greediest, most cold-hearted company, CEO, or politician of the year for our eleventh annual "Scrooge of the Year" election.
Last year's Scrooge of the Year was the U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell for leading the Senate in aggressively blocking almost all legislation from passing, especially laws that would help working people. Other past winners of this dubious honor include: WalMart, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and the Wall Street executives who broke our economy.
We'll pick the top nominees and start the national Scrooge of the Year election shortly after Thanksgiving. Be on the lookout for the start of the national election and keep an eye on your inbox to see if your local Jobs with Justice coalition is planning a party to elect a local Scrooge.
Jobs with Justice National
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Republican Might Quit Labor Board
| By STEVEN GREENHOUSE
NY Times
Published: November 22, 2011
The National Labor Relations Board, the subject of particularly intense partisan sniping this year, could soon be completely paralyzed.
The labor board's sole Republican member, Brian E. Hayes, has threatened to resign to deny the N.L.R.B. the three-person quorum it needs to make any decisions, according to board officials. Mr. Hayes has made his threat expressly to block the Democratic-dominated board from adopting new rules to speed up unionization elections, which the board's other current members, both Democrats, intend to pass Nov. 30. or force.
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Real Target of Attacks on NLRB: Working People
| Nov. 30, 2011
The unprecedented attacks on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) are aimed at workers' rights and putting the nation's labor laws "into cold storage," Rep. George Miller (D-Calif.) told a special AFL-CIO forum this morning examining the assault on the key workers' rights agency.
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Nine Demands and the 99%
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From New York City to Oakland, peaceful protests are under threat. Now, more than ever, we need to show our support for those fighting for economic justice.
Working people are sick and tired of seeing a political system and an economy that only works for the very wealthiest. For too long, our leaders have worked on behalf of the top 1%, leaving everyone else behind.
Now, across the country, the other 99% are standing up. In the face of suppression, regular people are using their freedom of speech and assembly to make their voices heard. We need to rein in the Big Banks, put Americans back to work and restore democracy. It's time to bring the corporate agenda to an end. Sign on to the 9 Demands of the 99% and add your voice to this important call.
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ORCHESTRA & BAND
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Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial
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| Seasons Greetings Concerts from Augustana Arts, 12/2, 12/3, 12/6 |
Augustana Arts invites you to come and enjoy the holiday spirit with family and friends at our upcoming fabulously festive December concerts!
Concerts will be held at Augustana Lutheran Church
5000 East Alameda Avenue, Denver
The Colorado Choir
35th Anniversary Christmas Concert
Welcome the holidays with the Colorado Choir!
December 2 and 3
Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm
Colorado Women's Chorale
with guest artists Ye Wanton Wenches and String Quartet
"Christmas with Strings"
December 6
Tuesday at 7:30 pm
$20 Adult - $15 Senior/Student
$8 Children 5-12 yrs old
To Purchase Tickets: www.AugustanaArts.org
or 303-388-4962
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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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Colorado Wind Ensemble, 12/10
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A Wind Wonderland
Saturday, December 10 7:30pm
Littleton United Methodist Church
5894 S Datura St, Littleton 80120
MASLANKA A Child's Garden of Dreams
GRAINGER Colonial Song
GERSHWIN/KRANCE Second Prelude
SIMON Foolish Fire
FOSTER Fantasia on a Hymn by Praetorius
RUDKIN Christmas Medley for saxophones, bass, and percussion
Tickets $12 adult $10 senior or student $6 child 12 and under
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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
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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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| FOR SALE OR RENT / EQUIPMENT WANTED |
Olds Recording model Trombone,
by F.E. Olds & Son, Los Angleles. Excellent condition, original case, especially prized for jazz playing! $900 or best offer. Contact Heather, hdavis7821@comcast.net
Adams Soloist series, 4.3 octave Marimba,
Padouk bars, with Voyager adjustable-height frame with wheels, $2,000 or best offer. A wonderful instrument in like-new condition, perfect for a serious student. Contact Heather,
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
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MEMBER BUSINESSES & SERVICES
| Put your performance on Youtube
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:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtXWMAsYLYE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mxw8NeH3jSk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsSuCmQQGZ0
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
| Your DMA executive board invites you to contact them directly with any concerns, suggestions, etc. that you may have.
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:
Ron Bland 303-935-5099 - RBOBasso@aol.com
Lloyd Bowen 303-424-4508 - sbowen22@aol.com
Gloria Holliday 303-321-0902 - gloriaholliday@comcast.net
Hank Troy 303-703-3550 - hanktroydma@aol.com
Michael Weaver 303-875-4013 - cfsatb@yahoo.com
Denver Musicians Association
Local 20-623 AFM/AFL-CIO
1165 Delaware St.
Denver, CO 80204-3607
Phone: 303-573-1717
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