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March 14, 2012
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DMA Membership Drive - April 1 through Sept 30, 2012
| Join the DMA between 4/1/12 and 9/30/12 and save the $115 initiation fee!
The Labor Movement:
The folks who brought you the weekend!
DMA's six-month membership drive recognizes the Labor Movement and its great contribution to our nation and to our representative democracy. The DMA is affiliated with the American Federation of Musicians and the AFL-CIO. There is no better time than NOW - the 2012 election cycle - to become a UNION member. Make your voice heard!
Click on the following links to see a small sample of DMA Member Benefits
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Prospective members are encouraged to attend our March 26 Membership Meeting (see details below).
SAVE $115
For just $38.50 you can become a member for the 2nd quarter (April-June) of 2012. Periodic Dues are then just $38.50/quarter ($149 annual). Please call the DMA at 303-573-1717 or CLICK HERE to join.
Denver Musicians Association, AFM Local 20-623, AFL-CIO
1165 Delaware St.
Denver, CO 80204 2012 Election Resources
info@dmamusic.org Register to Vote - Request Mail-In Ballot
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General Membership Meeting, 3/26
| Monday, March 26, 2012, 5:30 PM
New Member Orientation at 5:15 PM
Food & Beverages Available at 5:00 PM
AGENDA: DMA - Labor 2012. Engaging our membership for the 2012 election cycle and related Membership Drive.
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Mike Cerbo, Guest Speaker
Before coming to the Colorado AFL-CIO as Executive Director in 2007, Mike served as a Colorado State Representative. He was elected to three two-year terms, from 2003 until October 2007. During this time, he served as the Majority Caucus Chair and sat on many committees. Mike was a member of the House Business Affairs and Labor Committee and served as Vice Chair in 2006.
Establish a DMA Labor 2012 Committee: This committee will consist of 3 to 5 members and will be a representative force for DMA's political interests through the 2012 election cycle. The committee shall also serve in a political and organizing capacity during the upcoming membership drive. Committee members shall receive a $149 honorarium for their service.
If you're interested in serving on DMA's Labor 2012 Committee, please contact Pete Vriesenga at 303-573-1717 or pvriesenga@aol.com
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Arapahoe Philharmonic Conductor LaGuardia Dead At Age 68
| LaGuardia Dies After Collapsing In Concert In Front Of Wife, Audience
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Vincent LaGuardia
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Posted By Justin Adams, News Editor
March 10, 2012
7News
DENVER -- Longtime Arapahoe Philharmonic conductor Vincent LaGuardia has died after collapsing during a concert in front of an audience and his wife, who was playing violin in the orchestra at a suburban church.
His wife of 25 years, Tracy LaGuardia, said her husband died at a hospital Friday night following an apparent heart attack at Mission Hills Church in Littleton, south of Denver. He was 68.
The orchestra was two-thirds of the way into its first piece of the concert, "Bach's Toccata and Fugue," when LaGuardia collapsed, Tracy LaGuardia, the orchestra's concertmaster, said.
"He was doing what he loved," a tearful Tracy LaGuardia told The Associated Press on Saturday. "All (of) a sudden I looked up and he leaned into the front stand and he fell onto his nose ... he never came to."
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Magic returns as Hawaii Symphony Orchestra takes stage
| Pacific Business News
James R. George, Managing Editor
Monday, March 5, 2012
Musicians rarely get a standing ovation before they sit down to play.
But it happened at the Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall Sunday afternoon when the
Hawaii Symphony Orchestra took the stage for the first time.
Symphony musicians usually are in their seats tuning up as concertgoers file
into the hall. But in this case the seats on the stage were empty at 4 p.m.
as the concert was scheduled to begin. Then, from offstage, a voice
announced: "Ladies and gentlemen, the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra."
The approximately 2,000 concertgoers leaped to their feet as the musicians
filed onto the stage. The chemistry between the musicians and the audience
was immediate and the message was clear: "You've been away too long, and
we're thrilled to have you back."
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Louisville Ballet Review: 'Cinderella' charmed and sparkled....(but something was missing!)
| "Foregoing live music was a decision made by the company and is not due to the current impasse in contract negotiations between the Louisville Orchestra and its musicians. It felt abnormal to sit through recorded overtures. This ballet does not rise to its full potential without live music."
March 10, 2012
For decades "Cinderella," choreographed by former artistic director Alun Jones and former associate artistic director Helen Starr, has been a jewel in the Louisville Ballet's repertoire, and Friday night it dazzled and charmed while also coaxing laughs.
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In This Issue
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| DMA Membership Drive | | General Membership Meeting, 3/26 | | Conductor dies leading philharmonic in concert | | Hawaii Symphony Orchestra takes stage | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Sammy King, March | | Bob Montgomery, 3/14 | | René Heredia Solo Flamenco Guitar, 3/17 | | Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 3/17 | | Mercury Ensemble Presents, 3/18 | | Scintillating Harps, 3/18 | | Jammin' Jazz in the Dark with Karen Karsh, 3/21 | | Englewood Arts Presents, 3/24 | | Boulder Philharmonic, 3/24 & 3/25 | | What's Cookin' Jazz Band, 3/25 | | Randy Johnston Trio, 3/31 | | Lisa Downing, 4/20 | | Joe Anderies, 5/12 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Colorado Symphony Auditions | | DYAO Announces Job Opening | | CMF - Opening for Personnel Mgr | | Bass openings in semi-professional choir | | Bass player needed | | Fort Collins Symphony Auditions for Percussion | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Celebrating the life and music of Mort Mann, 5/16 | | Workshop for Recreational Instrumental Musicians, 3/24 | | AFM's new booking service | | The Lamont School of Music Summer Pre-College Academy | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Trumka: On the Endorsement of Barack Obama | | EFCU donating to Labor's Community Agency | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Openings in the Golden Eagle Concert Band | | Metro Community Band Openings | | Regis: Calling all faculty/staff/community string players | | Community Band Seeks New Members | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | String Competition, 3/14 | | Broadway Music School Summer Music Camps | | 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 2012 Election Resources
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| Colorado Symphony Orchestra |
 Rach 3 & Schubert's Great
RACHMANINOFF / Piano Concerto No. 3
SCHUBERT / Symphony No. 9, "The Great"
Ukrainian phenom Valentina Lisitsa debuts in Rachmaninoff's fiendishly difficult score. Schubert's 9th symphony is next - lyrical, heroic and monumental.
Mark Wigglesworth, conductor
Valentina Lisitsa, piano
 Beethoven's Eroica Revealed
Beethoven's masterpiece is deconstructed in front of your eyes with stunning visuals, musical sound bytes and clever anecdotes, including revealing information about the composer's relationship with Napoleon, to whom the symphony was originally dedicated. Heroism and an idealized vision of redemption through love permeate the great master's work. Then hear the entire "Eroica" with a renewed understanding and appreciation for the art that was and will always be Beethoven.
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Sammy King, March
| This month you will be able to find me in the Atrium Lobby of The Brown Palace Hotel, during the traditional tea time, on the following dates and times. While we can usually fit a few more folks in, it's always a good idea to call ahead to the concierge desk and make a reservation; (303) 312-5913
March 14 --- Wednesday 1:45 - 3:45pm And, of course, St. Patrick's Day !!! March 17, --- Saturday 2:00 - 4:30pm
Any changes or additions to my schedule of public appearances will be posted immediately to my website: http://www.strollingviolinist.com
At Your Service,
Sammy King
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Bob Montgomery, 3/14
|  Hi everyone, this Wednesday evening Bob Montgomery - trumpet and Clare Church - baritone saxophone, along with Bill Kopper - guitar, Ken Walker - bass, and Dave Jackson - drums will be presenting the music of Chet Baker and Gerry Mulligan at the Wazee Supper Club from 8 to 11. The Wazee is located at 15th and Wazee in Lower Downtown - the food and drink is excellent and there is no cover charge. Hope you can join us. Hope you can join us for a fun musical evening.
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René Heredia Solo Flamenco Guitar, 3/17
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René Heredia Solo Flamenco Guitar
Saturday, March 17 at 8:00 p.m. Swallow Hill Music Association 71 E Yale Ave, Denver CO 80210 advance tickets $18 member/$20 non-member-at the door $20/$22
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 3/17
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Grammy®-winning Cuban ensemble Tiempo Libre will transport you to the streets of Havana, including favorites such as Guantanamera, Son de la Loma, and dance-worthy cha-cha-chas.
Thomas Wilson, conductor
March 17, 2012, 8:00 pm
More information >>
Tickets from $19 ($12 students)
719-520-SHOW * csphilharmonic.org * PPC box office
Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts
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Mercury Ensemble Presents, 3/18
| Mercury Ensemble Presents:
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Duo Classica
Violinist Lydia Sviatlovskaya and Pianist Olga Dashevskaya
Tango and other Rhythms
Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962) - Sicilienne and Rigaudon
Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) - Valses nobles et sentimentales
Claude Debussy (1862-1918) - Valse " La plus que lente"
Manuel de Falla (1876-1946) - Dance espagnole
Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953) - Valse and Gavotte from ballet "Cinderella" (Arr.M. Fihtenholz)
Igor Stravinsky (1882- 1971) - Russian Dance from ballet 'Petruschka" (Arr.S. Dushkin)
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Astor Piazolla (1921- 1992)
Rhythm of Tango
1.Rio Sena
2.Chau Paris
3.Auburn and Turquoise
4.Adios Nonino
5.La Calle 92
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Sunday, March 18, 2012 at 4 pm
Grace United Methodist Church
4905 E. Yale Avenue in Denver
general admission $12, students 18 and under $6
Mercury Ensemble | Colorado's Premier Chamber Orchestra | Daniel Leavitt,
Music Director
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Scintillating Harps, 3/18
| SCINTILLATING HARPS, a benefit concert played by 'River of Strings' harp duo, featuring Carolyn Kuban and Kristi Bartleson Stahli. will take place on Sunday, March 18 at 4:00 PM. The benefit recipients will be the Boulder-based Southern Sudan Health Project (SSHP) and one of the 'Lost Girls' of Sudan, now living in Boulder and applying for US citizenship.
The two members of this dynamic harp duo have performed with professional symphonies throughout the United States, have recorded a variety of music from avante garde to folk music, and have joined forces as a duo for over a decade.
The concert is part of the 'Sundays at Four Imagine Series' at the Boulder Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1241 Ceres Dr., Lafayette 80026. For more info. or for tickets call Carolyn at 303-499-0229 or see flyer at her website: www.wholeharpist.com
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Jammin' Jazz in the Dark with Karen Karsh, Walter Barr, Charlie Burrell, Purnell Steen, 3/21
|  Enjoy the extraordinary vocals of Karen Karsh, with her friends Walter Barr, Charlie Burrell, and Purnell Steen along with a number of surprise guest artists.
Discover a new way of listening at Jammin' Jazz.
Sleep shades and visual impairment simulators will be available to heighten the "dark" experience for those who truly want to "see" through the eyes of someone who is blind or visually impaired.
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW...
March 21, 2012 | 6 - 9 pm
Dazzle Restaurant & Lounge
930 Lincoln Street | Denver
Tickets are $30 (food and beverage are not included).
Seating is limited. Tickets can be purchased at www.acbco.org or by calling 303.831.0117.
Limited tickets may be purchased at the door the night of the performance.
($25.50 of the ticket price is tax deductible)
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Englewood Arts Presents, 3/24
| SILVER AINOMÄE, CELLO and HSING-AY HSU, PIANO
ENGLEWOOD ARTS PRESENTS continues its Chamber Music of the Masters series with the annual Olga Wolosyn Memorial Concert. Olga Wolosyn was the former mayor of Englewood and a great supporter of the Englewood Arts Presents series prior to her untimely death in 2007.
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This year's Memorial Concert will feature Colorado Symphony principal cellist Silver Ainomäe and Steinway Artist Hsing-ay Hsu in recital. Also partners in the Hwang-Ainomäe-Hsu Trio, these two friends bring their multi-cultural perspectives to present a program of Classical and Romantic Era masterworks including Arvo Pärt: Fratres, Beethoven: Sonata for Piano and Cello in C major, Piazzolla: Liber tango, and Grieg: Sonata for Piano and Cello in A minor.
Silver Ainomae joined the Colorado Symphony Orchestra as principal cellist in 2009. He has performed in nearly 30 different countries, and is a Prize-winner of several International Cello Competitions. Prior to joining the Colorado Symphony he performed with the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra, Tapiola Sinfonietta, and the Philharmonia Orchestra in London. Born in Tallinn, Estonia, Silver began to play cello at the age of 6. He moved to Finland at age 8 and continued his studies at the Turku Conservatory. In 1994 Silver was accepted to the prestigious Sibelius-Academy Department for Young Performers where he subsequently earned a Master of Music degree. He then continued his studies in London at the Guildhall School of Music and the Razumovsky Academy.
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Since her stage debut at age 4, Steinway Artist Hsing-ay Hsu ("Sing-I Shoo") has been performing at such venues as Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, and internationally in Asia and Europe. Her thoughtful and passionate interpretations have won her international recognition. She has been featured on Garrison Keillor's Prairie Home Companion, NPR'sPerformance Today, Chinese National Television, and Danish Public Radio. She is the Artistic Director of Pendulum New Music at CU-Boulder and a piano faculty at Metro State College of Denver. Ms. Hsu maintains a small private studio and resides in Colorado with her husband, composer Daniel Kellogg, and her daughter.
Website: http://www.englewoodarts.org
Facebook: Englewood Arts Concert Series
Phone: 303.806.8196
Date: Saturday, March 24, 2012
Time: 2:00 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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Boulder Philharmonic, 3/24 & 3/25
|  Lebanese percussionist and beatboxer will be featured in two world premieres: Boulder Sensations , written by Barrak, and Deadlock by Ruby Fulton to feature Shodekeh's unique vocal talents. The pulses of the evening culminate in Beethoven's rhythmic  Symphony No. 7. Two concerts: Mar. 24 at Macky and Mar. 25 in Lakewood. Details
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra Presents "Boulder Sensations" (press release)
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What's Cookin' Jazz Band, 3/25
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We are back at Jacks for two hot performances---Sunday March 25th from 5:00PM to 7:30PM!!!  ALL Ages Welcome!! The performance is FREE!!!!! Street Meters are FREE on Sundays!! As always we feature intricate exciting arrangements of Jazz, Fusion, and Brecker Bros. tunes performed by many of the Metro Areas Finest Jazz Artists. Jazz @Jacks is located at the Denver Pavillions on the 16th St. Mall (500 16th St.) by Maggianos on the 3rd floor across from th Movie Theatres. Hope to see you there--BRING FRIENDS---Please forward this e-mail. THANK YOU!!!! Gene Smookler
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Broadway Music School Presents Randy Johnston Trio, 3/31
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Saturday, March 31st
Randy Johnston Trio Great NYC jazz guitarist
The great guitarist Randy Johnston hails from New York. Randy has played guitar and recorded with Lou Donaldson and many other jazz greats, his new album "People Music" shows his ability to combine bebop with soulful hard bop and contemporary styles. This will be his first time in Denver, don't miss this great artist in a rare visit.
Concert: Saturday, 7:30 PM -- Randy will be playing at Broadway Music School with a guitar, bass & drum trio, joined by: Ken Walker on bass, & Jim White - drums.
Workshop: Saturday, March31 from 12:00-2:00 PM - an experienced clinician, Randy will give an jazz improv workshop, and be available for private lessons.
More info online at: www.broadwaymusicschool.com
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Lisa Downing, 4/20
|  Louis Colaiannia-Lisa Downing K.I.N.D. Benefit Concert Arvada Center
Arvada, CO
Friday, April 20, 7:00 PM
This unforgettable evening will feature an amazing electronic keyboard performance by Louis Colaiannia, and internationally acclaimed solo piano composer and concert artist, Lisa Downing.
Both artists are winners of numerous International Awards and are certain to charm the most discerning musical tastes with their original compositions. Tickets are $25 in advance, and $30 at the door, and can also be ordered online at: www.LisaDowning.com
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Joe Anderies, 5/12
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 Many have asked me to let them know when I am performing around Denver. Just a quick heads up on Saturday, May 12th at Dazzle jazz venue, 930 Lincoln, Denver. I will be bringing in renowned pianist/ composer David Pearl from New York City. In addition, Bijoux Barbosa will join us on bass and my son Trevor (drum set) will be flying in from LA for this special concert - The Joe Anderies, David Pearl Reunion Concert. Shows will be 7 and 9 pm. there is not yet a link on Dazzle for this date, but I will send one along with some bio info around mid April.
Hope you are enjoying the first rays of spring!
Joe Anderies
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STEADY ENGAGEMENTS
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The Bob Montgomery - Al Herman Quartet, Wednesdays
from 8 to 11 at the Wazee Supper Club (15th & Wazee in LoDo) featuring Bill Kopper - guitar, Ken Walker - bass, Al Hermann - trombone and Bob Montgomery - trumpet.
www.wazeesupperclub.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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Colorado Symphony Auditions
| The Colorado Symphony Orchestra
Announces auditions for:
Contrabassoon/Utility Bassoon (tenure track position)
Audition is scheduled for Monday, May 7th, 2012
Employment to start September, 2012
Section Violin (one tenure track position - potentially three positions)
Violinists in the Colorado Symphony rotate between sections
Audition is scheduled for Monday, May 14th, 2012
Employment to start September, 2012
Principal Bass (tenure track position)
Audition is scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, June 4th and 5th, 2012
Employment to start September, 2012
Highly qualified applicants mail or FAX a one-page resume to:
Larry Brezicka, Personnel Manager
THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
Boettcher Concert Hall - 1000 14th Street, #15
Denver, CO 80202
FAX 303-293-2649
Applications must be received by April 11th, 2012
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
The Colorado Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Denver Young Artists Orchestra Announces Job Opening
| February 21, 2012
DYAO is excited to announce the opening of a full-time Director of Development & Events.
Director of Development & Events - Full Time
The mission of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra Association (DYAO) is to provide the finest possible youth orchestra programs, inspiring and educating young musicians through the performance of great works of music and offering valuable cultural opportunities to the community. The Director of Development is responsible to direct the coordination and realization of the Development programs on behalf of DYAO's goals and objectives. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, implementation of fundraising goals and objectives as set forth by the DYAO Board of Directors; short term and long term fund development; and working in partnership with the Executive Director to develop strategic partnerships and leveraging opportunities that can enhance the organization's abilities to raise funds.
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Position Announcement - Colorado Music Festival
| Colorado Music Festival & Rocky Mountain Center for Musical Arts
Orchestra Personnel Manager PT/Seasonal The Colorado Music Festival & Rocky Mountain Center for Musical Arts (CMF & RMCMA) presents a sixweek summer music festival at Chautauqua in Boulder, and operates a year round community music school in Lafayette providing music instruction on all instruments and voice to more than 500 students of all ages and abilities each week.
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Bass Openings in semi-professional choir at St. John's Cathedral
| Currently seeking to fill bass positions in the semi-professional choir at Saint John's Cathedral. Please contact Stephen Tappe at 303-577-7726 or at tappe@sjcathedral.org
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Bass player needed for professional working dance band
|  DEJA BLU- A VARIETY DANCE BAND
5 Singers~ 5 Decades of the very best dance music
www.dejabluband.com
Deja Blu is an established regional variety dance band. We have been together for over 10 years. We are a 5 piece band with a female lead singer. All 5 of us sing lead and backup vocals.
We work with a full time sound man. We have a business manager who handles all of the business side of booking, contracts, marketing, promotion and the web site.
We play about 30-40 shows per year. The money is very good - most of our shows are weddings, private and corporate with summer festivals thrown in.
We all have flexible day jobs that allow us to take mid-week gigs in the summer and a few out of state weddings that require long weekends.
What we are looking for:
We are looking for an experienced player who can cover a large variety of music and cover it well. Prior experience with a variety dance band is a plus.
We would like for you to be able to sing lead on a few songs and cover some vocal harmonies.
You must have pro gear, formal attire, reliable transportation for mountain travel and a great attitude
We are asking for a 100% commitment to the band so, please - No guns for hire or guys who play in multiple bands. It just would not work for us.
Please contact our manager at band@indra.com
Or call 303-517-9852
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Fort Collins Symphony Auditions for Percussion
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The Fort Collins Symphony announces auditions for the following position:
SECTION PERCUSSION
DATE: Auditions will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2012 (am)
LOCATION: Lincoln Center
417 W. Magnolia Street
Fort Collins CO 80521
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, May 14, 2012
For more information and to request an audition time for the above opening email a ONE PAGE resume to:
Please include current address, email address and phone number. Communication via email is preferred, but you may also mail to:
Fort Collins Symphony
Attn: April Johannesen
214 S. College Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80524
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Celebrating the life and music of Mort Mann, 5/16
|  Friends and family of the late Mort Mann are planning a celebration of his life on Wednesday, May 16. We are looking for looking for recordings of Mort's music and performances over the years. If you have any such recordings to share, please contact Heidi Schnicker at: h.schnicker@comcast.net
Mort Mann Obituary |
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Workshop for Recreational Instrumental Musicians, 3/24
| A workshop targeting adults whose avocation is instrumental music is being offered through the Colorado Music Festival and Rocky Mountain Center for Musical Arts. Hands-on injury prevention training will be coupled with new brain-based strategies in music learning. Teachers of adult musicians are welcome to attend at a reduced rate.
The instructors, Carolyn Kuban, neurologic music therapist, harpist, and music medicine practitioner, and Kim Nelson, Pilates and dance kinesiology practitioner, together bring over twenty years of knowledge and experience in their fields. Carolyn has given this workshop to harpists for the past 8 years and is now opening it up to all instrumental musicians.
The goal in this workshop is to help musicians approach playing their instruments with new understanding, whether in the areas of memorizing and sightreading, mental focus and attention, alleviating posture, tendonitis, or carpel tunnel issues, increasing endurance and relaxation, or aging issues and playing--and much more.
The workshop will be held at RMCMA, 200 E. Baseline Rd., Lafayette, on Sat. March 24 from 1:00-5:30 PM. Participants need to bring yoga mats or blankets for movement participation. For a registration form, contact Carolyn Kuban, at 303-499-0229, kubanks@qwest.net, or go online
at www.wholeharpist.com
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Add your act to the AFM's new booking service
|  With the approaching public launch of AFM Entertainment, now is the time to add your musical act to the AFM's new booking service.
We will be booking gigs for all genres, from classical to jazz to hip-hop to rock. And every job will pay at least the appropriate local scale wages and benefits.
To participate, you'll need a solid, engaging electronic press kit. That means a well-written bio, at least one professional-grade photograph, and either great-sounding audio or a decent video.
As AFM President Ray Hair wrote, "When we work together and book that job, we will have partly answered that age-old question, 'What does the union do for me?'"
Sign up today!
http://afmentertainment.org
Send any questions to feedback@afmentertainment.org.
Thank you,
American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada
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The Lamont School of Music Summer Pre-College Academy
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 Important Application Deadlines: February 15 - Priority Scholarship Application Deadline March 15 - Regular Application Deadline Outstanding Faculty, State of the Art Facilities, Workshops, Private Lessons, Master Classes, Chamber Music, Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Choir, World Music, Theory, Recitals and Recreation Instrumentalists, Singers and Pianists, ages 14 through 18 Visit our website or contact:
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Trumka: On the Endorsement of Barack Obama for a Second Term as President
| Statement by Richard Trumka
President, AFL-CIO
On the Endorsement of Barack Obama for a Second Term as President
March 13, 2012
As president, Barack Obama has placed his faith in America's working men and women to lead our country to economic recovery and to our full potential as a nation. With our endorsement today, we affirm our faith in him-and pledge to work with him through the election and his second term to restore fairness, security and shared prosperity.
The coming election is about values. President Obama honors the values of hard work, of mutual respect, and of solving problems together-not every person for himself or herself. He believes that together we will get through the most challenging economic crisis in memory and restore opportunity for all. Each of the Republican presidential candidates, on the other hand, has pledged to uphold the special privileges of Wall Street and the 1%--privileges that have produced historic economic inequality and drowned out the voices of working people in America.
President Obama took America from the brink of a second Great Depression by pressing Congress to pass the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which saved or created 3.6 million jobs. He championed comprehensive health insurance reform, which -- while far from perfect -- set the nation on a path toward health security that had eluded our country for nearly 100 years. He insisted upon Wall Street reform-passed over the objection of almost every Republican-that is now beginning to reverse decades of financial deregulation that put our entire economy at risk.
Although the labor movement has sometimes differed with the president and often pushed his administration to do more and do it faster, we have never doubted his commitment to working families. He has worked hard to create good jobs; he has made the revival of the manufacturing sector a hallmark of his jobs agenda; he has moved aggressively to protect workers' rights, pay and health and safety on the job; he has worked for a fair resolution of the housing crisis and he put his confidence and administration unequivocally behind the workers and companies in the American auto industry-a move that saved hundreds of thousands of jobs and is helping to revive the economy now and for the future.
President Obama has earned the support of working people for a second term and today the AFL-CIO voted proudly and enthusiastically to endorse him for a second term.
The labor movement is the original social network-a working class social network-and this year the unions of the AFL-CIO will be mobilizing working people to come together to organize our neighborhoods door to door, powered by cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned energy. We will be running an independent program rooted not in parties or candidates but in helping working people build power, making informed decisions about which candidates at every level to work for based on records and issues.
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EFCU donating to Labor's Community Agency
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 By Ed Knox
DMA member and President of IBEW Local 68
Hey everyone,
I just received the following message from Electrical Federal Credit Union: "For every new member/account we bring in (to the Electrical Federal Credit Union) EFCU will - for the next three months - donate $5.00 to LCA."
There will never be a better time to join the Electrical Federal Credit Union!
With the exciting news regarding EFCU's generous donation to LCA, every Unionist should consider at least a one-time contribution. Labor's Community Agency, as the Community Services Arm of the Colorado AFL-CIO, is supported by direct donations, grants and foundations. LCA is a nonprofit, charitable organization with a 501(c)(3) designation of our tax code. Your donations, as always, are tax deductible.
Looking for an easy way to donate to LCA? LCA is now set up to accept donations directly out of your checking or savings account. Please click LCA-ACH-Form.pdf to download an ACH form today.
Click DONATE TO LCA to make donations on-line safely and securely through PayPal.
We appreciate direct donations. Please make checks or money orders payable to:
Labor's Community Agency
When you join EFCU you might consider asking them to accept your monthly AUTOMATIC DONATION to LCA, in the amount of $20 or so. (LCA-ACH-Form.pdf) Those funds will then be channeled through EFCU to LCA, via the ACH (Automatic Clearing House) method, with EFCU charging NO FEE for transacting this business. Please take the time to call the folks at EFCU and thank them for their generosity. 303-428-5080.
Without our collective help, LCA is not gonna be around to help any of us.
Fraternally,
Ed Knox
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COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA & BAND
Note:
Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial
engagements.
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| Openings in the Golden Eagle Concert Band Auditions | The Golden Eagle Concert Band, a community concert band, under the direction of John R. Williams, has openings for several additional players to fill out our ranks. We are a IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. If you play any of the following instruments and are interested in joining a very good community concert band, please contact John R. Williams at 303-695-8800.
We need the following: Clarinet - 3-4 openings; Bassoon - 1opening; Trumpet - 2 openings; Percussion/Mallets - 2 openings.
We are preparing for our Spring Concert at the Lakewood Cultural Center on March 31st and April 1st, and the title of the Concert is "Broadway Showtime".
I look forward to talking to you.
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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 North High School (2960 Speer Blvd Denver) 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.
Starting 1/5 we will be rehearsing at North High School - same times. Feel free to drop by and check us out, or check out milehighcommunityband.net for more information. E-mail mjlucas@aol.com if you have other questions!
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YOUTH ORCHESTRAS /
EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES
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| String Competition, 3/14 | The Colorado Young Sinfonia, directed by
Basil Vendryes, announces a concerto competition:
March 14th, 2012
Winner(s) to be awarded $500/$250 AND will perform with the Colorado Young Sinfonia in April 2012.
Competition will be in two Categories:
Junior Division: Students up to age 14
Senior Division: Students up to age 21
Repertoire should be chosen from works for string orchestra, or chamber orchestra with a small wind complement. Repertoire choice MUST be approved by CYS.
Entries must be postmarked by February 15th, 2012. Application Fee is $35.00. Contestants will be expected to perform the entire concerto with CYS. All auditions must be performed with piano accompaniment (not provided). For more information and application forms, please contact
CYS Director Basil Vendryes bvendryes@msn.com 720-371-4145
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| Broadway Music School Summer Music Camps |
 BROADWAY MUSIC SCHOOL presents:
Summer music day camps
Kids 10-18 play in professionally coached one week rock, jazz, or classical groups and then perform a concert. Groups meet Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM.
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| FOR SALE OR RENT / EQUIPMENT WANTED |
Allen & Heath Mixer
$475.00
mixer for live sound & recording
ZED-24 has an incredibly advanced feature-set for a
mixer at this level - it has 23 independent sources to the mix, 10
independent outputs, 4 aux sends, Configurable USB audio in/out makes it easy to capture stereo recordings, playback and
effects, a unique dual stereo input capability and some very
Contact: Anna Shea at anna@threesons.net
advanced monitoring facilities.
Classic 45 rpm records available at no charge.
Contact Eric Ross for further information at 303-771-2200.
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.
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
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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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