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March 29, 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 and the . 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 . 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 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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In Europe, Where Art Is Life, Ax Falls on Public Financing
| By LARRY ROHTER
New York Times
Published: March 24, 2012
European governments are cutting their support for culture, and American arts lovers are starting to feel the results.
In Italy, the world-famous opera house La Scala faces a $9 million shortfall because of reductions in subsidies. In the Netherlands, government financing for arts programs has been cut by 25 percent. Portugal has abolished its Ministry of Culture.
Europe's economic problems, and the austerity programs meant to address them, are forcing arts institutions there to curtail programs, tours and grants. As a result, some ensembles are scaling down their productions and trying to raise money from private donors, some in the United States, potentially putting them in competition with American arts organizations.
For Americans used to seeing the best and most adventuresome European culture on tour in this country, the belt-tightening is beginning to affect both the quantity and quality of arts exchanges. At least three European troupes that were expected to perform in January at the Under the Radar theater festival in New York, for example, had to withdraw as they could not afford the travel costs, and the organizers could not either.
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Much uncertainty amid Kimmel Center's lease talks with orchestra
| March 26, 2012
By Peter Dobrin, Inquirer Culture Writer
Each spring for the last decade, Philadelphia's largest performing arts importer has unveiled what's in store for next season: world music, jazz, superstar pianist Lang Lang, or, when times were flush, the widely worshipped Vienna Philharmonic.
So far this spring, however, except for announcing its lucrative Broadway series, the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts has been silent on plans for 2012-13. The Kimmel has a season penciled in, leaders say, but for now, completion of its own presentations must wait as negotiations over a new lease agreement between the Kimmel and its largest tenant, the Philadelphia Orchestra, reach a critical point.
What's at stake, according to several sources who have been briefed on the talks, is the question of whether the Kimmel can continue as a full-fledged arts center with an artistically independent presenting arm, or whether it will be reduced to being a rental facility for resident companies while letting its halls on open nights to commercial entities such as Live Nation.
Philadelphia Orchestra president Allison B. Vulgamore has made her preferences known.
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Court approves contract for Philadelphia Orchestra president
| Posted by Peter Dobrin, March 21, 2012
http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/artswatch/
In the interest of closure, it's worth noting that the Philadelphia Orchestra Association's contract covering the continued employment of president/CEO Allison B. Vulgamore has been approved by U.S. Bankruptcy Court Judge Eric L. Frank.
In case you've forgotten details of the deal, find them here.
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Louisville Orchestra to send musicians new contract offer
| Elizabeth Kramer
Louisville Courier-Journal
March 26, 2012
The Louisville Orchestra's board of directors voted in executive session on Monday to send its musicians a new offer under which the two sides could agree to a new contact, according to board president Chuck Maisch. The musicians have not had a contract since last June and haven't performed together as the Louisville Orchestra since last April.
"It's going to be very similar to the last offer. We're just going to make it very, very clear - to clarify exactly what it is going to take," Maish said, referring to the terms under which management believes it can employ the musicians and not exceed its budget projections. He has said the orchestra has to keep its budget under approximately $5.3 million.
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In This Issue
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| DMA Membership Drive | | In Europe, Ax Falls on Public Financing | | Philadelphia Orch/Kimmel Center | | Court approves contract for Philadelphia Orch president | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Bob Montgomery/Al Hermann, 3/29 | | Purnell Steen, 3/31 | | Sammy King, 3/31 | | Randy Johnston Trio, 3/31 | | Jon Faddis and Thomas Hooten, 4/3 | | Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 4/6 | | Second Tuesdays at Trinity, 4/10 | | Lisa Downing, 4/20 | | What's Cookin' CD Release Party, 4/29 | | Dale Bruning & Jude Hibler, 3/23, 3/24 | | Joe Anderies, 5/12 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Colorado Symphony Auditions | | Bass openings in semi-professional choir | | Bass player needed | | Fort Collins Symphony Auditions for Percussion | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Summer Course in the Alexander Technique | | 50th Anniversary celebration of the Denver Folklore Center.sic of Mort Mann, 5/16 | | Celebrating the life and music of Mort Mann, 5/16 | | AFM's new booking service | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Miller Calls for Federal Probe of NLRB's Flynn | | Trumka: NLRB's Flynn Must Resign | | Join Us on the Picket Line FRIDAY at 1 PM | | EFCU donating to Labor's Community Agency | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Openings in the Golden Eagle Concert Band | | Metro Community Band Openings | | Community Band Seeks New Members | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | Broadway Music School Summer Music Camps | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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 Romeo & Juliet Dance
MOZART / Ballet Music from Idomeneo
SCHUBERT / Symphony No. 5
PROKOFIEV / Selections from Romeo and Juliet
Enduring works by Mozart and Schubert open this concert with guest conductor Andrew Litton. The famed Cleo Parker Robinson Dance ensemble joins the Colorado Symphony in a dramatic retelling of Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet with colorful costumes and atmospheric lighting.
Andrew Litton, conductor
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Program Notes >>  Tchaikovsky 4
BRAHMS / Academic Festival Overture
MOZART / Piano Concerto No. 21
TCHAIKOVSKY / Symphony No. 4
Opening this Litton conducted performance is Brahms' Academic Festival Overture, described by Brahms as "a very boisterous potpourri of student songs." Pianist Pascal Roge is highlighted on Mozart's famous piano concerto No. 21, featured in the 1967 Swedish film Elvira Madigan. The concert concludes with one of the most revered works in the repertoire, Tchaikovsky's 4th.
Andrew Litton, conductor
Pascal Rogé, piano
Program Notes >>
 Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances
DEBUSSY / Petite Suite
GOLIJOV / Mariel
TCHAIKOVSKY / Variations on a Rococo Theme
RACHMANINOFF / Symphonic Dances
A varied program of new and favored works highlights the talents of conductor Joana Carneiro and cellist Alban Gerhardt. Rachmaninoff, Denver's favorite composer, is once again brought to life in his late, great work, the "Symphonic Dances."
Joana Carneiro, conductor
Alban Gerhardt, cello
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Bob Montgomery/Al Hermann, 3/29, 4/4
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Bob and Al Quintet - Wed. March28 - Wazee Supper Club (15th & Wazee) 8 to 11
Bob and Al Quintet - Thur. March 29 - Treppedas Italian Ristorante in Niwot (303-652-1606 for info & directions) 6:30 to 9:30 Bob and Al Quintet - Wed. April 4 - Wazee Supper Club (15th & Wazee) 8 to 11
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Purnell Steen and Le Jazz Machine (and friends), 3/31
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3/31/2012, Black Crown Lounge - 1446 South Broadway Denver, CO 80210 - 9:00 p.m. - Midnight (Special guest: Myra Warren on vocals)
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Sammy King, 3/31
| 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 31- Saturday 2:00-4:30pm
April 1 - Sunday 2:00-4:30pm (no joke) 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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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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| CU College of Music presenting Jon Faddis and Thomas Hooten, 4/3 |
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On Tuesday, April 3rd, legendary jazz trumpet artist Jon Faddis and newly appointed Associate Principal Trumpet of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Thomas Hooten will be at the CU Boulder College of Music. Jon Faddis will present a clinic, followed by a recital by Tom Hooten during the afternoon. That evening Mr. Hooten will present a trumpet masterclass.
All events are free, and open to the public.
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Tuesday, 4/3
3:00-4:00 p.m. Jon Faddis clinic (Grusin Hall)
4:30-5:30 Thomas Hooten recital (Grusin Hall)
7:00-8:30 Thomas Hooten masterclass (Rehearsal Hall)
For more information, please contact Terry Sawchuk, Professor of Trumpet (303-492-8649).
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| Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 4/6 |
Good Friday with First Pres and the Philharmonic: a unique experience
Maestro Josep Caballé-Domenech conducts a glowing evening featuring Lauridsen's Lux Ĉterna, Haydn's The Passion, excerpts from Brahms' A German Requiem, and Schuman's New England Triptych.
Josep Caballé-Domenech, conductor
First Pres Sanctuary Choir
Good Friday, April 6, 8:00 pm
More information >>
Tickets from $17-$33 ($12 students)
719-520-SHOW * csphilharmonic.org * PPC box office
Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts
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| Second Tuesdays at Trinity, 4/10 |
Second Tuesdays at Trinity is pleased to present Silvana Santinelli in a solo piano recital with works by Beethoven, Chopin,
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Rachmaninoff and Ponce.
Pianist Silvana Santinelli has performed in Russia, the Czech Republic, France, Canada, China and Switzerland, in addition to the United States and her native Mexico. Currently an assistant professor at CSU Ft. Collins, Dr. Santinelli has performed at the Kennedy Center, Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City, the Phillips Collection in Washington D.C., and the Sala Cortot in Paris, France. She and her husband, vioinist Ronald Francois, comprise Duo Francois, and together they have toured internationally.
Tuesday, April 10, at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and may be pre-reserved ahead of time by clicking the "2nd Tuesdays" button at www.tpcarvada.org or by calling 303-422-3656 x25, or may be purchased (cash or check only) at the door the evening of the concert.
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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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What's Cookin' CD Release Party, 4/29
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Whats Cookin' Invites YOU to our CD RELEASE PARTY!!! at Jazz@Jacks  Yes!! We have finally done it--a New CD by our Tenette. Its Very Exciting. The CD Release is at Jazz@Jacks , 500 16th ST. at the Denver Pavillions on 16th and Glenarm Pl. The Date:Sunday April 22nd from 5:00 to 8:00PM. All Ages are Welcome!!! Meter Parking is free!! Admission is to buy a CD($10.00)--one per couple. We are also performing at Jacks the following Sunday, April 29th from 5:00 tp 7:30PM. The arrangements are Terrific, Played by some of the best Jazz Musicians in the Metro Area. We will play Jazz, Fusion,Brecker Brothers songs, and many other styles. Please pass this on to your friends. Any Questions call me at 303-766-0037 You will be Hummin' the tunes from the CD. Best, Gene Smookler
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Dale Bruning & Jude Hibler, 4/29, 5/18
| * April 29th, Sunday: Dale Bruning & Jude Hibler present The Timeless Music of Sonny Rollins with Ron Miles, John Gunther, Mark Patterson, Mark Simon, and Paul Romaine. The concert will be at Dazzle, 930 Lincoln St, Denver. SHOW TIMES ARE 5 & 7 PM. Reservations can be made at info@dazzlejazz.com or call 303-839-5100.
 * May18th, Friday: The Dale Bruning Trio with Special Guests Ron Miles and Mark Patterson.They will play at Guitars, etc., 460 A Main Street, Longmont, CO 80501. SHOW TIME IS 6:30 pm. Tickets are $15 and reservations can be made at sales@guitarsetc.net or by calling 303-776-8388.
Jude Hibler - Owner
Jazz Link Enterprises
3721 Columbia Dr
Longmont, CO 80503
303-776-1764
http://www.jazzlinkenterprises.com
mailto:info@jazzlinkenterprises.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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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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Summer Course in the Alexander Technique at CU Boulder, 7/14
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The 18th Annual Summer Course in the Alexander Technique at the University of Colorado at Boulder will be held July 9-13, 9:00 to noon daily. A one day Intensive will be held July 14, 1-5:00 pm. The 2012 faculty includes Ed Bilanchone, Amy Likar, and DMA member James Brody. Early registration by DMA members will result in a 15% reduction in tuition.
The Alexander Technique is a powerful tool for changing habits in movement and thinking. While anyone can benefit from this Technique, the work applies especially well to musicians and educators. Participants will learn about generalized and specific body use issues that can affect both performance and educational settings, as well as practical skills for the classroom. The results of a medical study in England that investigated the Alexander Technique were recently published in the British Medical Journal. A link to a summary of the study and a short film about it can be found at http://www.bmj.com/content/337/bmj.a884 For more information about the Course and the Alexander Technique in general, please consult the following web site: (http://music.colorado.edu/departments/wellness/) or contact DMA member James Brody (brody@colorado.edu).
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The 50th Anniversary celebration of the Denver Folklore Center
| As of last Tuesday, March 13th, the Denver Folklore Center marks 50 years since the opening of the little shop at 608 East 17th Avenue. To celebrate the occasion I have enlisted the aid of the Swallow Hill Music Association to produce a week-end of events over the Memorial Day week-end, May 25 - 27 (Friday to Sunday), with concerts, a documenting event, and a Sunday evening party/get-together. Tickets are available from Swallow Hill through their web site, www.swallowhillmusic.com, as well as some information at www.denverfolklore.com.
For those of you from outside of Denver who contemplate coming, I will be sending a separate e-mail with information and questions about lodging, etc. Please feel free to write me directly at this address, denverfolklore@gmail.com (please delete denfolk@msn.com and use the one noted - thanks).
I've waited 50 years to celebrate the naive and probably rash idea of starting a business when I hadn't a clue how to do such a thing (even now I'm not sure I know anything). I hope you will come help me celebrate. I've chosen that week-end specifically so that there would be a full week-end of "partying," with a travel Monday at the end. Let me know how I can help make a way for you to come. All the best to you. Specific information follows:
50th Anniversary of the Denver Folklore Center in 2012:
Make your plans for this Memorial Day Weekend of exceptional music from Friday through Sunday!
Tickets are available through Swallow Hill for any or all performances.
Friday, May 25, at the Newman Center on the University Of Denver campus, 8pm:
Hot Rize, the Otis Taylor Blues Band, & an opening welcome by Harry Tuft & Dick Lamm.
Tickets: $28-$103, reserved seating.
Saturday, May 26, at the L2 Arts & Culture Center, Colfax and Columbine Streets, 8pm:
Tim O'Brien, Dakota Blonde, Nick & Helen Forster, and Dick Weissman.
Tickets: $25 advance, $30 day of show.
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Sunday, May 27, at Four Mile Historic Park, 1-4pm:
Jim Kweskin & Geoff Muldaur, Mollie O-Brien & Rich Moore, Pete & Joan Wernick, Michael Cooney, Harry Tuft, Jack Stanesco, & Steve Abbott.
Tickets: $25 advance, $30 day of show.
Information on the parties follows later.
Please note new e-mail address:
denverfolklore@gmail.com.
denfolk@msn.com will be phased out.
Harry M. Tuft
Denver Folklore Center
1893 South Pearl St.
Denver, CO 80210
303-777-4786
www.denverfolklore.com
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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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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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Miller Calls for Federal Probe of NLRB's Flynn
| March 28, 2012
In a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder, Rep. George Miller (D-Calif.) urged the Justice Department to investigate charges that National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) member Terence Flynn funneled confidential information to people engaged in attacking the NLRB ( http://democrats.edworkforce.house.gov/sites/democrats.edworkforce.house.gov/files/documents/112/pdf/letters/DOCFlynnTransmittal.PDF ), including a key adviser to Mitt Romney's presidential campaign. Flynn's alleged actions "threaten the integrity of the board's most vital operations," says Miller.
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Trumka: NLRB's Flynn Must Resign
| March 27, 2012
National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB's) member Terence Flynn should resign immediately, says AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, after a report by the NLRB's inspector general found that Flynn funneled confidential information to people engaged in attacking the NLRB, including a key adviser to Mitt Romney's presidential campaign.
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Join Us on the Picket Line FRIDAY at 1 PM
| Support Our Sisters on Strike.
At 8 AM last Thursday, eight UFCW members who work as barbers at Buckley Air Force Base made a difficult decision. They went out on strike against their employer -- Gina Morena Enterprises, a huge and highly profitable company with over 400 shops nationwide. These workers decided to go on strike because Gina Morena is demanding that they take a pay cut for the third straight contract. The barbers already have gone from 70% commisions to 60% commissions, and Gina Morena wants to cut that further. Unsurprisingly, given the company's greed, these workers also do not receive health care, pensions, paid sick days, or paid vacations, and their pay is barely enough to support a family as it is.
Join Them on the Picket Line
FRIDAY, 1 PM
BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE.
Eight workers against a huge greedy corporation.
It's going to be a tough fight, so we need to move quickly. UFCW Local 7 is already mobilizing to stand by their members; Local 7 President Kim Cordova said "every member of Local 7 deserves respect and fairness from their company" and we at Jobs with Justice couldn't agree more. So join us at 1 PM this Friday at Buckley Air Force Base and let's show Gina Morena Enterprises what solidarity is all about.
We'll be at 6th Avenue & Aspen in Aurora; from I-70 take Airport Rd south to 6th and turn left, then we'll be at the second light, or take 6th Avenue all the way out from the city.
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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
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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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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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| 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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Summer Lodging Wanted Responsible female non-smoker Banda Piccoloist for Central City Opera La Boheme seeks rental room with kitchen privileges, June 26-August 12. Walking distance to JCRS Shopping Center preferred. Walking distance to other shopping and public transportation OK. Shared room OK. Will pay for carpool transportation between lodging and Central City. Marian 650-969-9308.
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
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
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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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