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September 11, 2012
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In Memory - Ron Owens (Memorial scheduled for 9/12 at 2pm)
|  Ron Owens passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, Sept 1. Ron performed with a wide variety of ensembles throughout his career such as Colorado Ballet, Central City Opera, and as principal clarinetist with the Denver Municipal Band. Ron was also a devoted teacher in the Denver Public Schools, and also as a highly-praised private instructor. Memorial Services will be held Wed, 9-12-12, 2 pm. at Lakewood Nazarene Church, 1755 Dover. The Denver Municipal Band Brass Quintet will perform a prelude and a clarinet ensemble organized by Ron Day will perform as part of the service.
The family requests that donations be made to the Denver Municipal Band.
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Membership Meeting, 9/17
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MEETING AGENDA:
Supporting member-owned businesses
If you have a sideline business of nterest to DMA members, e.g., service, retail, finance, real estate ..., we need you at this meeting. Our goal is to  launch an ongoing effort that will connect the needs of our membership with the products and services of our colleagues and associates
* Encouraging a customer base from our membership
* Accepted and developing means of networking
* DMA Business & Service Directory
* Buy and support local
Denver Musicians Association, 1165 Delaware St, Denver, CO 80204-3607
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Indy Musicians Press Release
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from Robert Goodlett, Indianapolis Symphony
September 7, 2012
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Musicians make last ditch effort to save the first two concerts of the season. Symphony Society last week threatened to cancel concerts
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Musicians (ISO musicians) announced today that after a series of negotiations to settle on a new contract, they have proposed a two- month contract extension to keep the music on the stage.
Last week, the Symphony Society threatened to cancel the Classical season opener on September 14thand 15th with Krzysztof Urbanski and the Pops season opener on September 21-23 with Jack Everly and Time for Three if the musicians did not agree to their demands by today.
"This week, working with a mediator, the musicians and the society have made some progress," said Richard Graef, chairman of the ISO musicians negotiating committee. "This proposed two-month contract extension will keep the music on stage for the people of Indiana and allows for a period where we 'play and talk,' which has occurred in previous contract negotiations with the Society. It is unprecedented for the musicians to offer concessions during the 'play and talk' period."
As set forth in the proposed contract extension, the musicians would play at a weekly rate of $1250, which is 16.7 percent lower than their current weekly rate.
Since 2003, the concessions made by the ISO musicians in their contracts have saved the Society more than $7 million.
The musicians also have provided 15 dates between September 13 and November 8, 2012 to the Society so both parties can continue negotiations.
Per the request of the mediator, both the musicians and the Society agreed to withhold public comment on the negotiations this week. That period ended today at approximately 5:51 p.m.
* The musicians of the Indianapolis Symphony have posted a new website. Please visit the new site to stay up to date on the news coming from Indianapolis.
* Please also show your support for the musicians of the Indianapolis Symphony by visiting their Facebook page and clicking on "like."
* A petition has been established where you can express your support for the
musicians of the Indianapolis Symphony.
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Entertaining in Retirement Communities
| By Rod Taylor
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A year or so ago I was one of the casualties of our current economic crisis. Since industry today looks like a deserted mine field, I decided to see if there was a job I could do that wasn't subject to old age or being shipped offshore! My first thought was my first love, music and entertaining.
It's no secret that club work has, for many years, been sparse to say the least, so I decided to take a look at what was happening in the local retirement communities. That was an eye opener to say the least. My preliminary investigation showed me that in Colorado, the retirement industry is one of the fastest growing industries we have, and that across the United States, 10,000 people per day are retiring!
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SPCO, Minnesota Orchestra in tough contract talks
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Rob Hubbard
St.Paul Pioneer Press
September 8, 2012
Could this be an autumn without orchestras?
The St. Paul Chamber Orchestra opened its 54th season Friday, Sept. 7, with
a concert at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. But the musicians of
both the SPCO and the Minnesota Orchestra in Minneapolis are currently
working under contracts that expire Sept. 30.
Negotiations between musicians and management will continue, but unless
significant progress is made toward agreements, concerts could be canceled
in October.
It remains to be seen whether potential labor disputes will take the form of
strikes, such as the one that wiped out most of the Detroit Symphony's
2011-12 season, or management lockouts akin to the one the Atlanta Symphony
is experiencing.
But classical concertgoers should be prepared for the possibility it could
get quiet next month.
Both orchestras' governing bodies are proposing musicians take pay cuts:
-- At the Minnesota Orchestra's bargaining table, management's current
contract proposal cuts the average musician's salary 34 percent, from what
management estimates as an average of $135,000 to $89,000 a year.
-- On Friday, the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra Society proposed cutting the
average salary of an SPCO musician from $73,732 to $62,500, a cut of 15
percent.
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Atlanta Symphony musicians say Woodruff Arts Center nixed potential labor deal with orchestra
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By Scott Freeman and Mark Gresham
ArtsAtl
Negotiations between the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and the union that represents its musicians have broken down after talking points for an agreement were rejected by the Woodruff Arts Center's executive board, the ASO Players Association said Tuesday. The Woodruff Arts Center is the ASO's parent organization.
Christina Smith, the ASO's principal flutist and a member of the negotiating committee, said in a telephone interview that the musicians and the orchestra had reached common ground on a plan for $4 million in concessions by the musicians over the next two years, along with an equal amount of salary and staff reductions among the ASO's administrative staff of about 75. The potential breakthrough came before the musicians were locked out on August 26.
"We were very close," Smith said. "We had basically reached an agreement. I think the ASO board was delighted and a little surprised at the amount of concessions we offered."
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| Membership Meeting, 9/17 | | Indy Musicians Press Release | | Entertaining in Retirement Communities | | SPCO, Minnesota Orchestra in tough contract talks | | Atlanta Symphony musicians say Woodruff Arts Center nixed the deal | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Second Tuesdays at Trinity, 9/11 | | René Heredia, 9/15 | | Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 9/15 | | Boulder Phil's Season Opener, 9/15 | | Laurie Dameron - environmental concerts | | Neil Bridge 7+, 9/16 | | Marti Henry & Friends, 9/16, 9/27 | | Battle of the Big Bands, 9/16 | | Englewood Arts Presents, 9/21 | | Violin and Piano Recital, 9/23 | | Stacy Lesartre w/ the Cheyenne Symphony, 9/29 | | Concert for Wes Blomster, 10/1 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | position open - Wind Ensemble Music Director | | Cheyenne Symphony Auditions | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | DMA Membership Drive - Final Month!!! | | New Tenor-Alto Clef Trombone Books | | Donated Instruments Needed | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Stop the Union Busting in Douglas County | | Obstruct and Exploit | | The TRUTH About the Postal Service Finances | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Longmont Symphony vacancy for Principal Horn | | Lakewood Symphony Auditions | | Littleton Symphony Auditions | | Parker Symphony Orchestra Auditions | | Current Openings in the Golden Eagle Concert Band | | Evergreen Chamber Orchestra Auditions | | Metro Community Band Openings | | Community Band Seeks New Members | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | Greater Boulder Youth Orchestra Auditions | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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Join us for this special concert commemorating the 202nd Anniversary of the Independence of Mexico
This is a free Community Concert, but a ticket is required for admission.
Tickets will be distributed beginning on September 1. Please continue to check back for updated information.
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Second Tuesdays at Trinity, 9/11
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Second Tuesdays at Trinity Opens its Third Concert Season with A Russian Souvenir featuring DuoClassica: Olga Dashevskaya, piano, and Lydia Sviatlovskaya, violin
September 11, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.
Trinity Presbyterian Church, 7755 Vance Drive, Arvada 80003
The program will include the music of Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Stravinsky, Prokofiev, and Shostakovich and will be followed by a "meet and greet" reception. Please join us!
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students, payable by cash or check at the door.
Tickets can also be pre-reserved by phoning 303-422-3656 x25 or at the 2nd Tuesdays link on the church's homepage:
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René Heredia w/ the Flamenco Fantasy Dance Theatre, 9/15
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"GYPSY FLAMENCO PASSION" The performance combines sensuous flamenco rhythm-from the deepest emotion to the lighthearted-with authentic Gypsy choreography and guitar accompaniment. The enchantment of Spain, the excitement of genuine Gypsy Flamenco dance, music and multiple changes from a wardrobe of lavish costumes' all come together in one exquisite performance. "Colorado's premier dance company"  | | Malaguena |
One Night Only, a show for the entire family, not to be missed! Swallow Hill Music Association: Daniels Hall 71 E Yale Ave., Denver, Colorado 80210 September 15, 2012 Starts: 8:00 PM Tickets: $20.00 Advance / $22.00 Night of show / $2.00 Discount for S.H. members Box Office 303-777-1003 X 2 |
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 9/15
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Experience opening night on the lawn!
Screen on the Green is a free, live concert screening on the lawn north of the Pikes Peak Center.
The event will telecast the Philharmonic's season-opening Pines of Rome concert with live video and sound direct from the concert stage to a giant 25-foot screen during the Saturday evening performance. It all starts at 8:00 pm, but you'll want to get there early to claim your spot. Bring lawn chairs, jackets, blankets, and a picnic dinner (or purchase from onsite food vendors).
Screen on the Green is the grand finale of Imagination Celebration's What IF ... Festival, and is part of the Philharmonic's ongoing mission to make great music accessible to everyone in the Pikes Peak region.
Saturday, September 15 at 8:00 pm
Free and open to the public
Directly north of the Pikes Peak Center
Additional information
Sponsored by
Red Noland Auto Group
5Star Bank
Walmart
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Boulder Phil's Season Opener, 9/15
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We invite you to attend our Opening Night Concert on Saturday, Sept. 15, featuring Boulder native CHRISTOPHER TAYLOR performing Prokofiev's Third Piano Concerto, a tour de force combining incredible technical demands with heartfelt lyricism.
The evening kicks off with the high-spirited and rousing Acclamations by CU composer Jeffrey Nytch. Tchaikovsky's magnificent Fourth Symphony sweeps us along through twists and turns, ultimately leading to one of the most exhilarating codas in all of music.
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OPENING NIGHT ACCLAMATIONS
Christopher Taylor, Piano
Sat., September 15 - 7:30 PM at Macky
JEFFREY NYTCH - Acclamations
SERGEI PROKOFIEV - Piano Concerto No. 3 | Listen
PIOTR TCHAIKOVSKY - Symphony No. 4 | Listen
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Laurie Dameron, multimedia environmental concerts, 9/15, 9/16 ...
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"What Can I Do?" multimedia environmental concerts
This is a 60-75 minute educational keynote presentation featuring the photography of John Fielder, Karl Snyder and Laurie Dameron, video, information and live music.
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Some may think I am preaching to the choir on environmental issues in Colorado but consider that in 2010 the city of San Francisco boasted a diversion rate of 85%. (Diversion rate is how much material is diverted from the land fill by recycling, compost, reducing and reusing) The same year Boulder's diversion rate was 35%! I think we can do better!
Or next time you are out having coffee look around the room to see how many folks are sitting having their drinks in non-recyclable paper cups.
I believe it is the little things that can add up to make a BIG difference! So come on out or invite your neighbor or friend and learn something new. YOU ARE A PART OF THE SOLUTION!!!
please ask yourself: "What Can I Do?" Please mark one of these dates on your calendar...
Sept 15 4 pm Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center 20 Lakeview Dr Nederland,CO (benefit for Nederland Area Seniors) Sept 16 4 pm Shine Restaurant and Gathering Place 2027 13th Street Boulder, CO join us after www.BoulderGreenStreets.org(opening Janis Kelly and Spirit Voices) Sept 21 7 pm Eldorado Canyon State Park 9 Kneale Road Eldorado Springs, CO(opening singer/songwriter Robin Richardson & poet Valerie Szarek) Oct 10 - 14 25th Annual Crones Council Conference Salt Lake City, UT Oct 17 TBA Prescott, AZ Oct 19 7:30 pm Wildwood Sounds 850 Grand Ave Del Norte, CO (special guest speaker Tom Wolter from the "Rio Grande Watch Dogs") Oct 23 7 pm Silt Public Library 600 Home Ave Silt, CO (special guest speaker Marilyn Gleason) Oct 27 8 pm Swallow Hill 71 E Yale Ave Denver, CO Nov 3 8 pm Coal Creek Coffee Company 110 E Grand Ave Laramie, WY THANKS FOR SUPPORTING LOCAL MUSIC!!! For more info and please visit "What Can I Do?"
Laurie's Facebook Page and be sure to give it your personal "LIKE" on FB: Concert ScheduleMore Informationwww.lauriedameron.com/You can support Laurie's work with a tax-deductible contribution. Please make checks payable to "Our Musical Heritage" and in the memo line write "What Can I Do? project". Mail to: Our Musical Heritage, 1165 Delaware St., Denver, CO 80204.
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Neil Bridge 7+, 9/16
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The always exciting Neil Bridge 7+ with
Neil Bridge on Piano
Jason Malmberg on Bass
Dean Oldencott on Drums
Rich Chiaraluce on Sax
Gabriel Mervine on Trumpet
Tom Ball on Trombone
Karen Lee on Vocals
Saturday September 15th
7 pm Lesson 8 - 11:00 pm Dance
$15.00, $10.00 students, call Jim for discount @ 303-449-5962
The Avalon Ballroom
6185 Arapahoe Rd.
Boulder, CO 80303
Sunday September 16th 6-9 pm Bull & Bush Brewery
4700 Cherry Creek Drive South
Denver CO, 80246
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Email: info@bullandbush.com
Phone: 303-759-0333
Web Site: http://www.bullandbush.com
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Marti Henry & Friends, 9/16, 9/27, 9/29-30
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 Jazz Over Easy
Jack Laforte on tenor sax
Scott Grove on piano and foot pedals (bass)
Mark Klagstad, guitar
Don Grove, drums
Marti Henry, trombone
Fri-Sat-Sun Sept 28-30 Summit Hot 7 at the Summit Jazz Festival, Red Lion Inn |
Battle of the Big Bands, Benefit for Firefighters, 9/16
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Englewood Arts Presents, 9/21
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Englewood Arts Presents announces its new "Starlight Rhythms" acoustic concert series!
OPENING NIGHT: Friday, September 21, 2012 ~ Rob Drabkin, acoustic guitar / singer / songwriter
Englewood Arts Presents proudly announces the opening of a new series of acoustic concert dates on Friday evenings, beginning September 21, 2012 at 7:30p in Hampden Hall (2nd level of the Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway) and ranging in style from folk to jazz to blues.
We have selected five ensembles to be featured on our debut series, all scheduled for a fun, exhilarating way to celebrate Friday nights: Rob Drabkin (Sept 21), Lionel Young (Nov 23), Katy Glassman (Jan 11), Andy Hackbarth in Concert (Feb 8), and Gypsy Swing Revue (Apr 5). There will be a cash bar - wine and beer. Tickets are a special $12 price for general admission ($10 for Seniors 60+) and are available at the door beginning one hour prior to concert start time. Cash, Checks, Visa and MasterCard accepted. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Easy, free parking; adjacent to Englewood Light Rail Station; handicap accessible.
Rob Drabkin is a great opener for our series. His fresh take on songwriting, not to mention his guitar chops, have landed him some big gigs in recent years, including playing at Red Rock and The Mile High Festival. While playing his "tunes", he is recognized as having a good flare for improvisation that he learned from jazz which keeps his music fresh and new for audiences. "His melodic finger-picking and good balance of tunes displays his near-perfect guitar skills."
All concerts take place in Hampden Hall on the 2nd level of the Englewood Civic Center.
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Carter Pann: Two Romances
Brahms: Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op. 78
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Beethoven: Sonata No.9 in A minor, Op. 47, "Kreutzer"
Catherine Limón, violin
Ricardo de la Torre, piano
Sunday, Sept. 23. 2 pm
Harvest Church
7493 Old Mill Trail, Boulder
Free admission (donations accepted)
For more info. 303.682.9274
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Saturday, September 29, 2012 7:30pm Cheyenne Civic Center, Stacy Lesartre performs the Dvorak violin concerto with the Cheyenne Symphony on the opening concert of the season.
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Concert for Wes Blomster, 10/1
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In memory of professor and music critic Wes Blomster on the one year anniversary of his death, the Colorado Chamber Orchestra presents the Concert for Wes on Monday, October 1, 2012 at 7:30, First United Methodist Church in Boulder. For further information visit our website at: http://cochamberorchestra.org/ or contact Thomas Blomster at 303-322-1764 or
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STEADY ENGAGEMENTS
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Joni Janak and Centerpiece Jazz, 3rd Thursday of each month
Café del Sol, 608 Garrison - 6 to 9 pm. 303-238-7999
Sept 20, Oct 18
David Brussel, Selected Thursdays
Performing on piano, selected Thursdays at
Mercury Cafe, 7 p.m.
2199 California St.
Denver CO 80205
303-294-9258
and at
Black Crown Lounge
1446 S. Broadway
Denver CO 80210
720-353-4701
The Bob Montgomery - Al Herman Quartet, Wednesdays
from 8 to 11 at the Wazee Supper Club (15th & Wazee in LoDo) featuring Dave Hanson - keyboard, 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
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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position open - Wind Ensemble Music Director
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The vision for the LYS Wind Ensemble program is to provide unique rehearsal and performance opportunities that are not available to young wind players elsewhere as well as to prepare them for participation in the full symphony orchestra. LYS seeks a candidate who would be able and willing to help us shape and implement this vision, while growing the membership and increasing the visibility of the Wind Ensemble. In addition to being a key part of the growth and success of LYS, the candidate will have ample opportunities to interact with the local music and non-profit community and be part of a proud local tradition that makes a positive impact on students' lives.
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Cheyenne Symphony Auditions
| The Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra announces auditions for the following openings:
ASSISTANT CONCERTMASTER
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL 2ND VIOLIN
SECTION AND SUBSTITUTE VIOLIN
SECTION AND SUBSTITUTE CELLO
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL BASS
SECTION AND SUBSTITUTE BASS
SECTION AND SUBSTITUTE VIOLA
Audition Date: Sunday, October 21, 2012
Audition Location:
Larimie County Community College
Fine Arts Building
1400 East College Drive
Cheyenne, WY 82007
Application Deadline: Friday, October 5, 2012
Email a ONE PAGE resume by Friday, October 5, 2012 to:
Lindsey Bird Reynolds, Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra Manager at:
orchestramanager@cheyennesymphony.org
Note: The DMA has no agreement with the Cheyenne Symphony regarding wages or working conditions.
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DMA Membership Drive - April 1 through Sept 30, 2012
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FINAL MONTH!
Join the DMA before 9/30/12
and save the $115 initiation fee!
Refer a friend(s) and receive $10
(applies to current DMA members only)
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 . 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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TROMBONE New Tenor-Alto Clef Trombone Books
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 READ TENOR CLEF NOW - 15 etudes - Range G2 to Bb4 - 16 pages
READ ALTO CLEF NOW - 14 etudes - Range C3 to Bb4 - 16 pages
- for upper high school to early college
- pre - Blazhevich and user-friendly
- pedagogical focus on note learning, not complex rhythms or techniques
- each etude adds just a few notes to the ones learned in the previous studies
- paced to progressively cover 12 keys and several meter signatures
- mixture of step-wise motion and skips/leaps enforces actual reading
- not intended together - suggest learning tenor before alto
Each $10 USD - more info or order online by credit card and Paypal at
Consider group sales for your studio students - saves on shipping costs
KD 504 Read Tenor Clef Now
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Optional See Also:
Feel free to email me if you have any questions or comments.
Thank you,
Ken Davies
Kenvad Music
PS. Trombone professors - my ("pre-Bitsch") "20 Pieces in Changing Meters" for trombone, formerly published by Puna Music since 1999, is now published by Kenvad Music and is also available online with several other solos and ensembles.
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Donated Instruments Needed (especially acoustic guitars)
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Encuentro Community Center
Musical instruments (especially acoustic guitars) and a stove wanted for Encuentro Community Center educational music and cooking program for economically challenged young people. Please contact the DMA if you have guitars, other instruments, or a stove to donate. and ask for Jan or Thomas. |
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Stop the Union Busting in Douglas County
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By Michael Dubrovich (Contact)
To be delivered to: Governor John Hickenlooper
Gov. Hickenlooper, It is time for you to take a stand for workers' rights by ordering the Colorado Dept. of Labor and Employment to intervene in the dispute between the Douglas County School Federation of Teachers and the DCSD Board of Education, and put an end to their union-busting tactics.
On Sept.5, the Douglas County Board of Education passed a resolution to no longer negotiate a collective bargaining agreement with the teachers' union, the DCF. This is just one more example of the nationwide Republican plan to break public employee unions. Tell Gov. John Hickenlooper to direct the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment to intervene in the dispute as the union has requested.
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Obstruct and Exploit
| By PAUL KRUGMAN
The New York Times
Published: September 9, 2012
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Does anyone remember the American Jobs Act? A year ago President Obama proposed boosting the economy with a combination of tax cuts and spending increases, aimed in particular at sustaining state and local government employment. Independent analysts reacted favorably. For example, the consulting firm Macroeconomic Advisers estimated that the act would add 1.3 million jobs by the end of 2012.
There were good reasons for these positive assessments. Although you'd never know it from political debate, worldwide experience since the financial crisis struck in 2008 has overwhelmingly confirmed the proposition that fiscal policy "works," that temporary increases in spending boost employment in a depressed economy (and that spending cuts increase unemployment). The Jobs Act would have been just what the doctor ordered.
But the bill went nowhere, of course, blocked by Republicans in Congress. And now, having prevented Mr. Obama from implementing any of his policies, those same Republicans are pointing to disappointing job numbers and declaring that the president's policies have failed.
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COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA & BAND
Note:
Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial
engagements.
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Longmont Symphony Orchestra announces Principal Horn vacancy
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The Longmont Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Robert Olson, has the following vacancies for the 2012-13 season:
Principal horn ($201/ per quarter)
Audition date and location TBA. Please contact Cami Kidwell-Dodge for audition materials and times: camikaye24@gmail.com or 303-772-8330. Visit our website for other information: http://www.longmontsymphony.org/
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Lakewood Symphony Auditions
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Lakewood Symphony is holding auditions for principal trumpet, second oboe, second trombone and all section strings. Also, we are auditioning for subs in other sections. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays, 7:30-10, Sept thru May at Green Mountain United Methodist Church; concerts are at the Lakewood Cultural Center. For audition requirements, appointment, and further information call 303 - 980-0400 or email mafleet@juno.com.
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Littleton Symphony Auditions
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The Littleton Symphony announces the following openings.
Assistant Concertmaster, Principal Horn, Timpani, utility Trumpet, Second Oboe, English Horn and all strings.
The orchestra has been rated as one of the finest community ensembles under the leadership
of Jurgen de Lemos, a professional conductor and internationally acclaimed musician,presenting
demanding programs. Rehearsals are on Monday nights.
For audition information contact bobbi_jones@comcast.net , 303-989-4727
www.littletonsymphony.org
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Parker Symphony Orchestra Auditions
| The Parker Symphony Orchestra is a mostly volunteer community orchestra which performs 4 concerts a year at the beautiful new Parker Arts and Cultural Events (PACE) center in Parker, Colorado. Our dress rehearsals and concerts are at the PACE center, all other rehearsals are at Cherry Creek High School (9300 East Union, Greenwood Village 80111) on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 until 9:15PM. The season runs from late August through mid May. We are looking for musicians to fill the following vacancies:
Concertmaster *
Principal Trumpet
Viola
String Bass
Percussion
French Horn (IV)
* The Concertmaster is a paid position in the PSO. The stipend for the 2012 - 2013 season is $1,600. All other positions are volunteer.
If you are interested in auditioning, please contact the Music Director, Rene Knetsch, at rknetsch@comcast.net for details.
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Current Openings in the Golden Eagle Concert Band
| The Golden Eagle Concert Band, an adult 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. We are a great group of musicians who play for the love of music. You DO NOT pay to play with our group. If you have played an instrument in college, high school, or a wind ensemble at any level, and would like to get back into playing and 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.
OPENINGS:
Trumpet - 2-3 openings
Clarinet - 1-2 openings
Bassoon - 1 opening
Tenor Sax - 1 opening
Percussion - 2 openings.
We are preparing for our summer schedule as we are a year round band and the 3rd Annual Colorado Community Band Festival on August 25, 2012. We play a full summer schedule and 3 formal concerts annually.
I look forward to talking to you.
Check out our web site at www.gebb.org
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| Evergreen Chamber Orchestra Announces Open Auditions | The Evergreen Chamber Orchestra (ECO) is evolving into one of the premier community orchestras in the Denver-metropolitan area. ECO has gained recent recognition for its quality performances and creative programming under the musical leadership of Dr. David Kish and a highly active Board of Directors. Please consider joining us for OPEN AUDITIONS - all string, woodwind, brass and percussion players are encouraged to audition!
OPEN AUDITIONS - ALL SEATS ARE BEING AUDITIONED
Auditions for Prospective Members: each audition will last for approximately five minutes. You are asked to prepare two excerpts or etudes of contrasting styles that demonstrate your best playing (no more than 2-3 minutes each). You may select an audition time by visiting the link below. Simply add your name and in-strument next to the audition time that works best for you (changes to the document are saved automati-cally). Auditions will be held at Genesis Presbyterian Church in Littleton (near the intersection of Bowles and Simms).
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AqoeNttzz82SdFMzVWhEZk9mSlI0NlZ0V2JOSEFXb1E#gid=0
WE ARE MUCH CLOSER THAN YOU THINK!
We are pleased to announce that rehearsals for the entire 2012-2013 season will be held at Genesis Pres-byterian Church in Littleton. Genesis Church provides a central location for both prospective members who in live in the foothills or metro-area. It is located north of Bowles and Simms behind the Rite Aid at 5707 S. Simms Street, Littleton 80127.
Please note that the concertmaster position is NOT open whereas all other positions are.
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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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JOIN YOR! (Youth Orchestra of the Rockies)
| This year, in lieu of traditional auditions, the YOR begins the season with two open rehearsals on August 19 and 26, 2012 from 3:00 - 5:30 PM at Ridgeview Classical Schools, 1800 South Lemay Avenue, Fort Collins, CO. No pre-regisration is required for these open rehearsals.
Building on the success of last season's collaborations between the Concert Orchestra and Symphony Orchestra, this
year the two orchestras will combine their efforts even more. Rehearsals will begin with strings, move on to works with some winds, and end with larger orchestral works. Open rehearsal (August 19 and 26, 2012) schedule: All music will be supplied, with proper bowings. A completed medical form is required for participation in open rehearsals. Enrollment forms will be available at open rehearsals and will be due at the first regular rehearsal (September 9, 2012) along with a $25 non-refundable enrollment fee. Tuition is $65 per month (3 payments in Fall semester, 4 in Spring). Scholarships may be available (obtain a form at the check-in desk). YOR supports school music programs! As part of the enrollment process, we will require confirmation that each musician is participating in her/his instrumental program if one exists. We welcome homeschool students. For more information and schedule for our first two rehearsals please go to the YOR website: http://www.fortnet.org/YOR/We look forward to meeting you! |
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| FOR SALE OR RENT / MISC. |
Cordovox -- Super V accordion, amplifier and generator.
Missing its foot pedal. Made in Italy, circa 1970. Almost new. Perfect for rock bands and others wanting amplified accordion music. The cordovox also synthesizes several other instruments for jazz, rock and pop styles. Comes in original, velvet-lined lined case. Includes original owner's booklet, plenty of cables. $995. Call Ed Ross at 720-227-3851
Susie Peek loves her new violin and is NOW looking for a violin to use for outdoor gigs- will be best if it has a great sound, and crummy varnish! Or if it's carbon fiber? I'm guessing it will be in the 5K price area. But less is fine, too, if the sound is really great for the price! Call (303)433-8222 or email susiepeek@earthlink.net
Knight upright piano, located in El Paso County. About 25 years old. $3000 OBO. From estate of music composer and arranger.
Contact: Judy at 949-581-6208.
King "Super 20" Alto Saxophone, built about 1947:
Sterling silver neck, 18 pearl keys, engraved pad cups. Good condition w/ original case - $4800 OBO. Contact Bob Mercier, 303-238-5046 or saxopony@q.com
Armstrong Flute, C Foot, open hole, sterling silver head joint -
$800 OBO. Contact Bob Mercier, 303-238-5046 or saxopony@q.com
2 Wurlitzer Saxophones:
1) Soprano, key of C, original mouthpiece, new pads plus new mouthpiece.
2) C-Melody Saxophone, over 100 yearsold, original pads, silverplate has turned black, original case, neckstrap and mouthpiece. Both for $800 OBO. Contact Bob Mercier, 303-238-5046 or saxopony@q.com
Clip-on Audio Technic Instrument Mic Pro Seriew #35 w/ 6' mic cable and adapter. U
sed twice. $200 OBO. Contact Bob Mercier, 303-238-5046 or saxopony@q.com
2 Antique Music Stands, one metal rack, one wood rack. Make offer. Contact Bob Mercier, 303-238-5046 or saxopony@q.com
Pocket Trumpet,
off brand, Make offer. Contact Bob Mercier, 303-238-5046 or saxopony@q.com
Fender Amp Can and charger.
720-227-3851.
model #419496. Good condition. Asking $150. Horn is currently at the DMA office. Contact Lloyd if you're interested: 303-424-4508 or sbowenstewart@gmail.com
ZOOM surround sound digital recorder.
Near new, used only a few times. $150. It has many accessories. Can be seen at Elite Sound, 3535 S. Platte River Drive, Suite A, Englewood, CO 80110 or call Jess Gerardi at 303-761-3270 or Gordon Close at 303-781-6667For Sale: Like new demonstrator R-12 Rock n Roller Multi Cart. Barely used with "no flat" 10" x 3" pneumatics on the back and 8" x 2.25" stock pneumatics on the front. Deck stretchout is 52" with 500lb load capacity and 32" wings for big loads. $199.00 Rod Taylor MARIGAUX Oboe
303-839-9363 or rodrtaylor@q.com
This instrument is 6 years old. Anyone, students & teachers interested in receiving information or seeing this instrument, please contact Margo at 253-579-2152.
1993 Castiglione Accordion in Lakewood, CO
Purchased from Trick Bros in Dallas, TX Branded Trick Bros. Special
With Traynor T10/B Amp and Karpec Electronic Base
All in absolutely pristine condition.
Asking: $1,900.00
Contact: Les Georgis
Mobile: 303-250-5918
Email: lesgeorgis@q.com
From Castiglione website for Model 903-A
See: http://www.castiglioneaccordions.com/CastigAccord.html
2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom unit in Boulder for rent
This unit is located near the southwest corner of Broadway and 20th Street directly across from the CU campus, at the south side of The Hill, in a seven level complex at 850 20th Street, Unit 202, Boulder. This is a 2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom unit (one with shower, one with shower/bath). Each bedroom has a private bathroom. This one level unit has grey carpet, fresh white paint and bare brick walls, newer kitchen appliances. The unit is south facing, so the covered balcony gets sun all year around, and you have views of the Flatirons and also southeast to Basemar and the Boulder-Denver turnpike. On site amenities include security controlled front door access, one parking space, pool, laundry room and open roof top "party" area with tables and chairs. This is not a party complex and strict rules are enforced after 10 pm for loud music. This complex has an on-site manager. No pets allowed.
The rental rate is $1400 per month for 2 persons, plus utilities. A third person is allowed for an additional $500 per month.
2 months deposit. Rules and regulations for San Marco North will be supplied to you if you are interested.
Call Thomas at 970/690-5512 or email blomster@ecentral.com. Email is best.
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
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-172Includes power cord (missing battery holder) $50.00
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.
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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
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 - sbowenstewart@gmail.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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