Musicians: has your music been pirated?

802 NOTES: the electronic newsletter of Local 802

This edition: Dec. 28, 2011

Address comments to: 802notes@Local802afm.org

Allegro recently ran a story about a member whose music book had been stolen using a popular file sharing site. We received good feedback about this story. The union's position is that illegal file sharing is stealing. We'd like to hear your own stories about how pirating has affected your livelihood as a musician. Please click here to give us your thoughts.

Since 1984, the VSA International Young Soloists Program has been seeking to identify talented musicians who have a disability. The VSA International Young Soloists Award is given annually to up to four outstanding musicians, two from the United States and two from the international arena. The award provides an opportunity for these emerging musicians to each earn a $5,000 award, professional development opportunities, and a performance at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.

To apply now, click here.

If you have any friends who haven't joined Local 802 yet for whatever reason, now is the time. We are waiving our initiation fee to any new members who join the union today, tomorrow and Friday (through Dec. 30). Now there's every reason to join the largest and strongest musicians' union in the world. Call the Membership Department at (212) 245-4802 for more info. To join right now online, click here.

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Hearing services for musicians: www.EastSideHearing.com

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Musicians: what if you could solve problem passages and technical challenges using a new technology that lets you see what to fix with your own eyes? You must try this to believe it! Click the ad below for more information and to find out about a special intro offer...

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Musicians: do you have a legal concern? Click the link below to reach Local 802's lawyer Harvey S. Mars:

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To respond to this newsletter directly or to give any comments, e-mail 802notes@Local802afm.org

To reach Local 802 by phone, call (212) 245-4802. For more information on our services and departments, see www.Local802afm.org

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Mikael Elsila is the editor of Allegro magazine and the 802 NOTES electronic newsletter. He can be reached at: Allegro@Local802afm.org

DO YOU WANT TO EARN PENSION AND HEALTH BENEFITS ON ALL OF YOUR GIGS?

There's an easy contract that we want you to know about! Click here for more information.

FREE DENTAL CLINIC!

Want your teeth to be their best? Local 802 is hosting dental clinics here at the union on Monday, Jan. 9 and Tuesday, Jan. 10 from 9:30 to 4:30 each day. It's free, but you must apply ahead of time, and there are certain eligibility requirements. Services will include a dental exam, simple cleaning and bitewing x-rays. For more information or to apply, call (877) 303-6962. Space is limited. The clinic is being sponsored by MusiCares, Smile New York and Local 802.

GIVE THE GIFT

OF LOVE

This fall and winter, there are plenty of folks who need food -- and also toys to give to their kids for the holidays. Local 802 is collecting both.

Here's what's needed: canned fruit, canned vegetables, peanut butter in plastic jars, packages of mac and cheese, large boxes of hot and cold cereal (family sized, if possible), and any new toys and clothes.

We give all donations to City Harvest and the Federation of Protestant Welfare Charities.

Bring your donations to Kimeo Lee on the third floor of the union building or look for a box in the Club Room.

For more info, call (212) 245-4802, ext. 142 or click here.

ARE YOU EXPERIENCED?

Do you live near Local 802 and are you over 60? If so, click here. The findings will help provide a better understanding of needs, identify gaps in services and help the Actors Fund organize and further develop resources and services for seniors in the entertainment and performing arts community. Local 802 members who are over 60 and who live in the target neighborhoods should click here right now to take the survey. Please pass along this survey with any musician you know over 60 who lives in these neighborhoods by clicking this button:

KEEP NYCO AT LINCOLN CENTER!

Have you signed this petition yet? Click here now!

ALLEGRO

CLASSIFIEDS

Double bass and French bow for sale

Violin made by Sergio Peresson

FOR SALE: 1907 Hawkes concert model double bass

Yamaha YBS-62 bari sax for sale

Hand facings for clarinet and saxophone

I will buy your vinyl records

Psychotherapy for musicians

Learn circular breathing

Ear training and conducting

Acupuncture for musicians

Upright basses, cheap!

Violin for sale

...and more!

These are just some of the many classified ads featured in Allegro each month. To purchase a classified, click here.

NEED FINANCIAL AID? WE'RE HERE FOR YOU!

Are you facing eviction or a big medical bill that threatens to bankrupt you? Local 802's Emergency Relief Fund (through the Musicians' Assistance Program) may be able to help. The fund gives limited grants to musicians in need. To apply, contact the union's social worker Cindy Green by clicking here or calling (212) 245-4802, ext. 180. Cindy can also help you apply for other financial help from sources like the Actors' Fund and other relief organizations.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR LOCAL 802 MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES

Competitive prizes of $500 to $4,000 are available. Click here to apply now.

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FREE HEARING TESTS!

Each month, Local 802 offers a free hearing test with a real audiologist. We'll take a baseline measurement of your hearing and more. To find out the next date and to make a reservation, contact Robin Donach by phone only at (212) 245-4802, ext. 101.

For professional hearing help, see the ad from Dr. Ellen Finkelstein elsewhere on this page, or click here.

JAZZ JAM!

There is a jazz jam on most Mondays at Local 802 (322 West 48th Street), from 7 to 9:30 p.m. For more information, call Joe Petrucelli at the Jazz Foundation of America at (212) 245-3999, ext. 10, or click here.

ARE YOU PAYING TOO MUCH TAX?

As a musician, your employers and bandleaders are legally required to pay their fair share of your taxes. If you're paid cash for gigs, you're losing money -- possibly tens of thousands of per year. For more information, click here or call the Organizing Department at (212) 245-4802.

OUT OF WORK?

If you are a Broadway musician and your show closes, can you apply for unemployment? Yes. While you are collecting unemployment, can you sub on other Broadway shows, teach lessons, and play other freelance gigs? Yes, but your unemployment check may be reduced. For a comprehensive look at musicians and unemployment insurance, click here.

DO YOU HAVE MONEY WAITING FOR YOU?

Somtimes the union may have a check in your name, but no way to get it to you because your address is outdated. To see if there's money waiting for you, click here.

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