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October 12, 2012
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An ICSOM "Call to Action"
| An ICSOM "Call to Action" for assistance to the musicians of the
Indianapolis Symphony
From the ICSOM Governing Board
Dear friends and colleagues,
As you are all no doubt aware, the musicians of the Indianapolis Symphony have been egregiously locked out by their management for over four weeks, and the musicians are taking a courageous stand to protect their organization and preserve the investment that the citizens of Indianapolis have made in their historic orchestra for 80 years. The musicians have made six different proposals that would allow them to return to the stage, all of which have been rejected. The musicians are paying their own health insurance premiums in order to care for their families, and the management has already canceled all concerts through October 14. We have all followed the press accounts of this negotiation and seen the destructive proposals by management that would permanently alter the ability of the organization to serve its community.
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During Lockout Season, Orchestra Musicians Grapple With Their Future
| By Jeff Lunden
npr.org
It's been a tumultuous time for American orchestras. Labor disputes have shut down the Minnesota Orchestra and Indianapolis Symphony, and strikes and lockouts have affected orchestras in Chicago, Atlanta and Louisville in the past year.
Whether Mozart is on the bill or Mahler, it's an expensive proposition to present a symphony orchestra. To do the music justice, you need between 80 and 100 musicians to play it, and their salaries and health care benefits make up most of an orchestra's budget. Jesse Rosen, president and CEO of the League of American Orchestras, a service organization that represents professional and community ensembles, says the last half of the 20th century was a period of enormous growth for performing arts organizations.
Read On or Listen
Editor's Note: Jesse Rosen is simply wrong when claiming that cost for musicians "make up most of an orchestra's budget." But then, Mr. Rosen has been often wrong before. Music Director's salaries and costly guest artists are commonly in this line item.
The true number is 40% at best, and quickly declining. Some are down as low as 20%.
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The Autumn of Our Discontent: Orchestral Musicians and the Crisis in Arts Management
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By Bruce Ridge
Chairman, International Conference of Symphony and Opera Musicians (ICSOM)
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We live in a time when labor is under attack. As Robert Reich has written, the median male worker earns less today (when adjusted for inflation) than
30 years ago, and as a result the working class that made America great struggles. In the 1970's, the wealthiest 1% of Americans took in about 9% of
the nation's income. Today, that same 1% absorbs over 23% of the nation's income.
The economics for symphony orchestras are even more complex, as orchestras depend on the philanthropic nature of America's citizens, and as wealth becomes more centralized, organizations need to have a message that inspires those with wealth to donate to, and invest in, artistic institutions. The reasons to be articulated for the continued support of our orchestras are compelling.
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Letter of support from former MN Orch music directors
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Star Tribune
Oct 6, 2012
As former music directors of the Minnesota Orchestra, we came to the state because we believe that it wants and deserves to have a world-class orchestra.
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We are proud of the cultural gem we have built, with the musicians, for more than half a century. It required long and careful work to assemble a championship team, person by person, always building on a vision of superb music-making.
This legacy can be swiftly destroyed, a tragedy not only for lovers of great music, but for the cultural soul and significance of the region.
An orchestra does not recover easily, from such drastic cuts, if ever. We urge the Minnesota Orchestral Association to do everything in its power to preserve this longstanding jewel.
EDO DE WAART, STANISLAW SKROWACZEVSKI, NEVILLE MARRINER
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4th Qtr DMA Dues are now payable
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 Membership dues for the 4th quarter (October-December 2012) are now payable. Regular member dues are $38.50/quarter; Life member dues are $22/quarter; Inactive Life member dues are $16.25/quarter. Please pay before the last month of the quarter to avoid a $5 late fee.If you have questions about your membership dues, please contact the DMA office at (303) 573-1717.
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In This Issue
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| ICSOM "Call to Action" | | Orchestra Musicians Grapple With Their Future | | The Autumn of Our Discontent | | Letter of support from former MN Orch music directors | | 4th Qtr DMA Dues are now payable | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Laurie Dameron - environmental concerts | | Neil Haverstick w/ Colorado Chamber Orch, 10/12 | | The Classical Brass, 10/14 | | Colorado Chamber Players, 10/14 | | Jeff Jenkins & Tom Tilton, 10/17 | | Englewood Arts Presents, 10/20 | | Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 10/20 & 10/21 | | Neil Bridge 7+.10/21 | | Dale Bruning Trio, 10/27 | | Kid Charlemagne performs the music of Steely Dan, 10/28 | | Rocky Mountain Trumpet Fest, 11/3 | | Pro Musica Colorado Chamber Orchestra, 11/9 & 11/10 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Boulder Philharmonic Auditions | | Colorado Symphony Low Brass Substitute Auditions | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Direct Tracking of Published Music | | Piano Needed to Borrow/Rent for DCTC | | Summer Pre-College Academy 2013 | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Unprecedented Walmart news | | Paul Fiorino laces-up for the governor's race | | Republican Senator, Vietnam Vet Endorses Obama | | Your decision on Amendment 65 | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Broomfield Symphony Orchestra, 10/26 | | Colorado Wind Ensemble, 10/27 & 10/28 | | Littleton Symphony Auditions | | Longmont Symphony vacancy for Principal Horn | | Lakewood Symphony Auditions | | Evergreen Chamber Orchestra Auditions | | Metro Community Band Openings | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | JOIN YOR! | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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A Rodgers & Hammerstein Celebration
Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
Colorado Symphony Chorus, Mary Louise Burke, associate chorus director
Rodgers and Hammerstein were one of Broadway's most popular and successful songwriting duos in the 1940's and 50's. Joined by Broadway veteran vocalists, the Colorado Symphony celebrates a collection of their work with selections from musicals such as Oklahoma!, The King and I, and The Sound of Music.
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Join us for this new series celebrating sacred works.
Performed in the beautiful Montview Boulevard Presbyterian Church.
1980 Dahlia Street Denver, CO 80220
Featuring the Colorado Symphony and the Montview Boulevard Presbyterian Church Westminster Choir.
John Kuzma, conductor
A three concert series featuring both Stained Glass Series concerts and Messiah By Candlelight is available here: Stained Glass Series package or call our box office at 303.623.7876.
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Maximiano Valdés, conductor
Colorado Symphony Chorus, Duain Wolfe, director
Famed opera conductor Maximiano Valdés unites with the Colorado Symphony and Chorus for an unforgettable program of beloved opera classics. Featuring works from the most illustrious Italian operas in history, audiences will experience beautiful arias and choruses by Verdi plus highlights from Puccini's Turandot and Tosca. Perfect for opera newcomers and aficionados alike.
Prelude Speaker: David Brussel, Horn
Prelude dates: Friday October 19, Saturday October 20, and Sunday October 21
Talkback date: Friday October 19
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Laurie Dameron, multimedia environmental concerts, 10/10 thru 11/3
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nd Gathering Place 2027 13th Street Boulder, CO join us after www.BoulderGreenStreets.org(opening Janis Kelly and Spirit Voices)
"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...
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 Haverstick w/ Colorado Chamber Orch, 10/12
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WHO: Neil "Stickman" Haverstick, on 19-tone Electric Guitar with Colorado Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Blomster, Conductor. Special Guest Artists: William Hill, Percussion and Nadya Hill, Violin. WHAT: Microstock 7 WHERE: Camerson Church, 1600 S. Pearl Street in Denver, CO WHEN: Oct. 12, 2012 at 8 PM. Donations at the door.  | | William Hill |
This concert showcases the brilliant versatility of some of Denver's most familiar musicians. Blues guitarist Neil Haverstick performs Spider, a "concerto" for 19-tone electric guitar and chamber orchestra. Thomas Blomster conducts his own arrangement of this ground-breaking work. Colorado Symphony member William Hill, percussionist, will be joined by his daughter and violinist Nadya in performances of his own compositions. Blomster and Hill will combine forces with the Stickman for a double percussion and guitar ensemble, a Power Trio, unlike any other.
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The Classical Brass, 10/14
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 Upcoming performance by Classical Brass.
Sunday, October 14, 3:00 PM at King of Glory Lutheran Church in Arvada
10001 W. 58th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80002
Phone: 303-421-9930
The concert features all music by American composers, including Copland, Cole Porter and more. Should be lots of fun!
Don't hesitate to call me if you need more info...or you can find us on FaceBook or our website: www.theclassicalbrass.com
Roberta Goodall 720-488-0473
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| Colorado Chamber Players, 10/14 |
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IN OCTOBER, the CCP presents Music of Mark Carlson. Mark Carlson is a composer and performer based in Los Angeles, and is on the faculty at the Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA. Thanks in part to a generous grant from New Music USA/Meet the Composer, Carlson will spend 5 days in Denver on aCreative Connections visit. Carlson will work with composition students at Denver School of the Arts, speak on Colorado Public Radio, and give a pre-concert talk at the CCP's opening gala concert at the brand new Opus Two Hall in Lafayette. The CCP will perform three seminal works of Mark Carlson: Piano Quartet (1992), View from a Hilltop (2009) and Hall of Mirrors (1999).
WHEN: Sunday October 14th, 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Opus Two Hall, 9167 Davidson Way, Lafayette, 80026 (near Baseline Road and 95th St, Boulder)
TICKETS: $30 general admission, $25 students and seniors 62+. Available only in advance through EventBrite,http://markcarlsonatopustwohall.eventbrite.com/ Includes a delicious post concert reception with wine, appetizers and desserts.
ARTISTS: Andrew Cooperstock, Piano; Daniel Silver, Clarinet; Paul Primus, Violin; Barbara Hamilton, Viola; Judith McIntyre, Cello; Mark Carlson, Visiting Composer
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Jeff Jenkins & Tom Tilton, 10/17
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 Wednesday next week will be sure to offer heights & inspiration of Improvisation in a rare Acoustic Piano / Drums Conversation between Jeff Jenkins & Tom Tilton from 9:pm 'til @ Midnight...
We hope that you'll take note, spread the word, and join us at 'Dazzle' for the festivities that evening...
With Musical Antisa
930 Lincoln St Denver, CO 80203
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Englewood Arts Presents, 10/20
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ENGLEWOOD ARTS PRESENTS continues its 2012-13 Chamber Music Of The Masters series with a celebration of the music of American composers. The Ivy Street Ensemble will bring a diverse 'Made in America' program to Hampden Hall (2nd level of the Englewood Civic Center) on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at 2:00p.
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Headed by CSO violinist, Erik Peterson, the Ivy Street Ensemble also includes CSO musicians Catherine Peterson, flute; Phillip Stevens, viola; and for this concert, Thomas Heinrich, cello. Additional guests for this concert will be Keri Rusthoi, soprano and Andrew Campbell, piano. David Mullikin's (also a CSO cellist) The Gray Unsettled Light, Maria Newmann's Pennipotenti and Kenji Bunch's Velocity.
You are invited to experience this unique concert series, and the entertaining 'chat' often interspersed throughout the programs, in the intimacy of Hampden Hall. We know you won't be disappointed!
Check out our newly designed website for more information on the upcoming season!
Website: http://www.englewoodarts.org
Facebook: Englewood Arts Concert Series
Phone: 303.806.8196
Date: Saturday, October 20, 2012
Time: 2:00 PM (doors open ˝-hour prior to start time)
Venue: Hampden Hall (located on the 2nd level of the Englewood Civic Center)
Tickets are General Admission:
$15.00 Adults | $12.00 (60+) | $5.00 (under 18)
Available at the door beginning 1 hour prior to concert time.
Cash, checks, Visa or MasterCard accepted
Location:
Hampden Hall
Englewood Civic Center | 2nd level
1000 Englewood Parkway
(Hampden & S. Jason)
+ Ample FREE parking in south lot of Englewood Civic Center
+ Directly adjacent to Englewood RTD & Light Rail stations
+ Handicap accessible
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 10/20 & 10/21
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Shostakovich's Piano Concerto No. 2 (featured in "Fantasia 2000"), Schumann, and more
Featured in the Tin Soldier segment of Disney's Fantasia 2000, Shostakovich's Second Piano Concerto will be performed by pianist Alon Goldstein next weekend. Noted Kansas City Symphony music director Michael Stern conducts.
Don't miss the second El Pomar Masterworks concert of the 2012-13 Season! Prorated subscriptions are still available.
Barber Medea
Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 2 in F major
Schumann Symphony No. 2 in C major
Michael Stern conductor
Alon Goldstein piano
El Pomar Foundation Masterworks
Saturday, October 20 at 8:00 pm
Sunday, October 21 at 2:30 pm
More information here
Tickets from $19 ($12 students)
719-520-SHOW * csphilharmonic.org * TicketsWest outlets
Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts
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Neil Bridge 7+ 10/21
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With Karen Lee & Bob Harris on Vocals
Performing at Nissi's
2675 North Park Drive
Lafayette, CO 80026
303-665-2527
www.nissis.com
Discount with Reservations
Sunday, October 21st 7:30 pm
Neil Bridge on Piano
Karen Lee on Vocals
Bob Harris on Vocals
Papi Ray Pacheco on Congas
Mike Fitzmaurice on Bass
Dean Oldencott on Drums
Chuck Schneider on Saxophone
Gabe Mervine on Trumpet
Adam Bartczack on Trombone
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Dale Bruning Trio, 10/27
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Dale Bruning Trio with Michael Moore &
Paul Romaine Oct 27th at Dazzle
We've got a special event coming up and we want you to be part of it. Please join us on October 27, 2012, Saturday at Dazzle Restaurant, 930 Lincoln, Denver for either the 7 pm or 9 pm shows or both. Tickets are $15 and available at reservations@dazzlejazz.com or by calling 303-839-5100. JoiningDale Bruning will be bassist Michael Moore from New York, and drummer Paul Romaine.
More Info
Jazz Link Enterprises http://www.jazzlinkenterprises.com mailto:info@jazzlinkenterprises.com
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Kid Charlemagne performs the music of Steely Dan, 10/28
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Venue: Jazz @ Jacks at the Denver Pavillions 500 16th Street #320, Denver, CO 80202
Date: Sunday, October 28th, 2012
2 shows: 5:00 pm All-ages show
8:00 pm Adult show
Get Along, Get Along Kid Charlemagne...
Featuring: Jennifer Burnett - vocals
Gary Bragg - piano & vocals
Roxann Singer - vocals
Dave DeMichelis - guitar
Marc Larson - guitar
Blake Eberhard - bass
Rob Lowe - piano
Don Newby - drums
Byron Hamer - sax and flute
Doug Kile - trumpet
Dave Wiske - trombone
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Rocky Mountain Trumpet Fest, 11/3
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Special Guest Artist - Ray Sasaki Professor of Trumpet at the University of Texas at Austin
The Trumpet Fest will be held at
Metropolitan State University of Denver on Saturday, November 3, 2012
Hosted by: Michael Hengst, Asst. Professor of Trumpet
The Trumpet Fest is a one day event with concerts and master classes by faculty and
guest artists, and featuring a performance by the Rocky Mountain Brassworks
For more information see: www.rockymountaintrumpetfest.org
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Pro Musica Colorado Chamber Orchestra, 11/9 & 11/10
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November 9 & 10, 2012 - 7:30 pm Concert, 6:30 pm Pre-Concert Talk
November 9, 2012, Friday
St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1600 Grant Street, Denver, CO 80203
November 10, 2012, Saturday
First United Methodist Church, 1421 Spruce Street, Boulder, CO 80302
Colorado Chamber Players
Mozart Piano Concerto in E-flat, K. 271
Elgar Introduction & Allegro for String Quartet and String Orchestra
JC Bach Sinfonia
Britten Simple Symphony for String Orchestra
www.promusicacolorado.org For further information, or to purchase tickets by phone, call: 720-443-0565
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STEADY ENGAGEMENTS
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Neil Bridge & Karen Lee, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. every Fri.
@ The Bistro at Aspen Grove
7301 S. Santa Fe Drive
Littleton, CO 80120
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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Boulder Philharmonic Auditions
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The Boulder Philharmonic announces openings for the following tenure-track positions:
CONCERTMASTER
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL SECOND VIOLIN
ASSISTANT/UTILITY HORN
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Colorado Symphony Low Brass Substitute Auditions
| Colorado Symphony Orchestra
Announces Low Brass Substitute Auditions (tenor, bass, euph & tuba).
These auditions are for anyone not already on the substitute list and anyone wishing to provide the committee an update of their playing.
Auditions will be held Oct 27 at Boettcher Hall, starting at 10am.
Please contact Larry Brezicka at lbrezicka@coloradosymphony.org w/ inquiry and resume.
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New Audio Monitoring Service Enables Direct Tracking of Published Music
| TuneSat offers 30-day free trial for up to 100 tracks so music creators and copyright owners can see unauthorized uses of their music on TV and Internet worldwide
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NEW YORK, October 10, 2012 - Musicians, composers, publishers and music labels rely on a cumbersome and flawed system of manual reporting for music performances across TV and sometimes the Web. Until recently, music rights holders had no easy way of knowing exactly who, when and how their music is being used-and how to accurately detect and document every unauthorized use. In an effort to modernize and add transparency and accountability independent of the Performing Rights Organizations (PROs), , a revolutionary audio monitoring web service, is offering musicians, composers, publishers and labels of all sizes the opportunity to actually see when and where their music is being played for the first time ever, through a 30-day free trial.
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Piano Needed to Borrow/Rent for DCTC
| Denver Center Theatre Co. is looking to borrow/rent a late 19th c. (early 20th c) piano for a play production. It does need to play but minimally and old or modern pitch is probably not critical. A baby grand in a medium to dark stain with period legs preferred. Call Jerry Endsley (3030-388-0183 or Ed Lapine (303-890-4000) Thanks
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Summer Pre-College Academy 2013
|  2013 Lamont School of Music Summer Pre-College Academy
June 16 - June 30, 2013
Musical Excellence - Rich Program Diversity - Lifelong Friendships Scholarships Available!
Featuring: Outstanding Artist Faculty, State of the Art Facilities, Private Lessons, Master Classes, Chamber Music, Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Choir, Music Theatre, Modern/World Music, Recitals, Special Topic Seminars, Theory, Recreational Activities, and more!
Inviting: Applications from Instrumentalists, Singers, Pianists & Composers, ages 14 through 18. Scholarships available to top applicants!
Visit our website for further information at: www.du.edu/lamont/summeracademy
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Unprecedented Walmart news
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My coworkers at Walmart and I just took a historic step: We've gone on strike against Walmart!
Many of us are taking a huge risk by going on strike. That's why we need your support.
Will you stand with us?
Click here to sign the SignOn.org petition supporting Walmart's striking workers.
For over a year, Walmart retail workers have been coming together to call for change at Walmart. Through our worker-led organization United for Respect at Walmart, workers like myself have been calling on the company to address issues with scheduling, benefits, wages, and above all, respect in the workplace.
But instead of being responsive, Walmart has lashed out at us for speaking up. The company is trying to silence and intimidate us through unfair disciplinary actions, cutbacks in hours, and even firings. We're on strike to protest these illegal attempts to silence us. Venanzi Luna
Click here to sign our SignOn.org petition and tell Walmart you're standing with their workers.
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DMA Member/Unaffiliated candidate Paul Fiorino laces-up for the governor's race
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It says something about the level of noise in this year's gubernatorial race when the candidate with the lowest profile has perhaps the most intriguing back-story.
Paul Fiorino didn't advertise for his running mate on Craigslist, he doesn't have Dog the Bounty Hunter campaigning on his behalf, and he hasn't been accused of pilfering money from a fragile octogenarian.
But he sure can dance.
In 2006 Fiorino decided to run for governor when he learned that the state arts council might be abolished. He became the first ever unaffiliated candidate to make it onto the Colorado gubernatorial ballot, and he did so while training for the lead role in the Colorado Ballet's rendition of The Nutcracker.
Fiorino describes himself as a dance instructor, producer, director and performing-arts advocate. While the move from performance artist to state executive may seem counterintuitive, Fiorino believes that his background in the arts makes him uniquely qualified to govern.
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Republican Senator, Vietnam Veteran Endorses President Obama
| Larry Pressler
Former U.S. Senator from South Dakota
Posted: 10/08/2012 11:59 am
As a combat veteran of two tours in Vietnam with twenty-two years of service as a Republican member of the U.S. House and Senate, I endorse President Barack Obama for a second term as our Commander-in-Chief. Candidates publicly praise our service members, veterans and their families, but President Obama supports them in word and deed, anywhere and every time.
As a Vietnam vet, one of the reasons I support President Obama is because he has consistently shown he understands that our commitment to our servicemen and women may begin when they put on their uniform, but that it must never end.
Read On
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Your decision on Amendment 65 in Colorado is...
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Coloradans Get Big Money Out of Politics is the official statewide campaign working to pass Amendment 65. According to their research, in 9 out of 10 congressional elections the candidate who spends the most money wins.
Can you fight back against Citizens United and get involved with this vitally important campaign?
Yes, I can volunteer with Coloradans Get Big Money Out of Politics campaign.
Thanks for all you do.
-Adam R., Julia, Laura, Tate, and the rest of the team
Want to support our work? We're entirely funded by our 7 million members-no corporate contributions, no big checks from CEOs. And our tiny staff ensures that small contributions go a long way. Chip in here.
PAID FOR BY MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION, http://pol.moveon.org/.
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Broomfield Symphony Orchestra, 10/26
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On Friday, October 26, 2012, 7:30 p.m. at the Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road, the Broomfield Symphony Orchestra presents its Season Opening Concert of the 2012-13 Season. The performance will feature cello soloist Jeffrey Watson, Principal Cello of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, in Dvorák's Cello Concerto in B Minor. Also on the program: Two Brahms Hungarian Dances, and the Symphony No. 5 of Franz Schubert, all conducted by Broomfield Symphony Music Director David Brussel. Tickets $6 - $15 at the door or online at our web site: www.broomfieldsymphony.org .
Visit our site or call 303-912-1649 for more information.
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Colorado Wind Ensemble, 10/27 & 10/28
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 Music from the Dark Side: A Halloween Spectacular
featuring music from Disney's Fantasia and a premiere by Laurent Jacquier
Saturday, Oct 27 7:30pm Littleton United Methodist Church
Sunday, Oct 28 2:00pm Lakewood Cultural Center
More information
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Littleton Symphony audition for 2nd/assistant first trumpet
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The Littleton Symphony announces an opening for:
SECTION TRUMPET PRINCIPAL TIMPANI
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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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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| 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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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. |
One bedroom private apartment in house at Sloans Lake All Utilities Paid - $550/month
Private garden level entrance - kitchen, living room, bath and 1 bedroom
No pets or smokers
We run background check/responsible people only
Damage deposit - $550.00
(303) 433-6025
Colorado College, Seay Music Library..announcing Music Library Books and Scores sale ongoing!!
Packard Hall is on the SW corner of Cache La Poudre and Cascade. Music Library is on the lowest level of that building.
The Music Library's Books and Scores Sale is still happening!!
A variety of piano/organ music (both 2 and 4 hand) is available from such legendary composers as Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn and many others!!
Other items include numerous Piano Method and Instruction materials, some vocal music and a general selection of random books. You'll never know what gems you may find!!
Prices are: $2.00 for any item with a white sticker.. $.50 for everything else..
The sale will go on during our normal hours of operation (Mon-Thurs: 8am -10pm, Fri: 8am-5pm, Sat: 1pm-4pm, Sun: 1pm-10pm).
We accept cash and checks payable to "Colorado College Music Library"
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.
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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