January 19, 2013                                   
Vol 13, Issue 2
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PLEASE NOTE: The DMA office will be closed Monday, January 21 in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday. 
Singers give pitch-perfect send-off to vocalist Becky Kelly Barnett
1/12/2013
By Joanne Davidson
The Denver Post
Becky Kelly Barnett
Becky Kelly Barnett's vocals helped propel the Jerry Barnett Orchestra to national prominence. "She was the most soulful singer I know," said former band leader Jim Vessiny.

There was never any doubt  that Becky Kelly Barnett was cut out to be a singer.

As a toddler, she'd hum songs in her high chair every time the family sat down to eat. By the time she was a teenager, she had developed a powerful set of pipes and a range that made her the envy of fellow vocalists.

Rock 'n' roll, Motown and  R&B   were her specialty, and she performed  with such popular local  bands as  the  Legendary 4Nikators before auditioning for  Moments Notice in 1982 and winning the heart of its leader, Jerry Barnett. They were married in San Francisco in 1989.

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Two Sides of the Charitable Deductions Debate
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Guidestar.com

Although this month's "Fiscal Cliff" legislation retained the charitable deduction, the question of eliminating or restricting it has by no means been decided. Nor are opinions in the sector about this issue unanimous. Here are two different perspectives. Where do you stand in this debate?


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Cleveland Orchestra on track to set Severance Hall season-ticket record
Crain's Cleveland Business
January 15, 2013

Buoyed by efforts to broaden its audience and attract younger patrons, the Cleveland Orchestra said its 2012-13 Severance Hall season-ticket sales revenue is on track to set a record, driven by the best-ever ticket sales in November and December.

The value of tickets sold for the orchestra's performances in November and December totaled $2.8 million, an increase of 62% over the same months in 2011. Holiday Festival ticket sales increased to a record of $1,177,271, 16% above the previous record of $1,013,000 in 2007. 

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New Jersey Symphony President Quits After Questions on His Past
Daniel J. Wakin
New York Times
January 11, 2013

Richard Dare made a splash last year as an outspoken entrepreneur turned arts administrator and started work on Jan. 2 as the president and chief executive of the New Jersey Symphony, with the promise that his business acumen would bring it new luster.

The New Jersey Symphony said "concerns about the public perception" led it to accept its president's resignation.


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Non-Union TV Show Alert
There is a company traveling around the country attempting to hire our musicians for the purpose of recording music for a new television show (The Choir), based around the production of choirs.  The AFM has been in contact with this company (Shed Music US) for the purpose of signing the appropriate AFM Agreement for this show.  Unfortunately, they have chosen not to sign with us and have managed to slip into three of our Locals that we know of and record their shows.

 It is imperative that you advise your members that this is not an AFM covered production and to remind everyone that to perform services in the absence of the applicable AFM Agreement is a violation of the AFM National Bylaws and subject to severe penalties. 

Our offices will continue with our pursuit to resolve the signatory issue with this production, and will advise everyone if there is a change in its non-union status.   If you are approached by anyone regarding employment on The Choir, or if you have additional information about this production or further AFM Logo questions, please contact our office at 323-461-5401. 

Thanks for your attention,

Richard T. Gabriel
Director Electronic Media Services Division
American Federation of Musicians 

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In This Issue
Singers give pitch-perfect send-off to vocalist Becky Kelly Barnett
Two Sides of the Charitable Deductions Debate
Cleveland Orchestra on track to set season-ticket record
New Jersey Symphony President Quits After Questions on His Past
EVENTS & PERFORMANCES
Colorado Symphony Orchestra
Jazz Over Easy, 1/23
Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 1/26-27
Bob Montgomery/Al Hermann Quintet, 1/27
Whats Cookin' Band, 1/27
Dale Bruning/Jude Hibler, 1/31 & 2/9
Metro State 10th Anniversary Piano Celebration, 2/8
STEADY ENGAGEMENTS
AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES
CSO Auditions for Principal Clarinet, Asst. Concertmaster, Violin & Viola
Boulder Philharmonic Auditions for Assistant Principal Viola
Central City Opera Auditions for Violin, Principal Flute, 2nd Trumpet
CSO Violin Substitute Auditions
CSO Audition for Principal Trombone
Fort Collins Symphony Auditions
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Accepting donations for Paraguay Landfill Orchestra
Town Hall Meeting on "Employee vs Independent Contractor" Issues
Rocky Ridge Music Center Open Enrollment
Practice rooms and rehearsal space available
Lamont Summer Pre-College Academy
LABOR & POLITICS
More CEOs Telling US We Need to Cut Social Security and Medicare
New Public Option Bill Lowers Families' Health Costs and the Deficit
3.5 Million Jobs at State if Infrastructure Continues to Crumble
COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND
Augustana Arts presents Jazz Night Out, 1/20
Community Band Seeking New Members
Lakewood Symphony Auditions
Evergreen Chamber Orchestra Auditions
Metro Community Band Openings
YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES
DYAO's 35th Anniversary Concert, 2/2
Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras, 2/10
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Contact Info - DMA Officers
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EVENTS & PERFORMANCES

Colorado Symphony Orchestra

2012/13 Inside the Score
Shuffle II

Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
C. F. Kip Winger, guest artist


Last season's Shuffle program examined the places between different genres, where the lines are blurred and the music sounds great. The latest installment of this series, Shuffle II, will once again explore this music that defies categorization. Shuffle II will feature classical and rock music written by special guest and former Coloradoan, C. F. Kip Winger. Let Resident Conductor Scott O'Neil and rock legend C. F. Kip Winger be your guides as you travel through the spaces where any and all genres and styles are welcome.

Fri 1/18/13 7:30PMBoettcher Concert HallShuffle IIMore Information



Ann Hampton Callaway presents The Barbra Streisand Songbook

Scott O'Neil, resident conductor

Ann Hampton Callaway, vocals


Platinum award-winning vocalist, pianist and songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway pays tribute to one of America's most celebrated singers, Barbra Streisand. Callaway uniquely blends jazz and pop in an unforgettable journey through the timeless songbook of Barbra Streisand, including her own songs written for the legendary artist.

Sat 1/19/13 7:30PMBoettcher Concert HallAnn Hampton Callaway Presents the Barbra Streisand SongbookMore InformationPurchase



2012/13 On Location
PACE Center
Sun 1/20/13 2:30PMPACE CenterShuffle IIMore Information*Select MORE INFORMATION for details.



2012/13 Masterworks Series
Thibaudet performs Saint-Saëns

Justin Brown, conductor
Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano


BERLIOZ / "Royal Hunt and Storm" from The Trojans
SAINT-SAËNS / Piano Concerto No. 5, "Egyptian"
RESPIGHI / Fountains of Rome
RESPIGHI / Pines of Rome

Fri 1/25/13 7:30PMBoettcher Concert HallThibaudet performs Saint-Saens sponsored by FirstBankMore InformationPurchase
Sat 1/26/13 7:30PMBoettcher Concert HallThibaudet performs Saint-SaënsMore InformationPurchase
Sun 1/27/13 2:30PMBoettcher Concert HallThibaudet performs Saint-SaënsMore InformationPurchase

Jazz Over Easy, 1/23
Jazz Over Easy New Year, and a new day for Jazz Over Easy.

We are now playing the 4th Wednesday of each month at Cafe del Sol.
Come on down! Enjoy some swinging Jazz and of course the great margaritas and Mexican food.

Next performance is Wednesday January 23 at Cafe del Sol
608 Garrison St   Lakewood   6:00-9:00 pm  call 303-238-7999 for reservations
Colorado Springs Philharmonic, 1/26-27
January 26-27: Wagner's Valkyrie, a Beethoven piano concerto, and next season announced

Weber Overture from Oberon
Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4
Mozart Symphony No. 31, "Paris"
Wagner Overture and Bacchanale from Tannhäuser
Wagner Ride of the Valkyries

Josep Caballé-Domenech conductor
Susan Grace piano

El Pomar Foundation Masterworks
January 26 at 8:00 pm and January 27 at 2:30 pm
Concert previews begin hour prior to performances

More information here
Tickets from $19 ($12 students)
719-520-SHOW * csphilharmonic.org * TicketsWest outlets
Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts

Sponsored by
Richard and Sandra Hilt

Bob Montgomery/Al Hermann Quintet, 1/27
Al Hermann

Sunday, January 27 the Bob Montgomery/Al Hermann Quintet performs a community concert in Lamar, Colorado at 2 pm featuring Bill Kopper - guitar, Ken Walker - bass, Mike Marlier - drums, Al Hermann - trombone and Bob Montgomery - trumpet.

Thank you for supporting live jazz in Colorado !!!
Whats Cookin' Band, 1/27
The Fabulous Whats Cookin' Band will be at Jazz@Jacks on Sunday Jan. 27th from 5:00 to 7:30PM.

We, as always, feature exciting one of a kind arrangements that keep you listening intently and tappin' your toes and shaking you booty.

Our band features many of the finest Jazz Artists in Colorado and elsewhere.
What's Cookin' Jazz Band  
ADMISSION IS---------FREE!!!!!!!! 
ALL AGES ARE WELCOME!!!!!!! 
Parking Meters are FREE on Sundays 
Forward this notice to your friends and bring them to the performance!! 
Best, Gene Smookler

Dale Bruning/Jude Hibler, 1/31 & 2/9
Dale Bruning Dale Bruning Plays Solo January 31!
Dale's solo concerts are rare and few. Join him at Larry's Guitars in Longmont on January 31, Thursday from 7:30-9 pm. Tickets are $5. The address is 508 Fifth Avenue (east of Main). 720-340-4169. Parking and seating are limited so come early!

February 9,  Saturday: Dazzle's
The Dale Bruning Trio with Mark Simon and Chris Lee will play jazz standards and originals.
Two shows at 7 & 9 pm. Tickets are $15.
Call Dazzle at 303-839-5100 or make reservations at reservations@dazzlejazz.com.

Come visit our website for news about our events, purchase our CDs and books, jazz birthdays, composers, and other jazz related information.

  

Sincerely,
Jude Hibler
Jazz Link Enterprises - www.jazzlinkenterprises.com/  
Metro State 10th Anniversary Piano Celebration, 2/8
MSU Piano Celebration
Friday-Saturday, Feb. 8-9, 2013 PIANO CELEBRATION 10th Anniversary Year! 

All daytime events Free in 2013! Master Classes/Lectures for Music Teacher Enrichment
Friday Feb. 8 at 7 PM: Stuart Isacoff "Classical-Jazz Connections" lecture recital ($10 general)


Achievement-Day-Saturday one-to-one critiques for all community students, all levels ($5 per student)
MSU Denver Faculty Recital, 1 PM Saturday Feb. 8 (Free)
All events at the King Center, downtown Auraria campus
 
STEADY ENGAGEMENTS

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


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 7  to 10pm at the Wazee Supper Club (15th & Wazee in LoDo) featuring Dave Hanson - keyboard, Ken Walker - bass, Alejandro Castano - drums, 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.

AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES

Colorado Symphony Auditions for Principal Clarinet, Asst. Concertmaster, Violin & Viola
CSO Logo The Colorado Symphony
Andrew Litton, Artistic Advisor

Announces auditions for:
Principal Clarinet (Tenure track position)
Audition is scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, April 8th and 9th, 2013

Assistant Concertmaster (3rd chair)
Violin (fixed 4th chair)
(Two tenure track positions)
Audition is scheduled for Monday, May 20th, 2013

Section Viola (tenure track position)
Audition is scheduled for Tuesday, may 21st, 2013

Highly qualified applicants mail or FAX a one-page resume to:
Larry Brezicka, Personnel Manager
THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
Boettcher Concert Hall - 1000 14th Street, #15
Denver, CO  80202
FAX 303-293-2649

Application must be received by March 22nd, 2013
NO PHONE CALLS or EMAILS

*The Colorado Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
 
Boulder Philharmonic Auditions for Assistant Principal Viola
The Boulder Philharmonic announces an audition for ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL VIOLA to be held on April 28, 2013.  Per-service pay for this position is currently $101.15.  For more information please send a ONE-PAGE professional resume to kpeoria@boulderphil.org.  
Central City Opera Auditions for Violin, Principal Flute, 2nd Trumpet
Central City Opera Logo Central City Opera announces auditions for:
Section Violin
Principal Flute
Second Trumpet

(all positions are tenure-track)

The 2013 Festival is June 19 - August 11

For additional information please visit CentralCityOpera.org 
Colorado Symphony - Violin Substitute Auditions
Colorado Symphony Orchestra
Announces VIOLIN Substitute Auditions. 
These auditions are for anyone not already on the substitute list and anyone wishing to provide the committee an update of their playing. 
 
Auditions are scheduled for February 27th, beginning at 12:30 PM - Boettcher Concert Hall. 
Please contact Larry Brezicka at lbrezicka@coloradosymphony.org w/ inquiry and resume. 
 
CSO Audition for Principal Trombone
The Colorado Symphony 
Andrew Litton, Artistic Advisor 
 
Announces audition for 
PRINCIPAL TROMBONE (Tenure track position)

Audition is scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, February 25th and 26th, 2013. 
 
Highly qualified applicants email or FAX a one-page resume to: 
Larry Brezicka, Personnel Manager 
THE COLORADO SYMPHONY 
Boettcher Concert Hall - 1000 14th Street, #15 
Denver, CO  80202 
FAX 303-293-2649 
Applications must be received by January 25th, 2013  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE 
*The Colorado Symphony is and Equal Opportunity Employer*
 
Fort Collins Symphony Auditions
FCSO Logo The Fort Collins Symphony announces auditions for the following positions:

 

2nd HORN:  DATE: Thursday, February 28, 2013  TIME: 3 pm - 6 pm 
PRINCIPAL FLUTE:  DATE: Saturday, March 2, 2013   TIME: 12 noon  - 5:30 pm 
PRINCIPAL CELLO:  DATE: Wednesday, May 1, 2013   TIME: 3 pm - 6 pm 

PRINCIPAL TROMBONE:  DATE: Thursday, May 2, 2013 TIME: 3 pm - 6 pm

 

For more information and to request an audition time for any of the above openings email a ONE PAGE resume to:     
April Johannesen, Personnel Manager 

fcsmanager@gmail.com 

  

Please include current address, email address and phone number. 

Communication via email is preferred, but you may also mail to:

Fort Collins Symphony 
Attn: April Johannesen 
214 S. College Ave  
Fort Collins, CO 80524 


Information and repertoire may be found at: www.fcsymphony.org/aboutus/jobopportunities.html 

 

Please note: The DMA has no agreement with the FCSO regarding wages or working conditions. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Accepting donations for Paraguay Landfill Orchestra
Landfill Harmonic Preview 
Landfill Harmonic Preview


DMA member Kari Epstein is collecting used (or new) strings for all instruments, cases, bows, reeds, percussion instruments (nothing large please), rosin, music etc. to send to them.  If you donate used strings, please make sure they are labeled for the instrument and string. Donations may be dropped off at the DMA office (1165 Delaware St, Denver).

 

COMBO: Town Hall Meeting on "Employee vs Independent Contractor" Issues, 1/27 
COMBO Logo TOWN HALL MEETING ON SUNDAY, JAN. 27th - HOSTED BY COMBO
PROGRAM ON THE CDLE MATTER
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Representatives from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment will speak at the January 27th Town Hall meeting, sponsored and hosted by COMBO, on musicians paying unemployment taxes. This will be a very important meeting for ALL musicians so plan on attending. This is NOT a joke - it is a matter that YOU might have to deal with in the near future. Put this on your calendars now and don't miss it!
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What: COMBO Town Hall Meeting with Representatives from the CDLE
Where: The Walnut Room, 3131 Walnut Street, Denver; 303-292-1700
Times: 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Free and open to all ages
Program: On Unemployment Tax Rules
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Colorado favorite Professor Chris Daniels (of Chris Daniels and The Kings), who has first-hand knowledge of this issue, will serve as moderator so that all the important questions get answered by our panelists! Chris has also provided COMBO with a sample Independent Contractor Agreement that will be distributed at the meeting for your consideration.

www.coloradomusic.org
Rocky Ridge Music Center Open Enrollment 
Applications are now being accepted for residential summer music seminars at Rocky Ridge Music Center located near the trail head to Longs Peak just south of Estes Park.  A variety of camp sessions are available to music students on all orchestral instruments, piano, voice, and composition.

The mission of Rocky Ridge is to nurture the creative, musical, and personal development of youth and adults in an inspirational setting.  Discounted early enrollment deadline is Feb. 15.  For more information or to apply online, go to www.rockyridge.org

Rocky Ridge Music Center Logo Young Artist Seminar (ages 15-24, by audition) June 25-July 28
Junior Student Seminars (ages 10-15) 2 sessions:  June 11-23 or July 30-August 11
Adult Piano Seminar (ages 18 and up, all levels) June 5-9
Chamberre in the Rockies (ages 18 and up) August 14-18
Early Music Festival & Workshop (ages 18 and up, all levels) August 21-25
Request a 2013 brochure or other materials to distribute to your students or colleagues by contacting RRMC@rockyridge.org or (970) 586-4031.

Broadway Music School offers great practice rooms and rehearsal space
We have comfortable studios with quality pianos (tuned regularly) and a beautiful recital hall available for: recitals, rehearsals, auditions, and more.  Free parking and convenient location.  Reasonable rates.

1940 S. Broadway, Denver       
303-777-0833                                       
info@broadwaymusicschool.com                    
www.broadwaymusicschool.com
Lamont School of Music Summer Pre-College Academy, 6/16-6/30
Lamont School of Music Summer Pre-College Academy
June 16 - June 30, 2013
Scholarships Available For Outstanding String Quartets, Wind Quintets, Brass Quintets, Individual Instruments and Voice

Application deadline for scholarships:  February 15, 2013
Musical Excellence - Rich Program Diversity - Lifelong Friendships
Inviting: Instrumentalists, Singers, Pianists & Composers, ages 14 through 18.   (Some age exceptions.) 

Featuring: Outstanding Artist Faculty, State of the Art Facilities, Private Lessons, Master Classes, Chamber Music, Orchestra, LSM Logo Wind Ensemble, Choir, Music Theatre, Modern/World Music, Recitals, Special Topic Seminars, Theory, Recreational Activities, and more!

For further information and application downloads, visit our website at:
www.du.edu/lamont/summeracademy
Or contact Mary Beth Barteau Shaffer, Director at:
MaryBeth.Shaffer@du.edu
 

LABOR & POLITICS

More CEOs Telling US We Need to Cut Social Security and Medicare Benefits 
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Photo courtesy of the Business Roundtable Facebook page.

As if we didn't already have enough on our plates (having to fend off attacks from the "Fix the Debt" CEOs), now there's another group of CEOs, the Business Roundtable, telling us we need to "modernize," a.k.a. cut, Social Security and Medicare benefits by raising the eligibility ages and reducing cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs). How helpful. 

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New Public Option Bill Lowers Families' Health Costs and the Deficit  

Photo by Andrew Aliferis/Flickr

 

Health care experts have long said that a public health insurance option not only would provide lower-cost health insurance for those who choose it but would also force private insurers to lower their premiums. A public option was a key element of the 2009 House-passed version of health care reform, but it did not make it to the final bill.

Now, as lawmakers focus on deficit reduction, with many Republicans calling for cuts in health care benefits and shifting even more costs to working families, the creation of a public option as a deficit-reducing tool-along with its other benefits-is back on the table.

 

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3.5 Million Jobs at State if Infrastructure Continues to Crumble 

Transportation Trades Dept. photo.

What would it cost if the nation's crumbling infrastructure of bridges, roads, rails, sewer systems, power grids, airports and more is allowed to deteriorate at its current pace? Some 3.5 million jobs and $3.1 trillion in lost economic output by 2020. What would it cost to avoid that? About $1.1 trillion in additional investment.

Sure sounds like a great return on the investment and it is, according to a new report from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The study, Failure to Act, finds that:

 

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COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND
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Augustana Arts presents Jazz Night Out, 1/20  
Augustana Arts presents Jazz Night Out featuring Dotsero in a benefit event to raise funds for City Strings, an after school, life-changing subsidized music instruction program which brings the gift of violin, viola or cello lessons to at-risk youth. Join us Sunday, January 20th at Jazz@Jack's in the Denver Pavilions. Doors at 5pm for a silent auction and seating, concert at 6pm. General admission $15, Patron tickets for vip seating $50, buy online at www.augustanaarts.org
Community Band Seeking New Members  
Our non-profit Mile High Community Band seeks musicians of all ages, teen through adult, and at all levels of accomplishment. 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.

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!  
 
Lakewood Symphony Auditions  
Lakewood Symphony is holding auditions for principal trumpet and section violas and violins.  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.   
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.

Metro Community Band Openings 

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.  

YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES

DYAO's 35th Anniversary Concert, 2/2

 35th Anniversary Celebration
Join DYAO for one extraordinary event to celebrate 35 years of amazing music making! Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 2:30pm DYAO's five orchestras join forces to present a concert you will never forget. Join us to see more than 200 of Colorado's finest young musicians perform.

The Concert  

 

Adam Flatt, Conductor
Boettcher Concert Hall
1000 14th St. #15 Denver, CO 80202
 
Selections to include:
Wagner: Prelude to Die Meistersinger
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5
Rimsky-Korsakov: Russian Easter Overture
Vaughan Williams: Fantasia on "Greensleeves"
Boccherini: Passacalle
 
Februay 2nd, 2013 
35th Anniversary Celebration & DYAO concert: $100 
Concert only Adults/Seniors: $20
Concert only Students: $10
 

 

Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras, 2/10

 

FREE for Teachers and Students

Winter Concert, Feb 10, 2pm at Macky

Join the Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras for a performance featuring the music of Borodin, Saint-Saens, Shostakovich, Respighi, and more.

As a special event, admission will be free for all teachers and students - not only music teachers and music students! Please help us spread the word about this concert! Bring your friends and colleagues - let's fill up Macky Auditorium. 

 

FOR SALE OR RENT / MISC.
Upright Bass.
Nedine Jarvis probably logged 40 years as a violist in the DSO/CSO. She is selling a bass that was played by her son. It is late 19th/early 20th C. German or Czech/ It is a 5/8 size. Bob Ross refinished the finger board and appraised it at $7,000/ People interested should call George Jarvis at 303-233-6044

Olds Opera Trombone, made about 1959 at the F.E. Olds factory in Fullerton.  For those of you who may not be familiar with this instrument, it has a large bore and an 8 ½ inch bell.  It is finished in nickel silver and comes with two mouthpieces.  You really can't over blow this trombone.  For a classic instrument, it is in perfect playing condition with a beautiful original factory case.  If you are interested please feel free to call me. We can make arrange

ments for you to come over and try it out. Jess Gerardi, 303-761-3270

 

LOOKING TO BUY: Good quality new or used classical guitar.  

Must be straight and clean with good tone and good playing action. No cracks or severe dings. Case preferred but not mandatory. Rod Taylor - 303 839-9363  


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 

   

Violin Wanted -

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 303-781-6667


For 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
303-744-1737  

  

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 

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Yamaha drum set, lightly used, great condition.
For Sale ($325) or Long Term Loan to 501-c-3.
Call 720.272.4460 or email info@sjyo.org 

Dad\'s old Trombone, King 3B Good shape.  2103 Series (8748) $700.00  
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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.
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
Fax: 303-573-1945