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June 7, 2013
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DMA Boycott of Make Music Denver
| The DMA Board of Directors is officially boycotting Make Music Denver. This is a formal request of DMA members who are asked not to perform for MMD until this matter is resolved.
The DMA also encourages all non-union musicians to honor this boycott. Obviously there is no loss in income nor is there a valid contract to break. We should instead dedicate our time to the true meaning of World Music Day, which is anything but exploitation of musicians.
Thank you for your support!
For more information:
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Into the Belly of the Beast
"Ever wonder how loud a gaggle of guitars can play, or how many woodwinds can fit in a park?"
- Downtown Denver Partnership
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DMA General Membership Meeting, 6/17
| GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Monday June 17, 2013, 5:30 PM
New Member Orientation at 5:15 PM
Food & Beverages Available
AGENDA:
* Upcoming AFM Convention, July 22-25, 2013: Discuss all Recommendations & Resolutions to be presented to the Convention, including Resolutions 13 & 14 as submitted by Local 20-623 Officers (See International Musician, May 2013 Issue)
* Salary and Benefits Adjustment for DMA Office Administrator: Resolved, that, effective 6/1/13, Office Manager Jan Mares' hourly pay rate shall increase from the current $13 to $15 per hour.
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The Young Musicians of Minnesota
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Published on Jun 7, 2013
 Twin Cities teens have organized as the Young Musicians of Minnesota to urge an end to the management-imposed lockout of musicians from the Minnesota Orchestra. This MNuet video captures these young musicians, outside Ferguson Hall at the University of Minnesota, writing letters to politicians and others to generate support for the musicians.
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Trombone player arrested outside of Braves game
|  cbsatlanta.com
Jun 04, 2013
By Jennifer Banks - email
By Greg Dingrando - email
ATLANTA (CBS ATLANTA) - For the second time in just a matter of weeks, a musician was arrested for playing on the city's streets.
The most recent arrest was just outside Turner Field, where police took a man's trombone and cuffed him.
The man's name is Eryk McDaniel, and people said he can really play a mean trombone.
Last Friday he was just playing on the sidewalk, entertaining the crowds as they were heading into a Braves game, when officers came up and told him to leave.
He told them he had every right to play there, but the cops had other plans.
Read On
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AFM 2013 National Diversity Survey
| The AFM Diversity Council is committed to providing access and a pathway to success for all of our member musicians. Working in cooperation with the AFL-CIO and other national civil and human rights organizations we depend on interaction and feedback from our members that will allow us to craft contemporary programs that are meaningful to career growth.
Diversity is the driving factor that serves as the foundation for growth within the labor movement. In response to AFL-CIO Resolution 7 (file attached), adopted at the 2009 AFL-CIO Convention, the following survey is developed as a response to the Resolution's mandate for all affiliate union's to build diversity within their unions. To help achieve that goal, the AFM Diversity Committee asks that you take a moment to complete this short survey.
As you can see, no name or identifying information is requested. Our plan is to involve as many members as possible in order to garner a representative sampling. Access to this document is provided only over a secure internet link via the AFM Diversity web page. We will not retain or distribute email addresses. As usual, all information gathered via this post will be used in strict compliance with the AFM's express privacy policy.
CLICK HERE to take the survey
The results of the survey will be tallied by the AFM Diversity Committee and results shared only with the AFM and the AFL-CIO. You may contact us anytime via the web to if you have questions or to obtain additional guidance before you submit. Or you can contact Alfonso M. Pollard, AFM Director of Diversity on 202 274-4756. You may also email Alfonso at apollard@afm.org.
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In This Issue
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| DMA Boycott of Make Music Denver | | DMA General Membership Meeting, 6/17 | | The Young Musicians of Minnesotae Ugly | | Trombone player arrested outside of Braves game | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Trinity Presbyterian/CSO concert, 6/7 | | Intermezzo Chamber Players, 6/8 | | Music in the Mountains Opening Concert, 6/9 | | Colorado Chamber Players, 6/9 | | Duo Firebird, 6/16 | | Gia Mora at Lannies, 6/16 | | Neil Bridge 7+, 6/16 | | Rene Heredia, 6/29 & 7/1 | | Neil Bridge 7+, 7/18 | | Dale Bruning and Jude Hibler, 7/19 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Colorado Ballet Bassoon Auditions Postponed | | Colorado Ballet Auditions for Trumpet & Viola, | | FCSO Position for Production Manager | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Steve Lehn Medical Assistance Fund | | Summer Course in the Alexander Technique, 7/13 | | Summer Course in the Alexander Technique, 7/13 | | 2013 Rafael Mendez Brass Institute | | LABOR & POLITICS | | 100th Anniversary of the Ludlow Massacre | | UMWA Rallies 5,000 In KY | | Understanding the Need for Full Employment | | 'American Winter' Film | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Community Band Seeking New Members | | Metro Community Band Openings | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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| Colorado Symphony Orchestra |
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Doc Severinsen, conductor/ trumpet
Beloved star of the Golden Age of Television and trumpet legend, Doc Severinsen brings his sparkling personality and outrageous outfits back to the Colorado Symphony. "South of the Border with the San Miguel 5" is a jazzy tour through the classics of Latin music. Doc will conduct and play his famous horn.
| Sat 6/8/13 7:30PM | Boettcher Concert Hall | Doc Severinsen performs South of the Border with the San Miguel 5 presented by Arrow Electronics | More Information | Purchase |
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Following two popular appearances with the Colorado Symphony, Denver's own DeVotchKa returns for a concert under the stars at Colorado's favorite outdoor venue, Red Rocks Amphitheatre. DeVotchKa's lush orchestrations combine with the rich sounds of the orchestra for a lyrical evening of music. Also performing with the Colorado Symphony, very special guest Amanda Palmer, formerly of the Dresden Dolls, starts the night with a bold and theatrical set. Denver favorite Paper Bird kicks off this not-to-be-missed evening, which opens an incredible summer of music at the world's greatest venue.
Please note the updated start time of 7:00pm.
| Fri 6/14/13 7:00PM | Red Rocks Amphitheatre | DeVotchKa with The Colorado Symphony
Amanda Palmer with the Colorado Symphony
Special guest Paper Bird | More Information | Purchase |
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Nathaniel Rateliff, Otis Taylor and members of the Hollyfelds join the Colorado Symphony's debut of music from the Beck Song Reader, with an appearance at the Westword Music Showcase on Saturday, June 22. Julie Davis and Joseph Pope III of the Seven Hats round out an incredible collaboration between the Colorado Symphony and some of Denver's finest independent artists. Building on successful performances with creative contemporary artists from Colorado and beyond, including Trey Anastasio and DeVotchKa, the Symphony team up with Denver musicians to bring the Beck Song Reader to life. Jay Clifford of the band Jump Little Children will create arrangements and serve as the project's music coordinator.
Click here for more information on the Westword Music Showcase
*Tickets: Click here to purchase tickets for the Westword Music Showcase.
This performance will now be at the Curious Theatre at 1080 Acoma St at 6:45pm.
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Trinity Presbyterian/CSO concert, 6/7
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Trinity Presbyterian Church, in collaboration with the Colorado Symphony and the Haydn Quartet Slam 2012-2013 Project, is pleased to present
A Tale of Two Masters: String Quartets of Haydn and Beethoven
Friday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Trinity Presbyterian Church, 7755 Vance Drive, Arvada 80003
This program will juxtapose an early and a middle work of Haydn (Op 9 #3 in G major and Op 17 #3 in E-flat major) with an early work of Beethoven (Op 18 #4 in c minor).
Early on, Beethoven studied with Haydn, the father of the string quartet form but later pushed the form into its own genre altogether. 
Catherine Beeson (CSO violist featured on this concert) states it well: "What Haydn began, Beethoven grew into a wildly textured and innovative world."
The three quartets featured on this June 7 program at Trinity show a gathering of strength and energy in the Classical period which gives rise to the quartets of the early Romantic period and beyond.
Don't miss this exciting evening!
Tickets: $15 for adults, $10 for students through high school.
Pre-reserve by calling 303-422-3656 x6000 or visiting the church website at www.tpcarvada.org and clicking on the "2nd Tuesdays at Trinity" link.
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Intermezzo Chamber Players, 6/8
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Haydn Quartet Slam
performed by Intermezzo Chamber Players
7 pm / June 4, 6 & 8, 2013
$18 in advance*/$20 or $10 at the door*
These concerts are part of an area-wide project to perform all of Haydn's string quartets from September 2012 to September 2013. In these three concerts all six of Haydn's "Sturm und Drang" quartets will be featured, two each night. At each concert our performers will do a lecture/demonstration and performance of one quartet and, after intermission, a performance of the other. These concerts feature Stacy Lesartre and Catherine Runnels-violins, Margaret Miller-viola, and Charles Tucker-cello.
Mortgage West Gallery in the Plum Building
1705 S. Pearl Street
Denver, Colorado 80210
corner of Pearl and Mexico Streets
Details and tickets at www.eclecticconcerts.com
Now serving delicious dinner at every concert, $10
Wine is also served, suggested donation $4
*Per show. Come to one, two, or all three!
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Music in the Mountains Opening Concert, 6/9
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Estes Park, Colorado (May 31, 2013): Rocky Ridge Music Center opens its 72nd season of Music in the Mountains Concert Series Sunday, June 9 @ 3 p.m. featuring artist faculty from the Adult Piano Seminar.
2013 Summer Concerts are generously sponsored by the Boulder Piano Gallery and Kawai Piano.
 TICKETS $20 general admission
$18 senior and children
Purchase Online
by phone (970) 586-4031
at Macdonald Book Shop in Estes Park
or at the door (box office opens at 2:30 p.m.)
LOCATION
Concert Hall at Rocky Ridge Music Center
465 Longs Peak Rd.
Estes Park, CO 80517
Program and performers subject to change.
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Colorado Chamber Players, 6/9
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FREE Concert in the beautiful acoustics of the Canyon Theatre, Boulder Library:
WHAT: The Colorado Chamber Players present a free concert
WHEN: Sunday, June 9, 2013, 2:00 pm
WHERE: Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302
ADMISSION: Free
Program:
Antonin Dvorák: Terzetto Op. 74, for Two Violins and Viola
Mark Carlson: View From a Hilltop, for Clarinet, String Trio and Piano (2009)
Ernst von Dohnányi: Piano Sextet, Op. 37
Mary Artmann, Guest Cellist
Andrew Cooperstock, Piano
Barbara Hamilton, Artistic Director & Viola
Kolio Plachkov, Guest French Horn
Paul Primus, Violinist
Daniel Silver, Clarinetist
Margaret Soper Gutierrez, Violinist
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Duo Firebird, 6/16
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Duo Firebird presents
Russian Music: From the Czars to Stalin
A selection of Russian music from the 19th and 20th centuries,
highlighted by fascinating information!
Featuring the music of Stutschewsky, Arensky, Rubinstein, Rachmaninov and Shostakovich
Daria Joanna, cello
Leah Peer, piano
Sunday, June 16, 2013, 4 - 5 PM
1600 Grant St Denver CO 80203
Good will offering appreciated
www.facebook.com/duofirebird
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Gia Mora at Lannies, 6/16
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Singer/Actress - GIA MORA's One Woman Show - EINSTEIN'S GIRL
Sunday, June 16th at 7:30pm
A nationally known singer/actress, Gia shares her insights into the science of love in a digital world through stories and song, complete with lots of humor and a live band. She has headlined at Don't Tell Mama in NYC, the House of Blues in L.A., and Blues Alley in D.C. Gia is a four-time Helen Hayes Award nominee for her musical theatre performances in Washington, D.C.
Tickets can be purchased at www.lannies.com or www.giamora.com
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Neil Bridge 7+, 6/16
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 City Park Jazz
is proud and honored to dedicate this year's annual Tribute show to
Neil Bridge.
The concert is FREE for everyone, rain or shine,
and is located at the pavilion in City Park.
with "Neil Bridge 7+" Featuring "Karen Lee"
June 16th, 2013 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Rain or Shine For decades, Neil has upheld the highest standards in musicianship and music education...as well as swinging without remorse! Truly a long-time giant of Denver's jazz scene, Neil and his muse, Karen Lee Bridge, will remind you with his classic arrangements and impeccable taste, of why we love this most American of music styles. As with last year's honoree, Charlie Burrell, Neil Bridge connects us to the river of swing which flows through all of jazz. Please join us for this special Father's Day show.
City Park Jazz concerts are located at the bandstand by the Pavilion on Ferril Lake in Denver's City Park. City Park is also home to Denver's Zoo, and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. The Park is located just East of Downtown, at Colorado Boulevard and 17th Avenue.
Free parking is available throughout the park-please be a good neighbor and avoid parking on side-streets around the park. Or better yet, ride your bike and enjoy free bike parking monitored by City Park Jazz volunteers at the Bike Corral in the Pavilion from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Rene Heredia, 6/29 & 7/1
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Flamenco Guitarist Rene Heredia and Colorado's Premier Flamenco Dance Company presents:
 A Flamenco Dance Extravaganza "GYPSY FLAMENCO PASSION"
Cherokee Ranch Castle
6113 N. Daniels Park Rd., Sedalia, CO., 80135
date and time for the evening's dinner and entertainment:
Saturday June 29th 2013 6:30 pm until 9:30pm
evening's event includes:
Castle Tour, Supper Buffet, Cash bar, Performance, Dessert & Coffee
Reception with the Performers.
all inclusive reservations:
$65/person in advance Call 303-688-5555 http://www.cherokeeranch.org
A DANCE EXTRAVAGANZA
One Night Only * A Show for the Entire Family * Not to be Missed
Saturday, June 1: 7:00 p.m.
at the D Note - 7519 Grandview Ave, Arvada CO 80002
$20 at the Door
http://www.dnote.us/
303-463-6683
for information about Rene Heredia's concert schedule and auditions:
303-688-5555 http://gypsyproductionsinc@comcast.net http://www.reneheredia.com
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Neil Bridge 7+, 7/18
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JazzFest: Hazel Miller, Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra and Neil Bridge 7+ with Karen Lee
Thursday July 18th, 2013 at the
Arvada Center Outdoor Amphitheater
A night of jazz highlighting some of the best jazz groups in Denver. Featuring a wonderful cross section of jazz styles that include the classics and standards, cutting edge big band repertoire and the amazing vocal stylings of Denver's Hazel Miller.
Hazel Miller is bringing to the Arvada Center the realities of listening
More Info
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Dale Bruning and Jude Hibler, 7/19
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 FREE! FREE! FREE! JLE CONCERT
July 19th, 2013, Friday from 2-4 pm: Jazz Link Enterprises partners Dale Bruning and Jude Hibler present The Timeless Music of Richard Rodgers on at the Longmont Senior Center from 2-4 pm, presented by Friends of the Longmont Senior Center. 910 Longs Peak Avenue, Longmont, Colorado 80501. 303-651-8411, http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/sen_ctr/index.htm
Jude Hibler - Owner Jazz Link Enterprises
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STEADY ENGAGEMENTS
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The Purnell Steen Duo, 6 to 9 pm every Saturday
Havana Street Station
1911 S. Havana (Corner of Havana and Jewell)
303-752-0553 - No Cover
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.
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AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES
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Colorado Ballet Bassoon Auditions Postponed
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Colorado Ballet bassoon auditions have been postponed for a later date yet to be announced. At that time the Bassoon audition will be expanded to a Bassoon/Contrabassoon position.
Viola auditions will proceed as scheduled on Wednesday, June 12th.
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Colorado Ballet Auditions, 6/11-12
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 Colorado Ballet Announces auditions for the following openings:
Trumpet
Viola
(Please note that bassoon auditions have been postponed for a later date yet to be announced. At that time the Bassoon audition will be expanded to a Bassoon/Contrabassoon position)
These are contract positions beginning with the 2013/14 Season. Compensation is currently $102/service plus a 5.45% pension contribution for the 2012-2013 Season. A new agreement is being negotiated.
Auditions will be held on June 11-12, 2013 at the Colorado Ballet facility at 1278 Lincoln St. in Denver. To apply please email a one-page resume to Brandi Glass, Company Manager at brandi.glass@coloradoballet.org Complete information will be provided upon receipt of resume.
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Fort Collins Symphony open position: Production Manager
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Job Summary:
The Fort Collins Symphony seeks an experienced, customer services focused team member to serve as production manager. Under the direction of the Executive Director and Music Director, the successful candidate will take control of stage activities for rehearsals and performances, monitor conditions and create the best possible performance environment. This position acts as liaison between technical crews and the orchestra, keeping abreast of all production elements, such as stage cues, start times and placement of instruments. A successful candidate must be able to direct stage hands, musicians, and guest artists in an efficient manner as well as interact professionally with personnel manager, technical crews, music director, and executive director.
Hours: · Part-time, hourly position. Evening and weekend hours required. Number of hours worked vary based on event's need. Hours can include up to 30 hours per concert week. · Attend regularly scheduled production meetings (up to 1 meeting per week for 2 hours) with Music Director, Executive Director, and Personnel manager in Fort Collins, CO. · Upcoming events (availability for summer events is preferred but not required to apply): June 8th rehearsal, June 9th rehearsal/concert, June 10th concert, June 29th rehearsal/concert, July 2nd rehearsal, July 4th concert, August 24th . · 2013-2014 Symphony Season Concert Dates (availability for all season concert dates and associated rehearsals required to apply) - rehearsals occur during the week prior to the following concert dates: o October 5th, o November 2nd; o December 12-15th ; o December 13-14th; o January 17, 2014, o February 1st , o March 1st, o March 28th, o May 10th , o May 31st
Additional Requirements: · Valid driver's license and personal vehicle.
Compensation and Benefits: · $15 per hour · No medical or dental benefits
Application Process: If you are interested in this great opportunity and believe you meet the minimum qualifications please submit a cover letter and detailed resume by Tuesday, May 28, 2013 to cnewman@fcsymphony.org. Applications will be reviewed and selected candidates will be interviewed.
Please contact Executive Director with any questions: Carrie J. Newman Executive Director Fort Collins Symphony Association 970.482.4823
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The Steve Lehn Medical Assistance Fund
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 DMA member Steve Lehn has recently been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. To assist with Steve's sudden and escalating medical costs, Our Musical Heritage, Inc. (OMH) a Colorado 501c(3) non-profit arm of the Denver Musicians Association (DMA) has established an Assistance Fund in Steve's name. OMH is accepting tax-deductible contributions from friends, colleagues and the general public who wish to assist during this difficult time. Cash or checks will be accepted. Checks should be made out to Our Musical Heritage, Inc. (or OMH). Be sure to include "Steve Lehn Medical Assistance Fund" in the memo. and mail to: Our Musical Heritage, Inc., 1165 Delaware Street, Denver CO 80204. About OMHOur Musical Heritage is a Colorado 501c(3) non-profit organization acting as an umbrella agency for large and small, short and long-term projects of musical artistic and/or educational merit. It was established in 1989 to assist in the funding and promotion of American music-related endeavors which create and preserve educational opportunities, arts enrichment and aesthetics in music performance, creation, and appreciation. It provides education and performing opportunities to the public, utilizing artists, inclusive of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds, gender and socioeconomic status. It presents live music, Colorado professional musicians of all musical styles, develops enhancement educational programs for all ages both within and outside of schools, provides outreach opportunities for "at risk" students, and raises the public awareness of the value of music in the lives of people in society. |
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19th Annual Summer Course in the Alexander Technique, 7/13
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The 19th Annual Summer Course in the Alexander Technique at the University of Colorado at Boulder will be held July 8-12, 9:00 to noon daily. A one day Intensive will be held July 13, 1-5:00 pm. The 2012 faculty includes Ed Bilanchone, Amy Likar, and DMA member James Brody. Early registration by DMA members will result in a 15% reduction in tuition.
The Alexander Technique is a powerful tool for changing habits in movement and thinking. While anyone can benefit from this Technique, the work applies especially well to musicians and educators. Participants will learn about generalized and specific body use issues that can affect both performance and educational settings, as well as practical skills for the classroom. The results of a medical study in England that investigated the Alexander Technique were recently published in the British Medical Journal.
A link to a summary of the study and a short film about it can be found at http://www.bmj.com/content/337/bmj.a884
For more information about the Course and the Alexander Technique in general, please consult the following web site: (http://music.colorado.edu/departments/wellness/) or contact DMA member James Brody (brody@colorado.edu).
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Purnell Steen Kickstarter Campaign
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On July 7, 2011, Purnell Steen and LeJazz Machine performed a live recording session at Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge. On that special night, a local Denver, Colorado filming crew captured every note and every musician's expression as the band poured out their emotions. The result is a full length DVD of Purnell Steen and LeJazz Machine, entitled "Love You Madly.
In order to release the DVD we need your help! The cost involved in completing DVD project includes, mechanical licenses, sync licenses, packaging, and a host of other business related fees. Please review our KickStarter campaign at www.kickstarter.com.
I sincerely hope that you appreciate the hot, driving style of the "Sounds of Five Points". We firmly believe that we are mere custodians of this gift of music and that we must let our musical light shine to bring some harmony into the listener's lives.
In the words of Duke Ellington, "Love You Madly" - Purnell Steen
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2013 Rafael Mendez Brass Institute, July 14-20, 2013
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Featuring the Summit Brass
July 14 - 20, 2013
Now in it's seventh year at DU, the RMBI is one of the leading brass performance and career seminars in the United States featuring an outstanding faculty, enviable facilities, great camaraderie and fun, and available tuition scholarships!
Hosted by the Denver Brass at the University of Denver Lamont School of Music. Designed for serious brass players ages 18 and older
Dorm accommodations only available for ages 18 and older
Application fee: $35 (non-refundable)
Tuition: $775
Tuition scholarships available in amounts up to $500 each**
Enrollment opens January 1, 2013
Limited to 140 participants
Rolling acceptance until capacity is reached
Recommended for high school seniors and up50 Auditor Positions Available*
Auditor Tuition: $295
Daily drop-in rate: $50*Auditors do not participate in ensembles.
**Tuition and scholarships do not cover housing.
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100th Anniversary of the Ludlow Massacre
| Bob Butero, Director
Region IV, United Mine Workers of America
June 3, 2013
 The 100th Anniversary of the Ludlow Massacre is upon us. The massacre occurred on April 20, 1914 in southern Colorado, and the strike started on September 23, 1913. The United Mine Workers of America is planning a series of event to commemorate this tragedy. many academic and labor historian groups have been planning events and speaking engagements on Ludlow.
The UMWA has moved its 2013 Annual Memorial Service, normally held in June, to Sunday, September 22, 2013, to commemorate the start of the strike. The 2014 event will be held the weekend of May 18, 2014, to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Massacre. WE considered April 20, 2014, the date of the tragedy, but that is Easter Sunday. We are planning a prayer vigil that day but the remembrance will be held May 18th. We are also planning a re-enactment of the Mother Jones March in Trinidad in February 2014. The date and time will be announced at a later time.
I am writing to you today not only to invite you to attend these functions, but to ask how Organized Labor can commemorate this event. Men, women and children died in the Ludlow struggle for economic justice. It's my opinion that the greatest tribute we can give them is to use the 100th Anniversary to further their cause.
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UMWA Rallies 5,000 In KY Against Peabody Energy Ending Retirement Benefits
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By Doug Cunningham
Workers Independent News
6/4/2013
United Mine Workers of America President Cecil Roberts. Five thousand coal miners and their supporters rallied in Henderson Kentucky Tuesday demanding justice from Peabody Energy , Patriot and Arch Coal. The UMWA says Peabody is robbing miners of retiree benefits by using bankruptcy law in a scheme to get rid of pension and retiree health care obligations earned by miners who spent decades in the mines.
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Understanding the Need for Full Employment
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06/06/2013
William Spriggs
 Last week, the Social Security Trust Fund report was released. One of its more telling charts was of the trend in Social Security revenue. Social Security revenue comes from a tax on the wages of earners, paid by both employees and employers. So, essentially it tracks the level of employment. Based on the simple trend of revenues from 1990 to 2007, just before the Great Recession started, 2012 revenue would have been $899.4 billion; instead, it was $840 billion. That gap means less money to build up the Social Security Trust Fund than expected. The trustees do not break down the revenue by the age of workers, but based on the dramatically lower employment experience of young workers, the bulk of that gap reflects the lost wages of young people.
That gap also represents another side to the young worker crisis. Of course, a smaller Social Security Trust Fund is a crisis for all of us. But, the gap in earnings of young people also reflects they are not building up the wage record on which their Social Security benefits will be based.
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'American Winter' Film
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Please join us for an evening featuring the Screening of the film 'AMERICAN WINTER.' This should prove to be an informative evening and all Workers and their Families are invited to attend. The purpose of this event is to underscore the plight of America's Working Class and begin conversations to create possible solutions.
Film preview: http://www.americanwinterfilm.com/
Wednesday June 12th, 2013
IBEW Local Union 68
5660 Logan St, Denver
5:30pm Start
Discussion/Forum to follow
Plan on seeing the entire film and then join in the facilitated discussion afterwards. (Please see attached flyer for more.)
The timing of the June 12, 2013 screening is great for several reasons:
1. The families of the documentary are testifying at a House Committee in DC on June 5th, 2013
2. There is a delegation of Wal-Mart workers from San Francisco who have been laid off and will be in Denver at the UFCW Local 7 on Friday May 31, 2013 for a dinner and presentation 6pm at UFCW Local 7 on May 31, 2013. The workers are on the way to Arkansas to address Wal-Mart owners.
3. There will also be an action at a Target Shareholders meeting on June 12, 2013- due to the fact that Target purchased a Canadian company which will result in a layoff of 28000 workers across Canada
4. There is also increased pressure at the Federal level to assure that the Making Homes Affordable Program work for homeowners facing default or foreclosure on their homes.
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COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA & BAND
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Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial
engagements.
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Community Band Seeking New Members
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Our non-profit Mile High Community Band seeks musicians of all ages, teen through adult, and at all levels of accomplishment. 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!
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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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1951 5'2" Baldwin M Baby Grand
Excellent condition, matching bench
$4500 Value for $2000.00
South Denver location
Contact Keith at: kel4warner@aol.com,
303-771-2658
Conn 9D French Horn
Detachable bell. Played four years, purchased new in 2007. Lacquer removed. Excellent condition. Conn detachable bell case included. Worth $3500 or more new, selling for $2600. I will think about an offer. Being cleaned now at Flescher Hinton, with one small ding it will be like new. I get it back on 6/5/13. Call Sara Keene, 303-742-9205 please do not call before 10 am, up until 11 pm is okay or email me at skeene89@Hotmail.com
New Music Books (Real Books).
Call Henry Gentile @ 303-433-4123. Address: 2920 Fenton, Room 27-C, Wheatridge, CO
1965 Baldwin Acrosonic piano.
Originally purchased in ND, moved to CO in 1997. It has only lived in 2 homes. Tuned for the first 5 years or so when it came here, but it hasn't been played much at all since then. Asking price: $200 cash. Interested parties are welcome to see and try it. Piano bench included. Call 303/696-2147
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 ˝ 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
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
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
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MEMBER BUSINESSES & SERVICES
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Marti Henry
Keller Williams Advantage Realty
303-954-9143
303-335-6247 cell
Find all Denver Homes:
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
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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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