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July 4, 2013
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Happy Independence Day!
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Happy Independence Day!
The DMA office will be closed July 4 in celebration of Independence Day. The office will be open on July 5th from 9am to 1pm.
Please Note:
Membership dues for the 3rd quarter (July-September 2013) 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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Omaha Symphony's Economic Impact Hits High Note
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July 02, 2013
The Omaha Symphony has generated an accumulative economic impact of $45 million in Douglas County during the past five years, according to a new study.
The Omaha Symphony and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Bureau of Business Research today announced the results of the study, including an impact of $22.52 million in labor income paid to an estimated 161 workers in the five-year period ending June 30, 2012. During that same time, the symphony's economic impact on the state of Nebraska (outside Douglas  County) was $36.95 million, including $17.87 million in labor income.
Last year alone, officials said the Omaha Symphony's economic impact was $8.88 million in Douglas County, including $4.47 million in labor income paid during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.
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45% Fewer Professional Working Musicians Since 2002
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Artists For An Ethical and Sustainable Internet
May 21, 2013
Of course there will always be people to nit pick the numbers, to argue and quibble about the Bureau Of Labor Statistics (BLS) methodology. It may be impossible to estimate the exact effect of unethical internet exploitation, but the trend is definite.
Those who debate the exact numbers are using that to delay action. Their job is similar to the commentators and 'scientists' funded by oil companies' to deny global warming or say it needs "more study."
The Bureau Of Labor Statistics is an agnostic government agency, not the RIAA.
It is also important to note that these cuts are made from the bottom up, not the top down. It is the struggling and middle class musician that gets hurt first. The difference between "making a living, making music" or not is represented in these numbers.
We should also like to point out that while musicians are making less money, those in Silicon Valley are making more money. Jaron Lanier says that "the internet destroyed the middle class" and we can see for ourselves that through the systematic process of removing the cost of labor from their offerings the elite few, are making more money, while everyone else is doing more of the work.
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The Average iTunes User Purchases $12 Worth of Music a Year...
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Thursday, June 20, 2013
by Paul Resnikoff
If this was writing on the wall before, it's now a giant, pornographic mural on the largest billboard in town. According to research just published by Asymco analyst Horace Dediu, the average iTunes user now spends just $12 on music, a year, down from $42 five years ago.
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In the Deep South, hope and help for children in need comes in the shape of violins and cellos
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By Deborah Hastings / NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
June 29, 2013
In the Deep South, in an Alabama town where the civil rights movement erupted and endured, disadvantaged children are being given hope and help, one stringed instrument at a time.
For 10-year-old Heaven Thrasher, both arrived in the form of a brand new cello, a contraption she knew nothing about.
But when the Montgomery Music Project came to her elementary school, Heaven was mesmerized by the the sweet, deep sounds emanating from an instrument nearly as tall as her.
"She just fell in love with it," says her mother, Michelle, a disabled single mom who struggles to raise four children.
"We have very little income," Thrasher said, and she knew she couldn't afford music lessons.
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Interim CEO and musician to share leadership of N.J. Symphony Orchestra
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June 26, 2013
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NEWARK - Stung by its recent hiring blunder, the board of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra has tapped two insiders - including a former vice president who has been with the organization since 1989 - to lead the state's largest musical ensemble.
Acting principal oboe player James Roe will be president and CEO, and interim president and former vice president Susan Stucker will become COO, the orchestra announced. The pair, selected by a search committee working since March, will begin their new jobs July 1.
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In This Issue
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| Happy Independence Day! | | Omaha Symphony's Economic Impact | | 45% Fewer Professional Working Musicians Since 2002 | | Average iTunes User Purchases $12 Worth of Music a Year | | Hope and help for children in need comes in the shape of violins and cellos | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Denver Municipal Band Free Summer Concerts | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orch, 7/4 | | Music in the Mountains, July 7 | | Colorado Chamber Players, 7/9 | | Harry Tuft & Dick Weissman, 7/17 | | Neil Bridge 7+, 7/18 | | Dale Bruning and Jude Hibler, 7/19 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Sangre de Cristo Arts Center - Search for Executive Director | | Wyoming Symphony Auditions for Principal Trombone & Tuba | | Colorado Ballet Auditions for Bassoon/Contrabassoon, 7/11 | | Opening for Part-time Orchestra teacher | | Keyboard Player Needed for 7/13, 7/18 & 8/3 | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Summer Course in the Alexander Technique, 7/13 | | 2013 Rafael Mendez Brass Institute | | LABOR & POLITICS | | 19 Firefighters Killed Battling Arizona Wildfire | | Higher Education ?$?$ | | DU Draws Heat for Plan to Present Bush with 'Improving Human Condition' | | The Ultimate Union Beer List | | Tough day at work? You'll enjoy this | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Arapahoe Philharmonic Auditions | | Littleton Symphony Openings for Tuba, all Strings | | Lakewood Symphony Auditions for all Strings, Substitutes | | Community Band Seeking New Members | | Metro Community Band Openings | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | DSA...Saxophone... "BOOT CAMP"...7/15-19 | | Stamps String Quartet Scholarship | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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Denver Municipal Band Free Summer Concerts
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 The Denver Municipal Band is the oldest professional concert band in the continental United States.
The Denver Municipal Band was founded in the late 1860s by Alex Sutherland, bugler at the "Charge of The Light Brigade." Surviving the ordeal, he settled in Denver where he was active in many of the city's early musical activities. Originally constituted as the GAR Post Band,it performed early municipally funded concerts throughout the 1870s and80s, changing its name to the Denver Municipal Band in 1891 when it began its continuous history of Denver Municipal Funding.
Upcoming Concerts
July 04, 7:30 PM - The Concert Band for a patriotic festival at Washington Park
July 13, 7:30 PM - The Concert Band at Southmoor Park
July 14, 5:00 PM - Grant Ranch Park DMB Jazz combo
July 14, 7:30 PM - Concert Band at Washington Park
July 15, 10:00 AM - The DMB Brass at the Forney Museum for Mayor Hancock's State of the City Speech
July 18, 7:30 PM - The Concert Band accompanies Summit Brass soloists at the Gates Concert Hall, the University of Denver
July 20, 6:00 PM - The DMB Wind Festival with three additional bands and civil war cannon for a combined performance of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture at Clement Park
July 21, 7:30 PM - The DMB Jazz Band at Washington Park
Full Concert Schedule
www.dmamusic.org/dmb
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Click here for Red Rocks information including hours, maps, and directions.
Sean O'Loughlin, conductor
Josh Groban is an internationally renowned singer, songwriter and actor whose baritone voice is instantly recognizable and unparalleled among his peers. His latest album All That Echoes debuted at #1 on the Billboard Album Chart making it the first #1 debut of his career. He has entertained fans across the globe with his multiplatinum albums and DVDs, electrifying live performances, and comedic film and television appearances.
*Tickets: All ticketing for this performance is through Ticketmaster.
Price Level 1: $125.00 + $15.45 fees = $140.45
Price Level 2: $79.50 + $12.85 fees = $92.35
Price Level 3: $59.50 + $12.40 fees = $71.90
Click here to purchase tickets directly through Ticketmaster.
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Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
Leonard Barrett, Jr., vocals
Karl Fenner, principal bass
The Colorado Symphony celebrates the tradition of the Boston Pops summer concert with it's exciting and accessible mix of light classics and popular hits! This festive tribute features local vocalist Leonard Barrett, Jr. singing Nat King Cole tunes and a solo performance by principal bassist Karl Fenner.
Click here to purchase tickets directly through the Arvada Center.
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Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
Leonard Barrett, Jr., vocals
Karl Fenner, principal bass
The Colorado Symphony celebrates the tradition of the Boston Pops summer concert with it's exciting and accessible mix of light classics and popular hits! This festive tribute features local vocalist Leonard Barrett, Jr. singing Nat King Cole tunes and a solo performance by principal bassist Karl Fenner.
Click here for more information about the Lone Tree Arts Center.
Note: This performance is SOLD OUT!
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***This concert will be performed RAIN OR SHINE.***
Returning for a third summer, this Colorado Symphony summer tradition celebrates the music of John Williams and other film and television composers. Featuring music from films such as Star Wars, Spider-Man, Jurassic Park and the Colorado premiere of the complete Downton Abbey Suite, plus music from other iconic films and TV shows. An evening of your favorite movie and television music under the stars at Red Rocks hits the perfect notes for a fun night out for all ages.
Click here for Red Rocks information including hours, maps, and directions.
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orch, 7/4
| Colorado Springs' biggest summer event is tonight at Memorial Park. Celebrate July 4 with the Philharmonic, fireworks, and more!
Tonight, July 4 only: A grand relaunch of Colorado Springs' traditional "Fabulous Fourth" celebrations, the evening will include food, drink, and fun for the whole family. Concludes with thunderous fireworks over Memorial Park.
Thomas Wilson conductor
Dan Fosha vocals
Craig Walter Band opening act
Free and open to the public
Food, drink, and beer at 5:00 pm
Craig Walter Band at 5:30 pm
Colorado Springs Philharmonic at 7:30 pm
Parking on streets in surrounding neighborhoods
Additional information at the Summer Symphony website
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Music in the Mountains: Faculty Concert Series, July 7
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Rocky Ridge Music Center continues its 72nd season of Music in the Mountains Sunday, July 7 @ 3 p.m. featuring artist faculty from the Young Artist Seminar. We invite the public to bring a picnic basket to enjoy on the Rocky Ridge grounds. Gates open at 2 p.m.
2013 Summer Concerts are generously sponsored by the Boulder Piano Gallery and Kawai Piano.
 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
*Complete Music in the Mountains summer program available online www.rockyridge.org/concerts/concerts.htm
Program and performers subject to change. Read about the performers...
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Colorado Chamber Players, 7/9
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Colorado Chamber Players performs on July 9th, 8:00 p.m.
Concerts Under the Stars
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University of Northern Colorado, Garden Theatre
10th Avenue at 18th Street, Greeley
970-351-2993 for more information
FREE CONCERT, bring a blanket and a picnic, close your eyes and enjoy some wonderful chamber music, all under the stars!
Music ofTelemann, Vivaldi, Dvorak, Mark Carlson, Mozart, Gordon Jacob, Mark O'Connor, and Astor Piazzolla
Artists:
Paul Primus, Margaret Soper Gutierrez, Barbara Hamilton, Jeffrey Watson
Featuring Paul Nagem, Flute
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Harry Tuft & Dick Weissman, 7/17
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It's Summer again, and again Swallow Hill has invited Dick Weissman and me to perform in the Shady Grove at Four Mile House along the Cherry Creek East of Colorado Boulevard.
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Wed. July 17th at 6:30pm. It's a lovely setting, and at 6:30 even a hot day begins to cool. No advance tickets are necessary, just come with a blanket or low chair and a picnic if you wish, and we'll try to keep you engaged for a few hours. There's more information at www.swallowhillmusic.org. Hope to see many of you there.
Cheers, Harry
Please note new e-mail address:
denverfolklore@gmail.com.
Harry M. Tuft
Denver Folklore Center
1893 South Pearl St.
Denver, CO 80210
303-777-4786
www.denverfolklore.com
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Neil Bridge 7+, 7/18
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JazzFest: 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
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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.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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Sangre de Cristo Arts Center - Search for Executive Director
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National Search for new Executive Director
(PUEBLO, Colo.-July 1, 2013) After extensive development of a national campaign, the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center will launch the search for a new executive director on July 1, 2013.
A committee composed of both members of the Arts Center Board of Trustees and Arts Center staff has led the development portion of the search. In addition, the board has secured the services of Denise Clark, a non-profit consultant from Denver, to assist in the search process. Board President Steve Miller stated "Denise's client list includes many organizations throughout the state and her effective expertise in board development and strategies has made her an exceptional partner in this search endeavor. She will work in concert with our interim executive director Linda Boedeker."
A public meeting has been scheduled for July 9, 2013 at 5:30 pm at the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center for anyone who is interested in learning about the executive search process. The meeting will be held in the Magic Carpet Theater in the Buell Children's Museum. All community members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Interested parties may apply for the executive director position through July 29, 2013 on the Arts Center's website at www.SangredeCristoArts.orgContact: Linda Boedeker, Interim Executive DirectorEDSearch@sdc-arts.org | 719-295-7209
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Wyoming Symphony Orch Auditions for Principal Trombone & Tuba
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 Wyoming Symphony Orchestra Announces Openings for the Following Positions:
PRINCIPAL TROMBONE
PRINCIPAL TUBA
Audition Date: Saturday, August 24, 2013
Audition Time: Afternoon, specific times to be assigned after application deadline
Audition Location: TBA, Casper, WY
Application Deadline: Friday, August 9, 2013
To request an audition, please email a one-page resume including current address, email and phone information, by Friday, August 9 to wysomanager@gmail.com
For additional information, including repertoire, please contact Lindsey Bird Reynolds, Personnel Manager, at the email above.
Please Note: The DMA has no agreement with the WSO regarding wages or working conditions
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Colorado Ballet Auditions for Bassoon/Contrabassoon, 7/11
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This is a contract position 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 July 11, 2013 at the Denver Musicians Association, 1165 Delaware St, Denver. To apply please email a one-page resume to Steve Simpson, Personnel Manager at steve.simpson@yahoo.com. Complete information will be provided upon receipt of resume.
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Opening for Part-time Orchestra teacher
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Part-time Orchestra teacher needed for a thriving elementary program in Castle Rock. Classes meet before school and are part of the CVEIM program, an outreach of the Colorado Chamber Orchestra. Contact Debbie Davidson-Stanfill, d.davidsonstanfill@comcast.net if interested. |
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Keyboard Player Needed for 7/13, 7/18 & 8/3
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 Deja Blu Dance Band is looking for a talented, versatile keyboard player for July 13th, July 18th, August 3rd and September 28th.
We are looking for: - A talented & versatile keyboard/organ player who can cover a wide range of genres. We get requests to learn anything from country, classic rock and Motown to Top 40.
- A male with years of stage experience who is a quick learner. Stage presence is important.
- The gigs are weddings, corporate events, summer festivals and private parties.
- This is a part time job- a great fit for someone with a flexible job who would like the extra income. It's very good money
- Vocal ability is a plus. We would ultimately like someone who can cover some lead vocals and background harmonies.
Please contact: Liz Valles
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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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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: $50*Auditors do not participate in ensembles.
**Tuition and scholarships do not cover housing.
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19 Firefighters Killed Battling Arizona Wildfire
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7/01/2013
Mike Hall
 Nineteen Arizona fire fighters, 18 from an elite wildfire unit, were killed Sunday in an out-of-control blaze about 80 miles north of Phoenix. The members of the Prescott Fire Department's Granite Mountain Interagency Hotshot Crew team were dispatched to the front lines of the Yarnell Hill fire to establish a fire line to try to slow fire that reportedly had wind-driven flames as high as 20 feet.
Says AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka:
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of the brave heroes we lost in Arizona. It is a terrible tragedy even for the heroes who willingly put their life on the line every day for our safety."
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Higher Education ?$?$
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By Rod Taylor
All Around Seniors
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So here we are, getting ready to make the big jump from high school to college and many hopeful, would be students are finding out that, as of 7/1/2013, interest rates on college loans are jumping from 3.4% to 6.8%!
For that wonderful news we owe our thanks to the inability of our political whiz kids in Washington D.C. to do anything about holding college loan rates in line. Loan interest rates which many feel are already too high, are going to be exactly double.
Is it my imagination or does Congress seem to be intent on letting things that might help our kids out just the tiniest little bit go to hell in a hand basket? They're not getting any breaks on tuition or books or living accommodations or anything else that I can think of, and now this? Why the hell would you want to bury yourself in debt to get a better education when you're going to have to spend half of the rest of your life working two jobs just to pay for it?
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www.allaroundseniors.com
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DU Draws Heat for Plan to Present Bush with 'Improving Human Condition' Award
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University's Korbel School of International Studies selected former president for honor at
By Andrea Tudhope
The Colorado Independent
July 03, 2013
 Hundreds of students, staffers and alumni are protesting the University of Denver's decision to honor former President George W. Bush with an award traditionally recognizing recipients for their work on behalf of humanity.
"It's been mostly just a lot of surprise," Seth Masket, associate professor of Political Science said of the award to be bestowed by the University's Josef Korbel School of International Studies.
"Why Korbel sought out to do this and honor Bush in this way - it all seems very unusual."
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The Ultimate Union Beer List
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 Each time you buy a union beer, you're helping support good middle class American jobs. Thousands of union members of all over North America produce quality beer and do so while earning fair wages and good benefits. These members belong to unions such as the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), the International Association of Machinists and Allied Workers (IAMAW), the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), the United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), and Operating Engineers and Stationary Engineers (IUOE).
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Ever had a tough day at work? You'll enjoy this
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It's a great new video that might remind you of where you work-but with a hilarious twist. And it will help you think in a new way about the best way to fix your job.
Watch the video-and share it.
I bet you know somebody else who's having a tough time with their boss, their pay or their schedule. Pass the video along to them-they'll get a laugh, but we hope they'll also be inspired to step up themselves and make it better.
Watch, groove, share.
In solidarity,
Chris Stergalas
Online Organizer
Working America
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COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA & BAND
Note:
Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial
engagements.
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Arapahoe Philharmonic Auditions
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Arapahoe Philharmonic announces the following auditions for 2013-2014:
August 10, 2013
Principal Second Violin (Assistant Concertmaster)
Acting Principal Trumpet
(both paid positions
August 24, 2013
Section Auditions:
Percussion
Strings
Substitute Positions:
Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion
(section and substitute positions unpaid)
Both audition dates to be held at South Suburban Christian Church, 7275 S. Broadway, Littleton, CO 80122
Please visit www.arapahoe-phil.org for information on audition times and requirements, upcoming season literature and schedule, and our performance venue. Please phone AP Office at 303-781-1892 for audition appt
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Littleton Symphony Openings for Tuba, all Strings
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 The Littleton Symphony has openings for Tuba and all strings for the 2013/14 season. Orchestral experience required. The orchestra performs a demanding repertoire under Music Director Jurgen de Lemos, an accomplished and internationally acclaimed musician and conductor. Please contact Bobbi Jones 303 989 4727 or bobbi_jones@comcast.net
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Lakewood Symphony Auditions for all Strings, Substitutes
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Lakewood Symphony is holding auditions for all section strings, especially violin and viola. Also, we are auditioning for subs in all 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. Go to our website at www.lakewoodsymphony.org and see the box "Join the Orchestra," then click on the red button, fill in the blanks, and hit the Submit button. We'll get back to you with further information.
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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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DSA Saxophone... "BOOT CAMP" 7/15-19
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Denver School of the Arts
The Saxophone Boot Camp, directed by Dr. Luis Zuniga and Dr. Josh Quinlan, provides an opportunity for saxophonists to spend a week of intensive study with a distinguished faculty of performers and teachers. Students will participate in daily master classes and seminars focusing on technique, solo repertoire, saxophone quartet, large saxophone ensemble, transcribing, history, and practicing strategies workshops. Faculty includes: Dr. Andrew Stonerock (Casper College, Wyoming), Dr. Josh Quinlan (Denver School of the Arts, University of Colorado Boulder), Dr. Luis Zuniga (Denver School of the Arts, Regis University).
Additional master classes will be taught by Professor Tom Myer (University of Colorado, Boulder), Dr. Grant Larson (University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire) and Tim Glesmann, saxophone technician and owner of Sax Alley, saxalley.comProgram Information
Program length: 5 days
Session dates: Monday, July 15th to Friday, July 19th, 2013
Tuition: $500
Hours: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Location: Denver School of the Arts, 7111 E. Montview Blvd, Denver, CO 80220
Final Concert: Friday, July 19th at 1:00 PM. DSA Campus, open to the public, free admission.
Registration: Please contact Dr Luis Zuniga at dsaxstudio@gmail.com or call 786-521-5487. Space is limited so please contact Dr. Zuniga regarding registration.
Additional Information: Lunch will be provided daily. Students should arrive 15 minutes or so before camp starts each day and have someone there to pick them up right at 2:00 PM.
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Stamps String Quartet Scholarship, University of Miami
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Attention High School String Players, now in their Senior Year
The Frost School of Music, University of Miami (Coral Gables) is looking for four string students to fill position in the Stamps String Quartet beginning in teh Fall of 2014.
The award will include full tuition, room and bord for four years.
The Bergonzi String Quartet, in residence at UM, will be in Colorado, performing on the prestigious Grand County Concert Series on August 9, and will be pleased to meet with interested students. A preliminary audition can be arranged at this time as well.
Ross Harbaugh, Cello(rossharbaugh
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| FOR SALE OR RENT / MISC. |
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
 Price lowered to $2,000. for an additional $400 I will include the Lawson FB 210 leadpipe.
I have played with this 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 $2000. 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
, 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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