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August 1, 2013
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Member Feature - Michael Carroll
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 Denver musicians remember Michael Carroll as a composer/producer at Communi-Creations, which was one of Denver's preeminent studios in the 1980's. Michael now resides in Oracle, AZ and maintains his DMA membership to this day. Currently, he produces and hosts The Mikie Show - a half hour variety show on public radio in Austin and Indianapolis and worldwide online. Michael also creates the music for the show.
A native of New York, Michael Carroll received a degree in Engineering and then, sensibly, went straight into music. He studied music theory privately with Dale Bruning. He's spent most of the last 25 years in New York City writing original music for advertising and television (The Muppets, Oprah, e.g.) and has at least a dozen citations in New York's Museum of Television and Radio. He continues to write music and does other projects including interactive musical installations in parks and at art events. He was commissioned in 2008 to compose a children's ballet for the City of Yuma and the State of Arizona. He's just finished a book of music for solo piano.
The Mikie Show Podcasts
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New contract signals BSO's faith in Marin Alsop
| Though budget troubles and contract negotiations loom, director has been a definite plus
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By Tim Smith, The Baltimore Sun
11:28 AM EDT, July 29, 2013
Any number of things might happen in or to our world between now and 2021, a year that seems so sci-fi-distant. But one thing can be counted on: Marin Alsop will be music director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra the whole time.
Last week, the BSO announced an extension of Alsop's contract, adding six years to her most recent deal, which was to have expired in 2015.
Assuming all goes as planned, the conductor will have enjoyed a 14-year tenure by the time this new contract expires, making her the second-longest-serving music director since the BSO was founded in 1916 a year less than Sergiu Comissiona (1969-84); a year more than those next in the longevity line, Gustav Strube (1917-30) and David Zinman (1985-98).
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An outpouring of support
| Jul 25, 2013
by Laura Ross, Nashville Local 257 & ICSOM Secretary
For two hours at the AFM convention in Las Vegas on July 24, 2013, the entire AFM community and friends came together to support the Twin Cities Musicians' Union - Local 30-73 AFM, who have offered unflagging support to their two orchestras that have been under attack this past season - the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra that was locked out for 191 days and only recently returned to work, and the Minnesota Orchestra that has been locked out since October 2012.
Because Local 30-73 has been without the support of work dues from those two orchestras and also due to their subsidizing the locked-out orchestras' legal costs, AFM's Locals, AFM Officers, Locals Conferences and Players Conferences, AFM staff, guests - including a generous donation from ICSOM General Counsel Susan Martin, and even the IATSE cameraman filming the live stream of the convention on www.afm.org - stood at the microphone and offered their financial support for the Local as they continue their fight on behalf of the Minnesota Orchestra.
This overwhelming generosity was inspired by a report from Tim Zavadil, chair of the Minnesota Orchestra negotiating committee, on the opening day of convention proceedings.
All totaled, contributions to Local 30-73 came to $70,000.
Should any musician wish to contribute to this cause, check made out to Twin Cities Musicians Union Local 30-73 AFM may be sent to:
Twin Cities Musicians Union, Local 30-73 AFM
708 North First St.
Suite 243
Minneapolis MN 55401-1145
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Join & Support the Theatre Musicians Association
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Dear fellow Theatre Musician:
We all share a passion and dedication to our profession: performing the highest quality musical theatre for audiences in our home cities and across the country. The Theatre Musicians Association (TMA) is dedicated to ensuring live music remains a vital, thriving, and valued part of theatrical musicals now and in the years to come. Our purpose is to serve the needs of musicians who make this possible-whether they are playing on  tour or performing in their home city. What is TMA? The Theatre Musicians Association (TMA) is devoted solely to issues and concerns of theatre musicians. Formed in 1993 to ensure representation within the American Federation of Musicians (AFM), TMA was granted AFM Player Conference status in 1997. As a member of TMA your voice is heard and represented at the negotiating table-both nationally and locally.
In conjunction with the AFM, TMA has accomplished several key goals on behalf of our U.S. and Canadian members. Most Recently TMA:
* Helped eliminate 'Tiers' in the Pamphlet B Contract for Touring Musicians: The new Short Engagement Touring Agreement (SETA) replaces the Alternative Touring Agreement (ATA) in the Pamphlet B contract.
This new four-year contract replaces the five 'tiers' of weekly wages that ranged from $709.16 to $945.54 per week under the ATA. As a member of the bargaining unit, TMA gave the AFM a strong mandate to eliminate the tiers. Under the SETA, there is one weekly scale rate. SETA establishes a new scale: currently $850 for the first year increasing to $900 in the fourth year of the contract.
Other gains in the negotiation include: raised scale and rehearsal rates, increased contribution for healthcare, and the addition of a third "double" for those performing multiple instruments.
* Ensured Pamphlet B is not abused by producers to "get around" local minimums or other obligations: In one recent case, TMA Leadership, along with AFM staff and local Union Officers, fought attempts by producers to sidestep local hiring requirements. In this case, producers attempted to classify an open-ended run as a "touring stop" in order to hire fewer players. This TMA and AFM activism created a total of 16 local hires (instead of the 9 which the producers initially proposed) for over 10 months employment.
* Increased our membership by over 20%
* Welcomed Three New Local Chapters: In August of 2010, TMA established Chapters in Phoenix and Las Vegas, and also elected the chairman of the Broadway Theatre Committee as TMA Director for Broadway. As of March 14, 2013 TMA welcomed its newest Chapter: Washington, DC.
And now . . . we want you to get involved!
TMA Membership dues are tax-deductible and affordable-only $40 for 2012-2013 (some chapters have a modest local dues addition) - and our application is easily accessible online at www.afmtma.org
Plus, it's simple to join online with PayPal and support this crucial work:
*Protecting & Preserving Theatre Jobs
*Ensuring Safe & Harmonious Working Conditions
*Advocating for Increased Scale, Rehearsal Rates, & Healthcare Contributions
*Maintaining Solidarity & Connections with Your Fellow Musicians
TMA's electronic publications - "The Pit Bulletin" and "Pit Bulletin Blasts" - keep members current on issues affecting our livelihood:
* the impact of technology on our work
* healthcare and pension issues
* local and national wage scales
In addition, only TMA members can access current and future itineraries for all AFM touring shows on our secure website: www.afm-tma.org
In these critical times, solidarity is essential-a growing, active TMA membership means effective advocacy, stronger contracts, and a powerful voice in protecting live music in live theatre.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to working together toward our common goals as theatre musicians!
Fraternally,
Tom Mendel, President
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In This Issue
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| Michael Carroll | | BSO extends contract w/ Marin Alsop | | An outpouring of support | | Join & Support TMA | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Denver Municipal Band Free Summer Concerts | | Bill Hill and Friends, 8/2 & 9/6 | | Centerpiece Jazz, 8/3, 8/13, 9/21 | | DuoClassica, 8/17 | | Joe Anderies Quartet, 8/27 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Colorado Symphony Auditions for Section Cello, Asst. Concertmaster | | Opening for Executive Director | | Fort Collins Symphony Auditions, 9/29 | | Wyoming Symphony Orch Auditions, 8/24 | | Colorado Ballet Auditions for Trumpet, 8/29 | | Cheyenne Symphony Auditions, 10/19 | | Opening for Part-time Orchestra teacher | | Keyboard Player Needed | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Memorial Service for Steve Lehn | | Instrument Drive for Logos School in Cambodia | | Denver Music Summit, 11/22-24 | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Day One: Perez on the Job | | Fast-Food Strike Is Biggest Yet | | Koch Bros. .leading Colo. Senate Recall | | Senate Confirms NLRB Nominees | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Colorado Wind Ensemble w/ Pan Jumbies, 8/1 Arapahoe Philharmonic Auditions | | Musica Sacra Chamber Orchestra Auditions, 8/24 | | Arapahoe Philharmonic Auditions, 8/10, 8/24 | | Jefferson Symphony Orchestra Auditions, 8/26 | | 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 | | DYAO National Violin Concerto Competition | | 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 August 4, 7:30 PM - The concert Band at Washington Park
August 6, 7:00 PM - DMB Jazz Combo at Cook Park
August 9, 7:30 PM - The Concert Band followed by fireworks at Sterne Park
August 11, 7:30 PM - Concert Band at Washington Park
August 11, TBD - Cheesman Park DMB jazz combo
August 16, 7:00 PM - DMB Jazz Band at Bates and Hobart Park
August 24, 7:00 PM - The Jazz Band at Mayfair Park
September 7, 6:30 PM - The DMB Jazz Band at Pulaski |
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Bill Hill and Friends, 8/2 & 9/6
|  Concerts at Cherokee Ranch
Aug. 2 6:30-9:30 Cherokee Ranch and Castle
World Music Concert featuring Bill Hill on percussion, didjeridoo, penny whistle, piano, etc., Nadya Hill vocals and violin, Evan Orman on cello, and Colin Hill percussion. Rhythms, instruments, and melodies from Africa, Egypt, the British Isles, Spain, Brazil, etc. This concert has wowed audiences of all ages and will be like nothing you've ever seen.
Sept. 6 6:30-9:30 Cherokee Ranch and Castle
Bill Hill and Friends Jazz/Latin/Fusion
Featured performers are Rich Chiaraluce on saxes, Neil Haverstick on guitar, Dave Hanson keyboards, Ron Bland bass, Nadya Hill vocals, and Bill Hill drums and percussion. Virtuoso performers doing standards and originals including 3 brand new tunes for this year's concert. MonkTrane, inspired by the funkyness of Thelonious Monk and the amazing speed and technical ability of John Coltrane will knock your socks off. Get your tickets early this concert has sold out the last 2 years.
reservations: www.cherokeeranch.org
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Centerpiece Jazz, 8/3, 8/13, 9/21
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 Saturday, August 3, Lakewood Elks, 1455 Newland - 8 to 11 pm Members and guests Joni with Dean Bushnell orchestra
Tuesday, August 13, Riverpointe, 5226 S. Prince - 6 to 8:30 pm
Dance to Dean Bushnell and Joni 303-787-0600
Saturday, September 21, Lakewood Elks, 1455 Newland - 8 to 11 pm
Members and guests Centerpiece Jazz
jonijanak.com edstephen.com
Video clips on jonijanak.com for Joni and Ron
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DuoClassica, 8/17
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DuoClassica is pleased to announce their Summer Concert at Grace United Methodist Church on August 17th, 7:00 pm.
 DuoClassica
Violin: Lydia Sviatlovskaya
Piano: Olga Dashevskaya
presents
Music of Summer
Program: G. Tartini, L. van Beethoven,
G. Gershwin, A. Piazzolla
AUGUST 17, 2013 / Saturday, 7:00pm
Grace United Methodist Church, 4905 E. Yale Avenue, Denver
Tickets at the door: $15 - adults, $10 - children - no credit cards please
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Joe Anderies Quartet with special guest Pat Coil, 8/27
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Special Jazz Event and Reunion Concert
One Night Only - Tuesday, August 27th at 7pm
Joe Anderies Quartet with special guest International keyboardist Pat Coil
Joe Anderies - saxophone, alto flute
Pat Coil - piano
Bijoux Barbosa - bass
Mike Marlier - drum set
Live @ Dazzle Jazz Club and Restaurant - 930 Lincoln St.
A rare visit and performance in Denver with the international pianist, composer and keyboard player Pat Coil. Pat is currently on tour with Michael McDonald (Doobie Brothers) and has performed and recorded with him as well as Amy Black, Lyle Mays, Woody Herman, Boz Scaggs, Natalie Cole and Carmen McRae! Pat and I played together in our college days and have been talking for years about having him out to do a jazz date in Denver. This will be Pat's first Dazzle performance - one show only, so get tickets early for this special reunion concert!
Ticketed Reservations ($12) can be made online at Dazzlejazz.com
(follow calendar link Aug. 27th) or by calling 303-839-5100
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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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Colorado Symphony Auditions for Section Cello, Assistant Concertmaster
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 THE COLORADO SYMPHONYAndrew Litton, Artistic Advisor
Announces auditions for:
Section Cello
(2 tenure track positions)
Audition is scheduled for Monday, September 16th, 2013
Assistant Concertmaster (3rd chair)
(Tenure track position)
Audition is scheduled for Monday, November 18th, 2013
Positions to start at winning candidates' earliest available date.
Highly qualified applicants mail of RAX a one-page resume to:
Larry Brezicka, Personnel Manaer
THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
Boettcher Concert Hall - 1000 14th Street, #15
Dener, CO 80202
FAX 303-293-2649
Application must be received by August 19th, 2013
NO PHONE CALLS or EMAILS
*The Colorado Symphony is an Equal Opportunjity Employer*
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Cheyenne Symphony Announces Opening for Executive Director
| This position consists of multifaceted responsibilities. The successful applicant must demonstrate leadership skills, extensive management, business and fundraising capabilities. Application deadline is 8/7/2013. For a full job description and application directions, please go to www.cheyennesymphony.org. Salary commensurate with experience.
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Fort Collins Symphony Auditions, 9/29
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Fort Collins Symphony Auditions
Section Violin - 4 positions
Principal 1st Violin (2nd Stand outside)
Subtitute Violin
***If a titled position is won by a current FCS member, that section vacancy may be filled (one-year position, possibly permanent)
Sunday, Sept 29, 2013
Audition Time: 10 am
Audition Location: Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures, 200 West Mountain Ave, Fort Collins CO 80521
Application Deadline: Monday, September 16, 2013
The Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra offers approximately 50 services with 15-45 more sold services per season.
The per-service pay scale for regular members of the Fort Collins Symphony:
$85 for Principal
$76 for Assistant Principal
$74 for Section
For more information and to request an audition time for any of the above openings email a ONE PAGE resume
(including current address, email address and phone number) by Monday, September 16, 2013 to:
April Johannesen, Orchestra Personnel Manager
fcsmanager@gmail.com
Communication via email is preferred, but you may also mail to:
April Johannesen, Orchestra Personnel Manager
PO Box 1963
Fort Collins, CO 80522
Please Note: The DMA has no agreement with the WSO regarding wages or working conditions
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Wyoming Symphony Orch Auditions for Principal Trombone, Tuba, Clarinet, 8/24
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 Wyoming Symphony Orchestra Announces Openings for the Following Positions:
PRINCIPAL TROMBONE
PRINCIPAL TUBA
PRINCIPAL CLARINET
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 Trumpet, 8/29
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The audition to fill the vacancy for TRUMPET in the Colorado Ballet Orchestra will be held on Thursday, August 29th at 2:00 p.m.
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.
Location to be announced. 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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Cheyenne Symphony Auditions, 10/19
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The Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra announces auditions for the following openings:
ACTING PRINCIPAL 2nd VIOLIN (1 year vacancy, possible tenure track or offer of another position)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL 1ST VIOLIN
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL 2nd VIOLIN
SECTION VIOLIN
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL VIOLA
SECTION VIOLA
PRINCIPAL CELLO
SECTION CELLO
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL BASS
SECTION BASS(2)
SUBSTITUTE VIOLIN, VIOLA, CELLO and BASS
Section and Substitute pay: $75/service
Assistant Principal pay: $78/service
Principal pay: $84/service
Audition Date: Saturday, October 19, 2013 (violin/viola) and Sunday, October 20, 2013 (cello/bass)
Audition Location:
Laramie County Community College
Fine Arts Building
1400 East College Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82007
Email a ONE PAGE resume by Friday, October 4, 2013 to:
Lindsey Bird Reynolds, Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra Manager at,
chsomanager@gmail.com
Please see the website for more information including audition repertoire: www.cheyennesymphony.org
Please note: The DMA has no agreement re. wages or working conditions with the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra
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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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Deja Blu Dance Band- ISO Keyboard/organ player
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 Deja Blu Dance Band is looking for a talented, versatile keyboard player.
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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Memorial Service for Steve Lehn
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The memorial for Steven Lehn will be held on August 10th at 2:00 PM.
Location: Montview Presbyterian Fellowship Hall, 1980 Dahlia St, Denver Reception at the church afterwards
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Instrument Drive for Logos School in Cambodia
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In partnership with Project Cure, the Denver Rescue Mission and the Denver Musicians Association, DMA members Dan and Anna Leavitt are now in their second year leading an instrument drive to send to the Logos school in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Please click on the accompanying video link to see the incredible impact of this program, and then consider donating any instruments you can spare. All denotations can be left at the Denver Musicians Association (1165 Delaware St, Denver) during business hours, Mon thru Friday from 9am - 4pm.
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Denver Music Summit, 11/22-24
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 The Denver Music Summit will provide metro-Denver musicians business development opportunities to thrive, performances highlighting our vibrant local and national music scene, and networking with music industry professionals. Stay tuned for exciting announcements about performances, professional development opportunities and much more! Registration opens in September. For additional information, please contact Lisa Gedgaudas.
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Day One: Perez on the Job
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Dept. of Labor Newsletter
July 25, 2013
"I'm excited to start this job at such a pivotal moment for working people, our economy, American business and the entire nation. The Department of Labor's mission is as important as ever." That was the "Day One" message from Tom Perez, the nation's 26th secretary of labor. Secretary Perez's first day on the job was Tuesday, July 23. If his first week - which included meetings with agency heads and top staff, visits with stakeholders and departmental partners, and participation in White House events (and even a drop-by to the department's child care center) - is any indication, Secretary Perez intends to be very busy and actively engaged. He made a firm commitment to the department's 17,000 employees, as well as to working families across the nation: "For 100 years, our department has been central to safeguarding and expanding the American dream for working families. As the first Secretary of the department's second century, I will focus every day on creating more opportunity for more people."
* Read the Day One Blog Post
* View the Slideshow
* Learn About Our Mission
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Fast-Food Strike Is Biggest Yet
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7/29/2013
By Mike Hall
In the biggest strike yet in the growing fast-food/low-wage workers' actions demanding a voice, thousands of workers making the minimum wage or just slightly more walked off the job in several cities today, demanding a living wage, no retaliation for striking and the right to join unions.
The walkouts are taking place in Chicago; Detroit; Flint, Mich.; Kansas City, Mo.; Milwaukee; New York City; and St. Louis and include workers from McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's and KFC and from retail stores like Macy's, Victoria's Secret and Dollar Tree. Read On |
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Americans for Prosperity (The Koch Brothers) leading Colo. Senate Recall
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The accompanying photo is a mailer from Americans for Prosperity (The Koch Brothers) that is being distributed in Senate District 11. This is proof that these recall attacks are part of the right wing agenda to hurt working families (as there is no talk about guns). Please do all you can to give time and resources to the campaign.
We need to beat these attacks and show the Koch Brothers that they don't stand a chance in Colorado!
The recall election has been scheduled for Tuesday, September 10th. Ballots will be mailed out on August 19th, so we have a very short time frame to make sure Senator Angela Giron stays in office. We cannot let her down.
To sign up for a shift, please contact Kate Stigberg, kstigberg@coaflcio.org or 303.710.2858
To schedule a shift outside of the listed times, call campaign HQ at 719.285.9720.
Kate Stigberg Affiliate Program Director Colorado AFL-CIO Office: 303.433.2100 ext. 5615 Mobile: 303.710.2858 |
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Senate Confirms NLRB Nominees; Board at Full Strength
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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is now fully staffed and able to continue to function to protect workers' rights after the U.S. Senate today confirmed five members. The votes end a months-long blockade on President Obama's nominees by Senate Republicans who threatened to shut the board down Aug. 27.
AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka says the confirmations are:
Good news for all workers seeking to exercise the rights they are guaranteed by law. Those essential rights include the ability to bargain together for fair wages and living standards and a workplace safe from abuse, harassment and intimidation.
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COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA & BAND
Note:
Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial
engagements.
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Colorado Wind Ensemble w/ Pan Jumbies, 8/1
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ISLAND GROOVES
CenterFest Summer Concert Series
Thursday, August 1 7:30pm
Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities
Outdoor Amphitheater
46901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada 80003
Tickets: $18 premium covered, $15 covered, $10 lawn
Tickets are available at the box office or in advance by phone: 720-898-7200
Purchase tickets online.
The CenterFest Plaza opens at 6:30 p.m. and the performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Shows are performed rain or shine. Concessions, including food, non-alcoholic beverages, beer and wine, are available for purchase or bring your own picnic (no glass containers or alcohol please). Free parking in the Center's lot.
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Musica Sacra Chamber Orchestra Auditions, 8/24
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David Rutherford, Music Director
Announces auditions for the following:
Section 1st Violin
Substitutes for all sections, but particularly: Sub Strings, Sub Horns, Sub Trumpets, Sub Trombones
Saturday, August 24, 2013 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
at Augustana Lutheran Church in Denver
For details, e-mail or call Carrie Beeder, Orchestra Manager
beeder@pcisys.net 303-330-9126
If interested, send resume via e-mail (address above) or mail to:
Carrie Beeder
142 W. Ellsworth Ave.
Denver CO 80223
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Arapahoe Philharmonic Auditions, 8/10 & 8/24
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Arapahoe Philharmonic announces the following auditions for 2013-2014:
August 10, 2013
Principal Second Violin (Assistant Concertmaster)
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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Jefferson Symphony Orchestra
Auditions, 8/26
| The Jefferson Symphony Orchestra will be holding auditions Monday, August 26th 2013 at the Golden First United Methodist Church, 1500 Ford Street, Golden CO beginning at 7PM. There are openings in all string sections. We are also looking to fill the bass clarinet and the fourth french horn position. We will also listen to wind players who are interested in being on the "sub" list. If you are a string player please contact Betty Johnson at jazztrips@aol.com. If you a wind or brass player please contact Liz Hicks-Kimmey at ehkmusic@comcast.net.
Please provide us with a resume or paragraph describing your playing experience. Our conductor, Dr. William Morse, is asking for a slow, expressive excerpt and a fast technical passage not more than 6 minutes along with sight-reading.
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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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DYAO National Violin Concerto Competition
| Announcing
The Second Triennial
DYAO National Violin Concerto Competition
The Denver Young Artists Orchestra (DYAO) is pleased to announce the second triennial DYAO National Violin Concerto Competition. The competition provides an opportunity for a talented young violinist to perform Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 with DYAO, led by music director Wes Kenney, on its four concert international tour of Italy, France, and Spain in June 2014.
To be considered, violinists between the ages of 12 and 23 as of September 1, 2013 should submit a completed application form, a high-quality unedited compact disc recording of the required excerpts from Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 with piano accompaniment, and a $50 non-refundable application fee, in one package, to:
DYAO
Attn: Alex
1245 E Colfax Ave, Ste 302
Denver, CO 80218
The application form and required excerpts may be found on www.dyao.org.
All materials must be received by October 31, 2013.
Prizes: The Grand Prize Winner will receive a $1,000 USD prize and an all-expense paid four concert tour of Italy, France, and Spain performing Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 as soloist with DYAO in June 2014. The Runner-Up will receive a $500 USD prize.
For more information, please visit www.dyao.org
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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 the Fall of 2014.
The award will include full tuition, room and board 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. |
Boulder condo across from campus for sale: CLICK HERE for listing details
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
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
| Your DMA executive board invites you to contact them directly with any concerns, suggestions, etc. that you may have.
President: Pete Vriesenga 303-526-7239 - Pvriesenga@aol.com
Secretary-Treasurer: Adolph Mares 303-423-4748 - ARMares@aol.com
Vice President: Thomas Blomster 303-322-1764 - blomster@dmamusic.org
Executive Board:
Ron Bland 303-935-5099 - RBOBasso@aol.com
Lloyd Bowen 303-424-4508 - sbowenstewart@gmail.com
Gloria Holliday 303-321-0902 - gloriaholliday@comcast.net
Hank Troy 303-703-3550 - hanktroydma@aol.com
Michael Weaver 303-875-4013 - cfsatb@yahoo.com
Denver Musicians Association
Local 20-623 AFM/AFL-CIO
1165 Delaware St.
Denver, CO 80204-3607
Phone: 303-573-1717
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