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October 26, 2013
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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING, 10/29 & 11/18
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 Food & Beverages Available Tuesday, October 29, 5:00 PM
AGENDA:
Continue the dialogue that began at our 9/23/13 meeting regarding pending dues increases.
* Discuss alternate proposal for increasing periodic dues that would include the AFM's $10 Per Capita Dues increase.
* Discuss alternate proposal for work dues increases, e.g., 3% to 3.25% on casual word dues and 2% to 2.25% on CBA's.
* Discuss bylaw changes that may result in cost savings, e.g., move periodic audits to 4-year cycle.
No formal action will be taken at this meeting.
Monday, November 18, 7:00 PM
AGENDA:
* Vote on any proposed dues increases that may have evolved with member support from our 9/23 and 10/29 meetings. Details will be published in the next issue of the
Denver Musician.
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Please Attend Meeting to Plan for Denver World Music Day Celebration, 10/28
| On Monday, October 28, 2013 at 7:00 PM the Denver Musicians Association will be hosting a consortium of musicians and concerned parties for a meeting to address a proper celebration of World Music Day on June 21. Cities around the world celebrate music on this day, coordinated annually with the summer solstice.
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Make Music Denver, 6/21/2013.
Mainstage overlooking Glenarm St. at 5pm with no audience. DDP's decision to drop Make Music Denver Day is self-evident.
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For the past two years, a parallel event called Make Music Denver was sponsored by the Downtown Denver Partnership and has paid the musicians nothing, while asking the musicians to sign a contract that doesn't even allow the musicians to accept tips or payment. The purpose of the meeting is to explore how to change this dynamic, including the possibility of producing our own Make Music Denver day that properly respects the musicians.
We hope this will be the first in a series of meetings. The meetings are open to everyone: union, non-union, musicians, artists, concerned citizens and supporters of the arts. The DMA is located at 1165 Delaware, Denver, CO 80204. There is free parking in the rear of the building and on the street. We will meet in the large rehearsal room in the basement. Feel free to call or email us with questions and concerns. Hope to see you there!
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Colorado Springs Philharmonic conductor Lawrence Leighton Smith dead at 77
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By Jen Mulson
Published: October 25, 2013
One of Colorado Springs Philharmonic's beloved conductors put down his final baton on Friday.
Lawrence Leighton Smith, music director since 2002, died under hospice care from complications due to Binswanger's Disease, a form of dementia. He was 77 years old.
"It's part of my journey," Smith said in an interview with The Gazette's T.D. Mobley-Martinez in 2011. "Thank God there's no pain. ... I know what's going to happen (with the disease). I say, bring it on."
Beethoven's "Symphony No. 9" was his last performance with the orchestra in April 2011. The 2010-2011 season was his 11th in Colorado Springs. He joined the orchestra in 2002, when it was known as the Colorado Springs Symphony. In 2003, the orchestra filed for bankruptcy. Smith made waves during that tumultuous time.
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New York Philharmonic and Bravo! Vail Extend Residency Through 2017
| Bravo! Vail and the New York Philharmonic jointly announced a three-year extension of the Orchestra's annual summer residency through the summer of 2017. The Philharmonic has been performing at Bravo! Vail since 2003.
In addition to giving concerts at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail, the New York Philharmonic's residency activities will now include a statewide concert broadcast on Colorado Public Radio. Philharmonic musicians will be invited to perform in a variety of concerts, including Bravo! Vail's acclaimed chamber music series and the Silver Oak and Twomey series, where classic works are juxtaposed with contemporary pieces.
During the upcoming 12th-annual residency at Bravo! Vail, the Philharmonic, under the direction of Music Director Alan Gilbert, will be featured in six outdoor concerts at Vail's Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater from July 18 to July 25, 2014. Stay tuned for program details.
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Taking the Pulse in 2013: Artists and Health Insurance survey results
| Future of Music Coalition
Kristin Thomson and Jean Cook
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
In July and August 2013, Future of Music Coalition (FMC) and the Artists' Health Insurance Resource Center (AHRIC) conducted an online survey of US-based artists about their access to health insurance.The survey found that, of the 3,402 artist respondents, 43 percent do not currently have health insurance. This is more than double the national estimate of 18 percent uninsured (ages 0-64), as calculated by the Kaiser Family Foundation.[1]
Of those respondents who do have health insurance (N=1927), 39 percent said they are paying for coverage themselves. This is over six times greater than the estimated 6 percent of the general population that pays for private, non-group insurance, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.[2]
Of uninsured respondents, the vast majority - 88% - say that the primary reason that they don't have insurance is that they can't afford it.
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Chicago Symphony reports small deficit, record ticket sales and fundraising
| October 24, 2013
John von Rhein
Chicago Tribune
While other U.S. symphony orchestras are buffeted by budget shortfalls, declining attendance, labor unrest and other problems, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra continues on a steady financial course.
The orchestra's parent body, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association, reported record-breaking fundraising for a third consecutive year, along with record ticket sales, in the financial statement for fiscal year 2013 released at its annual meeting late Wednesday afternoon.
"The overall message is, we are a strong and healthy organization, both artistically and financially," CSO Association President Deborah F. Rutter said earlier in the day.
Although operating revenues of $73.6 million were up more than 2 percent over the previous year, operating expenses totaled $73.8 million, resulting in an operating deficit of $169,000. The red ink was minor compared with the $1.3 million deficit the association reported in fiscal 2012, and the $927,000 deficit incurred in 2011.
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In This Issue
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| GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS, 10/29 & 11/18 | | Meeting to Plan for Denver World Music Day Celebration | | Lawrence Leighton Smith dead at 77 | | NY Phil Extends Vail Residency Through 2017 | | Artists and Health Insurance survey. | | Chicago Symphony reports small deficit, record ticket sales | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Laurie Dameron, Environmental Presentations in Oct. | | Colorado Chamber Players, 10/28 & 10/29 | | Colorado Chamber Orch Presents Microstock 8, 11/9 | | Ed Battle, 11/10 | | Neil Bridge Jazz Trio, 11/10 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | Boulder Philharmonic Auditions | | Keyboard/Organ player needed | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Become a Certified Music Practitioner | | Lamont School of Music Summer Academy 2014 | | KUVO on Wednesdays, 7-10 PM with Doug Crane | | Instrument Drive for Logos School in Cambodia | | LABOR & POLITICS | | After 90 Days....?? | | What is the Scott Walker Administration Wrong About Now? | | Employee Paid Sick Days? | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Arapahoe Philharmonic Announces Auditions for 2014 | | 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 | | GYBO Auditions (10/28) & Concert (11/3) | | Orff-Schulwerk Association Free Concerts, 11/14-16 | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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Colorado Symphony Orchestra
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Bride of Frankenstein with Orchestra and
Young Frankenstein presented by Arrow Electronics
2013/14 Pops Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
A plague has infected the Colorado Symphony musicians! Zombies will take the stage as The Undead Orchestra to perform the original movie score from James Whales' 1935 classic horror film Bride of Frankenstein for this special Symphony at the Movies, followed by a special showing of Mel Brooks' classic comedy Young Frankenstein -- just for zombie kicks. Please note that Young Frankenstein will be presented without live orchestration.
Halloween Spooktacular!
Joseph Young, conductor
A family tradition of the not-too-scary-sort, this concert features music from the Harry Potter movies as well as a few surprises! Be sure to dress up for the Halloween festivities and witness the zany costumes the Colorado Symphony musicians create. Some of our young concertgoers will be invited on stage to show off their costumes as well!
Sun 10/27/13 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Halloween Spooktacular! More Information Purchase
2013/14 Masterworks Series
Passport to Paris In partnership with the Denver Art Museum
Douglas Boyd, conductor
Brook Ferguson, flute
Basil Vendryes, viola MOZART Symphony No. 31 in D major, "Paris" DEBUSSY Syrinx (for flute alone) IBERT Concerto for Flute BERLIOZ Harold in Italy
This celebration of French music, art and life is the first in a partnership with the Denver Art Museum's Passport to Paris exhibition. The City of Light inspired many of the great composers, including Mozart, whose Symphony No. 31 opens this Parisian program. Colorado Symphony Principal Flutist Brook Ferguson takes an elegant solo turn on Debussy's Syrinx and Ibert's Concerto for Flute, while Principal Violist Basil Vendryes animates Berlioz's Harold in Italy.
Claude Monet, The Beach at Trouville, 1870. Oil on canvas; 21 1/4 x 25 1/2 in. Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art; The Ella Gallup Sumner and Mary Catlin Sumner Collection Fund..
Fri 11/1/13 7:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Passport to Paris More Information Purchase
Sat 11/2/13 7:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Passport to Paris More Information Purchase
Sun 11/3/13 2:30PM Boettcher Concert Hall Passport to Paris More Information Purchase
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Laurie Dameron, Environmental Presentations in October/Nov
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"What Can I Do?" Multimedia Environmental Presentation
Oct 26th 11 am NCAR (National Center for Atmospheric Research) Super Science Saturday
Nov 7 6:30 pm REI Boulder 1789 28th St Boulder, CO 80301
This is a 60 minute educational keynote presentation to raise awareness on environmental issues featuring the photography of renowned John Fielder, Karl Snyder and live music of Laurie Dameron. It includes two trailers of award-winning documentaries and shares information that inspires little lifestyle changes we can take immediate action on that will make a BIG difference in reducing our Carbon Footprint at a critical time in our history.
This is a fun way for people to get inspired to be better stewards of this beautiful planet Earth we live on. There are a lot of important issues around environmental issues out there at this time but this presentation shows how we can take ACTION...actually DO something to offset the damage we have done. More Information |
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Colorado Chamber Players, 10/28 & 10/29
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 Revolutionary Times: Haydn and Washington is coming to Denver!
A wonderful field trip awaits at Four Mile Historic Park-
October 28th and 29th
Four Mile Historic Park hosts the Colorado Chamber Players
The Colorado Chamber Players is thrilled to present an exciting music, theatre and history performance at Four Mile Historic Park in October 2013. Revolutionary Times: Haydn and Washington is a wonderfully zany program about the Colonial Era, George Washington, fiddle tunes, and string quartet music of Franz Josef Haydn. Washington and Haydn were born in the same year (1732), lived on different continents, but shared many things in common.
CCP musicians perform alongside two actors with an original script by Josh Hartwell of Buntport Theatre, and are facilitated by Four Mile Historic Park staff. Actors Lindsey Pierce and Brian Landis Folkins will appear as Washington, Haydn, Therese Keller, Martha Washington, colonialists, King George, and Mozart, along with the CCP string quartet.
This unique educational program will occur on two days only, onsite at Four Mile Historic Park in Denver:
Monday October 28th and Tuesday October 29th, 2013
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Colorado Chamber Players, 10/28 & 10/29
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On Saturday, Nov. 2 at Macky, the Boulder Phil will bring together the CU University Singers, CU University Choir, Boulder Ballet and Frequent Flyers® Aerial Dance in an American musical showcase. From Copland's iconic Appalachian Spring to Mason Bates' atmospheric Rusty Air in Carolina for orchestra and electronics, we'll celebrate the bond between the land and its community through a grand collaboration with these acclaimed dance and choral ensembles.
 Frequent Flyers® Aerial Dance
APPALACHIAN SPRING
SAT., NOV. 2, 7:30 PM
Macky Auditorium, CU-Boulder
Michael Butterman, conductor
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MASON BATES
Rusty Air in Carolina
LEONARD BERNSTEIN
Chichester Psalms
with the CU University Singers and CU University Choir
AARON COPLAND
Suite from "The Tender Land"
with the CU University Singers and CU University Choir
AARON COPLAND
Appalachian Spring
with Boulder Ballet and Frequent Flyers® Aerial Dance
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Colorado Chamber Orch Presents Microstock 8, 11/9
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Saturday, November 9, 2013, 8:00 PM Cameron Church: Microstock 8 with Priya Hariharan, Gregory Sanchez, and and Stickman 19 Tone Power Trio with Neil Haverstick, Mary Stribling, and Thomas A. Blomster (see Microstock 8 page for more details)
WHO: Colorado Chamber Orchestra, Thomas A. Blomster, Music Director. Neil Haverstick, 19 tone guitar. Gregory Sanchez, (Albuquerque) 17 and 19 tone guitars. Priya Hariharan, South Indian (Carnatic) Violin/Vocal.
WHAT: CCO proudly presents Microstock 8, a celebration of microtonal music. With the Stickman 19 Tone Power Trio -
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Mary Stribling, 19 tone bass, Thomas Blomster, batterie.
WHEN: Saturday, November 9, 2013, 8:00 PM
WHERE: Cameron Church, 1600 Pearl Street, Denver, CO 80210
TICKETS: Donations at the door
CONTACT: Thomas A. Blomster, Music Director, Colorado Chamber Orchestra
blomster@cochamberorchestra.org, 303-322-1764
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Ed Battle, 11/10
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For quite some time I have heard many friends bemoan the fact that it seems we only come together anymore at funerals. It is felt by some that we need a place.
Well guess what! The proprietors of a very accessible, well-appointed establishment has offered us a place to give it a shot.
Where: The New Climax Lounge - 2217 Welton Street, Denver When: Sunday, November 10th, 3:00 till 6:00 PM Tickets: $10:00 - Includes food, Jazz Quartet. Cash Bar
Featuring: Ed Battle, Keith Oxman, Jeff Jenkins, Jhon Grigsby, Todd Reid
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Duo Firebird, 11/10
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Fascinating Rhythm
Join us for a unique look at the uses of meter and rhythm through the music of
Bach, Beethoven & Shostakovich
Sunday November 10, 2013, 4 - 5 PM
Saint Paul Lutheran Church, 1600 Grant St Denver CO 80203
Tickets at the door:
General - $15
Student and Senior - $10
Child - $8
Under - 5
for more information call: (303) 766 5324
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Neil Bridge Jazz Trio, 11/10
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 w/ Karen Lee on Vocals, November 10, 2013
Neil Bridge on Piano
Adolph Mares on Bass
Kevin Smith on Drums
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Karen Lee on Vocals
NISSI'S LIVE MUSIC & BISTRO
2675 North Park Drive
Lafayette, CO 80026
303-665-2527
Tickets: $5 in advance $7 at the door
Doors open at 6:30 pm
Performance @ 7:30 pm www.nissis.com
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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
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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Boulder Philharmonic Auditions
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The Boulder Philharmonic announces the following openings. All positions are tenure-track. Per-service rates for the 2013-2014 season are listed below. The Boulder Philharmonic makes a 5% contribution to the AFM Pension Fund and offers approximately 40 services.
For further information on auditions for these positions, including deposit deadlines and audition lists, please visit www.boulderphil.org/about/jobs-a-auditions
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE AUDITIONS FOR SECOND TROMBONE AND BASS TROMBONE
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BASS TROMBONE ($91.95 per service)
--beginning with the 2014-15 season, possibly sooner--
Audition date is October 28, 2013
SECOND TROMBONE ($91.95 per service)
--beginning immediately or with the availability of the winning candidate--
Audition date is November 3, 2013
PRINCIPAL FLUTE ($110.34 per service)
--beginning immediately or with the availability of the winning candidate--
Audition date is January 12, 2014
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL VIOLA ($101.15 per service)
--beginning immediately or with the availability of the winning candidate--
(If a current member of the orchestra is offered this position, there will be a section position available. This section position may then be filled at this audition.)
Audition date is January 12, 2014
SECTION VIOLA ($91.95 per service)
--beginning immediately or with the availability of the winning candidate--
(This position has just been added to the orchestra and has nothing to do with the above possibilities.)
Audition date is January 12, 2014
SECTION CELLO ($91.95 per service)
--beginning with the 2014-15 season--
Audition date is February 23, 2014
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Keyboard/Organ player needed for NYE gig- Broomfield
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 Deja Blu is looking for a quick study who can cover a 4 hour New Year's Eve show. We are a variety dance band whose set list covers a wide range of genres of music. We would be concentrating primarily on 60's, 70's and 80's tunes with a dinner set included. We are a 6 piece band with male/female lead singers, so vocal ability is not necessary but it would be nice if you could lend backup harmonies. We rehearse in Arvada.
We are looking for a well- seasoned musician who knows and has played the majority of tunes on our set list for the night. The ability to step right in with limited rehearsal time is crucial. This gig requires a double-rig and the ability to play horn parts. Please call or email Liz at 303-517-9852 or band@dejabluband.com
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Become a Certified Music Practitioner
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The Music for Healing and Transition Program (MHTP) is the national training program to become a Certified Music Practitioner (CMP). A CMP is a musician who has been trained to play one-on-one by the bedside for patients in healthcare settings. This is a growing and rewarding field where one can "help others" and also be compensated for their time. Many CMPS are employed in various hospitals and healthcare facilities throughout the Denver metropolitan area. Become part of this growing and rewarding field. Sign up today. Please go to our website: www.mhtp.org and download the application or contact Melinda Gardiner, Executive Director. |
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Lamont School of Music Summer Academy 2014
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Summer Academy * June 15 - June 29, 2014
Musical Excellence
Rich Program Diversity
Classical and Jazz Studies
Lifelong Friendships!
An inspiring & motivating pre-college program for ages 14 through 18
Featuring: Outstanding Artist Faculty, State of the Art Facilities, Private Lessons, Master Classes, Chamber Music, Orchestra,
Wind Ensemble, Choir, Music Theatre, Jazz Combos, Modern/ World Music, Recitals, Special Topic Seminars, Theory, Concerto/ Aria Competition, Recreational Activities, and more!
Inviting: Applications from Instrumentalists, Singers, Pianists
and Composers, ages 14 through 18.
Scholarships available to top applicants!
Visit our website for further information at: www.du.edu/lamont/summeracademy
Or contact Mary Beth Barteau Shaffer, Academy Director at:
MaryBeth.Shaffer@du.edu
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KUVO on Wednesdays, 7-10 PM with Doug Crane
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Tune in to KUVO 89.3 FM Denver at 7pm on Wednesdays to listen to "Jazz Beyond Category" with host Doug Crane. Doug is a trombonist and member of teh Denver Musicians Association.
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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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After 90 Days....??
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By Rod Taylor, DMA Member
This week, our Congress treated us all to a brand new gift. Kind of an expensive gift to be sure, but if they say it's a gift...well, if you can't trust your politicians to tell you the truth, who can you trust? It's kind of like the first time your Mom ever tried to get you to eat liver and onions and was still telling you how great it was as you and a mouthful of that liver were headed for the bathroom!
The wonderfulness in all this, is that this little treat they gave us only cost 24 billion dollars and we, the taxpayers, get to pay for it! Was it Andy Griffith that used to say, "folks it just don't get no better'n that!" This academy award winner had a little of everything, greed, lying, cheating, bullying, hypocrisy, avarice, racism and a whole bunch of other adjectives I can't think of at the moment. The greatest part of all is that, like it or not, we stand a real good chance of coming back and doing a repeat performance of this in ninety days. The scarier part of it all is that we just might be witnessing the beginnings of the fracturing and unwinding of our modern day political system.Read On
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What is the Scott Walker Administration Wrong About Now?
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In what amounts to either a stunning misunderstanding about how the judicial system works in the United States or a calculated ploy to try to undermine a legitimate court ruling, labor relations officials in Gov. Scott Walker's (R) administration in Wisconsin attempted to limit a ruling that rebuffed Walker's attack on the collective bargaining rights of school district and municipal workers to only two cities. Officials at the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission (WERC) argued that Dane County Circuit Judge Juan Colas' 2012 ruling applied only to public workers in Milwaukee and teachers in Madison, since those were the original litigants.
Colas said "no" and held WERC in contempt of court for enforcing parts of the law that he previously found unconstitutional. After the previous ruling, Walker and his administration immediately sought to limit the scope of the judge's decision to Milwaukee and Madison and began enforcing it elsewhere. Colas has now issued an injunction against WERC, and hundreds of school district and municipal worker unions will be allowed to negotiate with their employers, something that had been forbidden in most cases under Walker's law.
Colas said, "I think this conduct was nothing more than an attempt to elude the application of a judgment the commissioners knew full well applied," reported Politico.
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Small Business Owner Gives Employees Paid Sick Days.
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World Doesn't End. New Jersey Doesn't Go Bankrupt
Jersey City business owner Steven Kalcanides, who runs Helen's Pizza, invited Mayor Steven Fulop to officially sign the city's new paid sick days ordinance at his restaurant. Kalcanides already has been offering his employees paid sick days and not only has he been able to continue making a profit, his turnover has been very low, with many of his workers staying with him for more than five years.
"As far as I know, it's been working for me," he says. "I don't see it as being the straw that breaks the camel's back on a business." Kalcanides says that the new law is how things should be done. "My business is like my family. Everybody that works for me is like family."
The new ordinance would allow employees at businesses with 10 or more employees to earn one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours they work, up to a maximum of 40 hours per year. The second largest city in New Jersey will join San Francisco; Seattle; Portland, Ore.; Washington, D.C.; and New York City in requiring paid sick days. The state of Connecticut also has a similar requirement. Fulop says the new measure would help bridge the gap between the city's various communities. "I really view this legislation as an important step in that direction." A similar measure was introduced into the state Assembly last spring.
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ORCHESTRA & BAND
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Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial
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Arapahoe Philharmonic Announces Auditions for 2014, 1/4/14
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Jan 04, 2014 (availability for remainder of 2013-2014 season)
Principal Trombone
(paid position)
Section Percussion
(unpaid position)
Application deadline Dec 30, 2013
Auditions to be held at South Suburban Christian Church, 7275 S. Broadway, Littleton, CO 80122
Please visit www.arapahoe-phil.org for information on application, audition times and requirements, our upcoming season literature and schedule, and our performance venue.
Additional information through AP Office at 303-781-1892
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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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GYBO Auditions (10/28) & Concert (11/3)
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GBYO Auditions
Season Premiere Concert GBYO's full-fledged season opener will take place Sunday November 3, 2pm, at Macky Auditorium. Come hear the finest young musicians from Boulder and beyond as they perform Glazunov, Beethoven, Smetana, and the world premiere of a new piece! |
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Orff-Schulwerk Association Free Concerts, 11/14-16
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Free Concerts and Dancing at the
American Orff-Schulwerk Association's Professional Development Conference
November 14 - 16, 2013 * Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center
November 14 - Thursday
11:15 AM - 12:30 - Children's Concerts at Hyatt and Bellco Theater
- Special Event -
8:00 PM - The Many Sides of Orff Concert at Bellco Theater
November 15 - Friday
11:15 AM - 12:30 - Children's Concerts at Hyatt and Bellco Theater
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM - Evening Concerts and Dancing at Hyatt and Bellco Theater
November 16 - Saturday
11:55 AM - 1:00 PM - Children's Concerts at Bellco Theater
8:30 - 10:30 Evening Concert/Dancing at Hyatt |
| FOR SALE OR RENT / MISC. |
9K gold Muramatsu flute.
9K gold head joint and body with sterling silver keyword. Open hole, B foot joint, offset G key. C# trill key and D# roller. Asking price is $19,500. If interested, please contact Cathy at 303.388.7962
Whitney Piano by Kimball, walnut wood, excellent condition: $500, Contact Mary Nichols, musemary@aol.com 720.291.0926
Armstrong Piccolo, excellent condition: $350, Contact Mary Nichols, musemary@aol.com
720.291.0926
Boulder Condo for sale
Live in Boulder, live right across the street from campus. 850 20th Street (20th and Broadway) #202 San Marco North. Close to Basemar and to Chatauqua. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, great balcony on south side. Check it out here: Boulder Condo
Collectible Sheet Music
My name is Reynaldo Vasquez Sr. and I am looking for a good home(s) for collectible sheet music. I have a meeting tomorrow at Global Journey Publishers who is also interested. Call 303-477-8834 if interested.
Planet Accordion - Mint Condition - Never played.
Bought for mother-in-law when ill. Unfortunately was never able to play instrument. Bought in Minneapolis/St. Paul. Apparently, designed in St. Paul, MN. Built in Italy. Has 48 buttons on back. Don't know much else about it. Paid ~$1200. Serious inquires only please. Selling for father-in-law. Would like it to go to someone who can enjoy it and play it as was intended.
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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CAROLE WHITNEY announces the establishment of her CELLO teaching studio in Denver. Carole is the former Assistant Principal Cellist with the New Jersey Symphony, performs each summer with the Santa Fe Opera, and is an active cellist and teacher in Colorado. Her teaching encompasses all ages and levels, beginner thru advanced and professional. She offers private lessons and a specialization in audition mentoring and preparation. Contact her @ 303 443 1359 or whitcello@aol.com
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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