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March 23, 2014
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Membership Meeting, 3/31
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 Monday, March 31, 5:30 PM New Member Orientation at 5:15 PM
Food & Beverages Available
AGENDA:
Swear-in board member Michael Weaver as DMA Vice-President for the remained of Thomas Blomster's elected term. Regretfully, Thomas tendered his resignation eff. 4/1/14 to pursue career opportunities. A new c ollaboration between the Colorado Symphony Orchestra and the Colorado Rockies. This could be a model business partnership at a time when symphony orchestras are struggling nationwide. The musicians support the effort, but the AFM claims the orchestra is violating national media agreements. Is this something that needs changing? Presentation on features and benefits of DMA's new website ( www.denvermusicians.org) and how to use this powerful tool for networking and promotion. Please note that this site is still under construction.Denver Musicians Association
1165 Delaware St., Denver, CO 80204-3607
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Denver's 'Diamond Empire Band' - a "fraction of the price"
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By Pete Vriesenga
Recall the days of John, Paul, George and Ringo, when individual musicians, each with unique talents came together to form a "band." This product branding served the interests of the consumer as much as it helped to drive the business. Like baseball, it's not uncommon for attendees of a Chicago Symphony concert to identify every member of the brass section, from principal trumpet through section trombone. And, was there ever any doubt that Stan Getz and Zoot Sims both played tenor for Woody Herman in the original "four brothers" sax section of 1947?
Accomplished, professional musicians continue this great legacy while performing weddings and events as a substantial portion of their livelihood. Unfortunately, great musicians often lose work to inferior and amateur bands, only because many purchasers of live music have never hired a band before. Wedding and party planners can easily fall prey to deceptive marketing practices because, at the end of the day, a band of independent contractors are legally obligated to do little more than show up and play.
Magical Ethernet Mirrors
In a feat likely unparalleled in the music industry, The Diamond Empire Band website names just three musicians who appear in six different bands in six major cities.
In Miami they're known as The Bay Kings Band
In Austin - The Royal Dukes
In San Francisco - The Lucky Devils
In Boston - Silver Arrow Band
In Philadelphia - The Bachelor Boys Band
"Voted one of the country's best party bands"
WHY PAY MORE when all six mirrored websites claim they're "completely self-managed, and so you get the best musicians in the country for a fraction of the price: you'll be very pleasantly surprised at how far your budget goes for a top tier band... "
WHY PAY MORE when all six mirrored websites claim they're all "voted one of the country's best party bands"
COME SEE THEM FOR YOURSELF in a rare Denver appearance:
Mon Mar 24th
Time: 8pm until 9pm
Venue: The Walnut Room
Address: 3131 Walnut Street, Denver, CO 80205
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Minnesota CEO Henson to Leave
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With Henson's departure, Minnesota Orchestra faces many questions beyond Vänskä's fate
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Minnesota Orchestra CEO Michael Henson testified before a legislative panel in January 2013, during the year-plus lockout of musicians. Photo by John Whiting
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By Doug Grow | 03/21/14
Minnpost
With some pats on the back rather than a push out the door, Michael Henson is gone as the chief executive officer of the Minnesota Orchestral Association.
Henson won't officially "step down" from his position until Aug. 31, and he will be available to consult for the board "as needed" for a period of time after that. But it's assumed by most that Henson's days as a decision-maker are over now.
With Henson gone, two big questions remain: Will Osmo Vänskä be asked to return as artistic director/conductor? Would he accept if asked?
Many questions aheadBut there are scores of other questions, too:
Will more musicians leave the orchestra?
Will the public rally around whatever constitutes the new orchestra?
Can the orchestra rediscover the chemistry that had made the Minnesota Orchestra elite?
Can new management find a way to bring new audiences into Orchestra Hall?The first step toward any chance at healing wounds from the lockout, the departure of Henson, now has been taken.
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In This Issue
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| Membership Meeting Notice, 3/31 | | Denver's 'Diamond Empire Band' - a "fraction of the price" | | Minnesota CEO Henson to Leave | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Laurie Dameron, March/April Performances | | Joe Anderies, 3/23 & 4/17 | | Boulder Philharmonic, 3/24 | | William Hill , 3/24 | | Rumble Seat, 3/29 | | Neil Bridge Jazz Trio, 3/30 | | Neil Bridge Trio, 3/30 | | Harry Tuft, 4/5 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | DYAO - Opening for Executive Director | | Opening for full-time instrumental teacher | | CSO Section Violin Auditions | | Cheyenne Symphony Auditions | | GPO Auditions | | CMA Suzuki Piano Faculty Opening | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | LSM Summer Academy, 3/31 Deadline | | CU Denver Summer Music Industry Program, 6/15-2 | | Annual or Quarterly Dues paid easily online | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Working Families Lead Effort to Raise Minimum Wage | | Hip-Hop Star Common to Perform in Support of Nissan Workers | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Colorado Wind Ensemble, 4/6 | | Littleton Symphony Openings for all Strings | | Lakewood Symphony Auditions | | Community Band Seeking New Members | | Metro Community Band Openings | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | Broadway Music School, Summer Music Day Camps | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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Colorado Symphony Orchestra
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Join us for the popular stained glass series, featuring the Colorado Symphony in a delightful collaboration and a beautiful setting!
Yumi Hwang-Williams, violin
Claude Sim, violin
Four Seasons is Vivaldi's best-known work, and is among the most popular pieces of baroque music. This colorful piece captures the essence of each season. Peppered with silvery pizzicato notes, "Winter" call to mind ice rain from the high tones. Evoking a thunderstorm in its final movement, "Summer" is often dubbed, "Storm."
One of the most rare and exciting treats of this concert is that Concertmaster Yumi Hwang-Williams and Associate Concertmaster Claude Sim will perform Bach's Concerto for 2 Violins, Strings and Continuo in D Minor. These elite musicians represent the beauty and power of the Colorado Symphony as they perform together.
| Sun 3/23/14 2:30PM | Montview Presbyterian Church | The Stained Glass Series at Montview Presbyterian Church - Four Seasons | More Information | Purchase |
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Andrew Litton, conductor
Stephen Hough, piano/composer
Sarah Fox, soprano
Christopher Maltman, baritone
Colorado Symphony Chorus, Duain Wolfe, director
HOUGH Missa Mirabilis
RACHMANINOFF Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini
VAUGHAN WILLIAMS Dona Nobis Pacem
Colorado Symphony Music Director Andrew Litton conducts an evening of inspired works, beginning with acclaimed pianist Stephen Hough's original composition Missa Mirabilis. Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini highlights Hough's legendary pianistic talents before the Colorado Symphony Chorus delivers a powerful performance of Vaughan Williams' Dona Nobis Pacem to conclude the concert.
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Scott O'Neil, resident conductor
Natasha Paremski, piano
Natasha Paremski returns for an Inside the Score performance of The Life of Rachmaninoff: From Tragedy to Triumph, with resident conductor Scott O'Neil! Together they will enlighten us, through music and commentary, about the life of one of classical music's most loved composers, and how he moved beyond his disastrous beginnings to take the competitive Russian music world by storm. No evening of Rachmaninoff would be complete without excerpts of your favorite piano concertos performed by crowd favorite, Natasha Paremski.
***Please note this concert is on Thursday evening.
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Laurie Dameron, March/April Performances
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 March 27th 7 pm "What Can I Do?"Mutimedia Environmental Presentation at Bramford Condos Boulder, CO March 28 7 pm 2014 Athena Project Arts Festival! 1400 Dallas St Aurora, CO 80010
April 6 3 pm Lazy Person's Book Club Shine
Ap 11 7 pm "What Can I Do?"Mutimedia Environmental Presentation at Phoenix Asylum 2510 47th St Boulder 80301
AP 16th 6:30 pm "What Can I Do?"Mutimedia Environmental Presentation at
REI Denver 1416 Platte Street Denver, CO 80202
Ap 17 5:30 pm BPW "Celebration of Women" event Shine Restaurant, 2027 13th Street (Boulder Professional Women)
Ap 18 3 pm "What Can I Do?"Mutimedia Environmental Presentation at Riverpointe Senior 5225 S Prince Littleton, CO 80123
AP 25 4 pm "What Can I Do?"Mutimedia Environmental Presentation at Windhorse 1200 Yarmouth, Suite C-1B, Boulder 80304
AP 26 8 pm Boulder OUTLOOK Hotel Blues and Greens (Laurie D and the Blues Babes!)
AP 27 2 pm "What Can I Do?"Mutimedia Environmental Presentation at
Anthem Ranch 16151 Lowell Blvd Broomfield, CO 80023
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Joe Anderies, 3/23 & 4/17-18
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Just an initial invitation to some great upcoming jazz performances that I have the honor to be involved in. All will be at Denver's stellar, family friendly jazz venue Dazzle at 930 Lincoln. It would be great to see many of you at one of these shows! As always, advance reservations at highly recommended at Dazzle.
Sunday, March 23rd I will be part of the Jim Stranahan Little Big Band for his CD release "Migration to Higher Ground" that I am on as well. A great eleven-tet for this high energy night. Shows will be 6 and 8 pm that night. Ticket link (and details on the band) for these shows is here:
Thursday and Friday, April 17th and 18th I will be joining my longtime friend (and incredible pianist) Chuck Lamb in hosting international jazz guitarist and legend
Larry Coryell for two nights! Shows will be at 7 and 9 pm for these dates. Larry has been touring Japan with Ron Carter as well as Israel, Germany and all over the States. We are so honored that Larry has been able to find a space to join us at Dazzle! And I must mention too that Paul Romaine and Bijoux Barbosa will round out the band. Ticket and info links are here:
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THURSDAY April 17th shows
FRIDAY April 18th shows
As always, reservations and ticket sales can also be done at 303-839-5100.
Best regards for a great spring ahead!
Joe Anderies
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Boulder Philharmonic, 3/24
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On March 22 and 24, chart-topping recording artist Simone Dinnerstein joins the Boulder Phil for not one, but two, concertos: Gershwin's famous Rhapsody in Blue and the Colorado premiere of Philip Lasser's Piano Concerto, a work he wrote to embody the love he shares with Dinnerstein for the music of J.S. Bach.
Debussy's impressionistic La Mer ("The Sea") and Heitzeg's Ghosts of the Grasslands complement Lasser's French-American aesthetic.  | | Simone Dinnerstein |
RHAPSODY IN BLUE
Simone Dinnerstein, piano
Monday, March 24 - 6:30 PM
Vilar Performing Arts Center, Beaver Creek
HEITZEG Ghosts of the Grasslands
LASSER Piano Concerto COLORADO PREMIERE
DEBUSSY La Mer
GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue
Details | Video
Hear Michael Butterman talk about this concert on KGNU's 'A Classic Monday' with Ron Nadel
6:30 PM - FREE Pre-Concert Talk at Macky, including Michael Butterman's exciting plans for the Boulder Phil's 2014-2015 season! Event begins at 6 PM for refreshments and mingling.
* Tickets start at $13
* Student tickets only $5! (phone or at the door only)
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William Hill - Global Music at Dazzle, 3/24
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I would like to invite you to a unique, exciting, and fun for all ages concert I'm doing at Dazzle on March 24th at 7:00. I'll be joined by Nadya Hill on vocals and violin, Evan Orman on cello and bandoneon, and Colin Hill on percussion. We will be playing compositions that reflect traditional and avant garde musical styles, rhythms, and techniques from many cultures like Egyptian magsuum, Celtic dances, AfroCuban drumming, Brazilian percussion, Spanish melodies, Australian outback sounds, Argentinian tango, etc. Colin and I will play about 50 percussion instruments from around the world.
"The audience was left stunned by the expressive and emotional impact and display of virtuosity at this remarkable
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performance." Robin McNeil Opus Colorado
Tickets are only $10 and Dazzle serves excellent food. We all hope to see you there!
Best wishes,
William Hill
Principal Timpanist/Composer Colorado Symphony Orchestra
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Rumble Seat, 3/29
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Rumble Seat featuring Dave Gannon on vocals
Avalon Ballroom - 6185 Arapahoe Road, Boulder, CO 80303
Saturday, March 29th, 8:00-11:00 pm
Cover $10.00 in advance, $15.00 at the door, includes dance lessons @ 7:00pm
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Neil Bridge Jazz Trio, 3/30
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with Karen Lee on Vocals
What Jazz means is not merely a word definition. It is an emotion felt when personalities express themselves using the art of music. Jazz is free flowing feelings that converse about the day and fine tuned fables that are told by masterful story tellers. The book that is written time and again by Neil Bridge and his Trio of insightful musicians is always an exciting one.
The pieces are well arranged by Neil, but leave room for fresh ideas from the group, whom aren't afraid to bring their opinions into the mix. Adolph Mares lays down a steady bass that fulfills the rhythmic low end melodic harmonies around the groove that Kevin Smith tastefully taps on the drums. Its hard to miss, Miss Karen Lee's, dazzling presence and vocalizations that accompany Neil musically, physically, and spiritually by his side.
When the clave clicks we are pushed to the front of the seat while they stay on the 2 edge of the beat, and then the group calms us down with a round of the swing style thats keeps jazz cool. The great music that flows from the Neil Bridge Jazz Trio, is a sophisticated symphony of sounds, merely an interpretative reflection of life, so come check 'em out and be part of something larger. This ain't New York, and not part of LA, we are Denver and Neil Bridge is here to stay. Bryan Goldstein
 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
Sunday, March 30th 7:30 pm
www.neilbridgemusic.com
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Neil Bridge Trio, 3/30
| Sunday, March 30th Cool Jazz @ Nissi's
Neil Bridge Jazz Trio with Karen Lee on Vocals
Neil Bridge on Piano
Adolph Mares on Bass
Kevin Smith on Drums
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
Sunday, March 30th 7:30 pm
Check out the new Videos our Web site: www.neilbridgemusic.com
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Harry Tuft, 4/5
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Folks: I'm pleased to announce that Carla Sciaky and I are presenting another ballad concert on Saturday, April 5th at Daniels hall at Swallow Hill. Our special guest this year is Jack Stanesco, and as in the past, yo can expect some longish  story songs form contemporary and traditional sources. All three of us have a love of the ballad, and we hope you do also. Tickets are available from the Swallow Hill web site at www.swallowhillmusic.org. We hope to see you hen. Harry
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STEADY ENGAGEMENTS
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Jazz Over Easy- at Café Del Sol. Every Fourth Wednesday, from 6 to 9 pm for a swinging evening of Jazz. Don't miss out, reserve a table now to assure seating. Join Marti Henry on trombone and his swinging friends. $5 cover Café del Sol 608 Garrison St Lakewood, Co Call 303-238-7999 for reservations
Steve Shurack, solo guitar, every Thursday
Crowne Plaza Hotel Lounge in Downtown Denver, 6:30-9:00 PM. No cover, come listen to jazz, Latin, classical, flamenco, and pop guitar while enjoying a good meal and drinks. From Ellington and Jobim to Bach and Tarrega to Beatles, blues, folk and way more, there will be music for all tastes!
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
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 10th 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.
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
Centerpiece Jazz (Ed Stephen, Joe Lopez, Jack McCutchan)
Third Thursday of each month.
Café del Sol, 608 Garrison - 6 to 9 pm.303-238-7999
Also March 20 & April 17
Centerpiece Jazz, Second and fourth Wednesdays
Luke's, A Steak Place, 4990 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge
5:30 to 8:30 303-422-3300
No February 26 - Luke's is participating in the 5280 Restaurant week
Also March 12, 26 & April 9, 23
David Brussel, Selected Thursdays
Performing on piano, selected Thursdays at
Mercury Cafe, 7 p.m.
2199 California St.
Denver CO 80205
303-294-9258
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
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
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AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES
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DYAO - Opening for Executive Director
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Position Title: Executive Director (Full time)
Reports to: Board of Directors
The mission of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra Association (DYAO) is to provide the finest possible youth orchestra programs, inspiring and educating young musicians through the performance of great works of music and offering valuable cultural opportunities to the community. DYAO has five orchestral groups, of which four are training orchestras for the Young Artists Orchestra. We serve over 260 children and young adults between the ages of 8 and 23 representing approximately 100 schools from across the Colorado Front Range region. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors, and is responsible to drive and maintain the mission, goals, and strategies of the organization.
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Opening for full-time instrumental teacher
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Graland Country Day School
is seeking a full-time instrumental music teacher. The primary teaching responsibility is with middle school (5th - 8th grade) bands. Other responsibilities include an upper elementary general music class and a middle school advisory. Qualified candidates should have experience teaching in both areas and possess, at minimum, a bachelor's degree in music.
Graland seeks to blend best practices in traditional pedagogy with experiential and innovative teaching supported by the latest in technology. Currently, the band program takes full advantage of the "one-to-one" iPad program in the middle school. Graland is an independent, co-educational, PK-8 school with 680 students. Our broad and balanced academic curriculum includes world language, visual arts, music, drama and athletics. We also stress leadership, integrity, compassion and an enthusiasm for learning throughout the school day.
Please send your resume and letter of interest to Sarah Young, syoung@graland.org
Graland Country Day School
55 Clermont Street
Denver, CO 80220
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Colorado Symphony Section Violin Auditions
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Andrew Litton, Music Director  Announces auditions for:
Section Violin
(Tenure track position)
Audition is scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2014
Highly qualified applicants mail or FAX a one-page resume to:
Larry Brezicka, Personnel Manager
THE COLORADO SYMPHONY
Boettcher Concert Hall - 1000 14th Street, #15
Denver, CO 80202
FAX 303-293-2649
Application must be received by March 12th, 2014
NO PHONE CALLS or EMAILS
* The Colorado Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Cheyenne Symphony - Audition for Principal Cello
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PRINCIPAL CELLO
$84/Service + Additional Service for Bowing
Audition Date: Thursday, April 24, 2014
Audition Time: 2-6pm
Audition Location:
Cheyenne Civic Center
510 W. 20th St.
Cheyenne, WY 82001
Email a ONE PAGE resume by Friday, April 11, 2014 to:
Lindsey Bird Reynolds, Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra Manager at:
chsomanager@gmail.com
For more information: www.cheyennesymphony.org
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GPO Auditions for Bass, Clarinet and Harp
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 The Greeley Philharmonic announces auditions for:
BASS
*Principal
*Assistant Principal (fixed 3rd chair)
May 17, 2014 (during the day)
HARP
Principal
May 19, 2014 (during the day)
CLARINET
*Principal
May 20, 2014 (Late afternoon into the evening)
*If the position(s) is won by a current member the resulting vacancy may be offered.
Complete information on these auditions, including application deadlines and excerpt lists, may be found at: http://www.greeleyphilharmonic.com/
TO APPLY- Please email a ONE page resume to:
Becky Kutz Osterberg, GPO Personnel Manager
gpomanager@gmail.com
Please include: current address, email address and phone number
Upon receipt of resume, excerpt list and further details will be sent.
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Center for Musical Arts - Suzuki Piano Faculty Opening
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February 13, 2014
The CMA has always had Suzuki teachers but has made a concerted effort to codify and grow our Suzuki program over the last several years. Currently, Suzuki lessons are offered on violin, piano, flute, guitar, and cello. The entire program includes over 75 individual students.
Qualifications: Minimum of bachelor's degree in music performance and/or music education preferred. The ideal candidate will be a passionate, expert teacher with several years of teaching experience at many levels and in many settings, including group classes. S/He will be a warm and creative instructor who is excited to teach in and be part of a larger musical community and believes in the mission and vision of the organization.
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LSM Summer Academy - March 31 Application Deadline
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 Summer Academy
June 15 - June 29, 2014
Application deadline extended to March 31 for violin, viola and cello!
An inspiring & motivating pre-college program for ages 14 through 18
String Faculty: Linda Wang, Mark Rush, Paul Primus, Jerilyn Jorgensen, Barbara Hamilton, Basil Vendryes, Richard Slavich, Katharine Knight, Mike Block, Susan Cahill, Suzanne Moulton-Gertig
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!
For application information, contact Mary Beth Barteau Shaffer, Academy Director at: MaryBeth.Shaffer@du.edu, or visit our website at: www.du.edu/lamont/summeracademy
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The CU Denver Summer Music Industry Program, 6/15-27, 2014
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 The CU Denver Summer Music Industry Program is designed to offer high school students, ages 14-18, a window into what it takes to be a musician today. Students will contribute to a creative and productive team that supports individual growth and achieves the final group projects. By the end of the session, students will have created a demo recording, live show, electronic press kit, and business plan. The program dates are June 15-27, 2014. Significant scholarships are available for families with demonstrated economic hardships, as well as competitive merit awards. For more information, please see our website www.cam.ucdenver.edu/meis/summer or contact the Program Coordinator at victoria.vanest@ucdenver.edu. |
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Annual or Quarterly Dues Payments can now be made online
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Annual or quarterly dues payments can now be made securely online at www.denvermusicians.org. You'll be prompted to stablish a username and password before making your payment. 2014 rates are indicated below. You also have the option to select "auto renewals" at either rate.
Annual Quarterly
Regular Members $164.00 $41.00
Life Members $98.00 $24.50
Inactive Life Members $75 $18.75
Additional features will be added to this site in the coming weeks, so please come back. For questions related to the website, you can contact Jeff Anttila at jeff.ant@gmail.com or Pete Vriesenga at pvriesenga@aol.com.
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AFL-CIO and Working Families Lead Effort to Raise Minimum Wage
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While Republicans in Washington, D.C., are doing their best to stop a federal increase to the minimum wage, working families and their allies across the country are fighting to increase the minimum wage at the state and local level. America's working families consistently support a minimum wage increase, supporting the idea that jobs should lift workers out of poverty, conservatives continue to rely upon disproven criticisms of increasing the wage. But Americans aren't buying the conservative lies and are demanding that Congress and the president raise the wage for millions of workers, including tipped workers. And many of them aren't waiting for Washington to get the job done, they're taking action across the country. The federal minimum wage has remained $7.25 an hour since 2009 and wages for tipped workers have been frozen at $2.13 an hour since 1991. Here's the latest news on the push for a higher minimum wage across the nation: Read On
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Hip-Hop Star Common to Perform in Support of Nissan Workers
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 Hip-hop star Common, famous for songs like "I Used to Love H.E.R." and acting roles such as "Terminator Salvation" and "Happy Feet Too," is performing as part of a free show in support of workers who are organizing for a voice on the job at the Nissan plant in Canton, Miss. The workers are pushing for a vote to organize as part of the UAW. The show will take place Friday at 8 p.m. at the Jackson State University's Rose E. McCoy Auditorium. Common will be joined on stage by actor Danny Glover and local musicians and leaders.
UAW is engaged in an ongoing campaign to get a union vote at the Nissan Canton location. Workers at the Mississippi plant say the company relies too heavily on temporary workers who get reduced pay and benefits. Nissan's business practice of staffing plants with a high percentage of temporary workers, who earn lower wages, have limited benefits and have no job security, won't strengthen families and grow communities. They also say that Nissan is engaging in a campaign to intimidate workers to stay away from the union and imply that the plant will close if the union vote is successful.
Read more about Nissan: This Is What a Job in the U.S.'s New Manufacturing Industry Looks Like and the Nissan organizing campaign: www.choosejustice.com
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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, 4/6
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Space Music: An Extra-Celestial Experience
HOLST The Planets
BRYANT Ecstatic Waters
TICHELI Symphony no. 2
with guest student musicians from Mountain Vista and Littleton High Schools
Premiere of all stars are love by Steven Bryant, commissioned by the CWE Commissioning Consortium
Sunday, April 6, 2014 3:00pm
Lone Tree Arts Center
10075 Commons St, Lone Tree 80124
Tickets: $20 adult, $17 senior, $10 student
Tickets are available at the door, by phone (720-509-1000), or online. Purchase in advance with promotional code FoCWE (Friend of CWE) for a $3 discount on adult and senior tickets.
Special package with Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra concert
Purchase tickets for this concert and the LTSO's concert on May 9, The Three G's, and receive a 15% discount on both tickets. Call 720-509-1000 for this great deal!
http://www.coloradowindensemble.org
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Littleton Symphony Openings for all Strings
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 The Littleton Symphony has openings for 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
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The Lakewood Symphony is seeking percussionists. We are also holding auditions for all section strings, especially violin and viola. 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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Broadway Music School, Summer Music Day Camps
|  Broadway Music School is putting together music day camps for next summer! If you are looking for fun activities for your child 9-18 yrs old, we have great rock bands, jazz groups, and singing camps that meet for a week and then perform a concert. Check out videos from previous summers on YouTube, just search
Broadway Music School
1940 S. Broadway St., Denver, CO 80210
303-777-0833 info@broadwaymusicschool.com www.broadwaymusicschool.com
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| FOR SALE OR RENT / MISC. |
Lowrey 'Magic Genie" organ,
free to a good home. Two manuals, needs minor repair. Located in Park Hill, Denver. Call Louise at 303-322-7166
Lowry Console Walnut Piano Mdl CL w/bench for sale. It is in excellent condition.
16 inch Viola
Advanced student model with wonderful tone.
$390. Call 303-698-1646
A Beautiful golden 1886 James W Briggs cello made in Glasgow Scotland
. Purchased from London dealer in 1971. It has been valued, restored & maintained by Goodrich Violin, and used by a professional symphonic cellist as well as concert soloist. The sound is round, deep, sweet & exceedingly sonorous. A very fine cello made for a young artist or seasoned professional. The case is German & the fine medium balanced bow is Swiss purchased in St Louis. Total package price is $65,000. 720-289-3573 or email: Llhiggins@ ionsky.com.
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
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
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.
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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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