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November 7, 2014
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Closed Veterans Day
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Please note: The DMA offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day
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In Memory - James "Jimmy" Trujillo
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James Trujillo: June 30, 1961 to October 29, 2014
 James "Jimmy" Trujillo passed away October 29. Jimmy was known for his long tenure with Conjunto Colores. J.T., as his friends call him, has played with many greats in all types of music, such as jazz vocalist Leon Thomas, keyboardist Richard Kermode (Janis Joplin, Santana), David Amram, bassist Marshall Hawkins, Richie Cole, Jon "Bowser" Bauman of Sha Na Na, The Drifters, The Coasters, Lesley Gore, The Shirelles, local artists Hazel Miller, Vic Cionetti, Ron Henry and Mistura Fina, among many others.Jimmy has also been a clinician with drummers Gerry Brown, Mark Craney, percussionists Alex Acuńa, José Rossy (Weather Report) and guitarist Robben Ford. He also hosts "Salsa Con Jazz", Sundays 4-6pm and Monday Night Jazz, Mondays 7-10pm
J.T. Trujillo is a Yamaha Guitars, GHS Strings and Markbass Amplifiers Artist.
KUVO (89.3 FM) will broadcast a special edition of Salsa con Jazz this Sunday, from 4 until 6pm featuring a posthumous tribute with an hour long "Jammin' for Jimmy" live music performance featuring some of Jimmy's former band mates and friends. Don't miss it.
On the Sunday afternoon after Thanksgiving Day, there will be another posthumous homage to Jimmy, Sunday, November 30th, at Jazz@Jacks on the upper level of the Denver Pavilions on the 16th Street Mall, Downtown Denver. It starts at 1pm and will conclude at 5pm with many musicians playing to honor the memory of the late Jimmy Trujillo, more details soon.
There was a Rosary, followed by a mass for Jimmy Trujillo this Friday, November 7th, beginning at 11am at the National Historic Landmark; St.Dominic's Church at 3005 W. 29th Avenue, Denver. James Trujillo was an organ donor for medical research and requested that he be cremated.
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Arts organizations are hiring pros to tell their stories
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By Peggy McGlone October 31
The Washingto Post
In a dramatic shift in the way cultural institutions communicate with their audiences, arts groups across the country are increasingly cutting out the middleman and publishing news stories written by in-house journalists.
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra published a story on its Web site about young composers using crowdfunding sites like Kickstarter, while the Web sites of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center featured profiles of pianist Yuja Wang and actress Tovah Feldshuh.
The tactic acknowledges a basic truth of the information age, arts leaders say.
"We can't wait to be written about anymore," says John Schreiber, president and chief executive of the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. "We as arts presenters understand that we can't depend anymore on third parties to tell our stories."
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In This Issue
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| In Memory - James "Jimmy" Trujillo | | Arts organizations are hiring pros to tell their stories | | MEMBER FEATURE | | Ron Jolly - New CD Release | | EVENTS & PERFORMANCES | | Colorado Symphony Orchestra | | Laurie Dameron, November Dates | | Centerpiece Jazz, November Dates | | Neil Bridge Rhythm Express, 11/7-8 | | Purnell Steen, 11/8 | | Boulder Philharmonic, 11/8 | | DuoClassica, 11/8 | | Second Tuesdays at Trinity, 11/11 | | CSO Presents the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, 11/12 | | René Heredia, 11/15 & 11/22 | | Englewood Arts, 11/22 | | STEADY ENGAGEMENTS | | AUDITION & EMPLOYMENT NOTICES | | CSO - Section Percussion | | ANNOUNCEMENTS | | Become a Certified Practitioner | | DPAC GarageBlack-Out Dates | | 2015 Lamont School of Music Summer Academy | | Annual or Quarterly Dues paid easily online | | LABOR & POLITICS | | Spring Ahead - Fall Back!, by Rod Taylor. | | Is It Time for a Workers Party? | | COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND | | Aurora Symphony Auditions | | Littleton Symphony Auditions | | Community Band Seeking New Members | | YOUTH ORCHESTRAS / EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES | | DYAO Teacher Appreciation Month | | FOR SALE OR RENT | | MEMBER BUSINESS & SERVICES | | Contact Info - DMA Officers |
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MEMBER FEATURE - Ron Jolly
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Ron Jolly - New CD Release
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The Friend Suite by The Ron Jolly Trio has just been released on Tapestry Records. The album features Ron Jolly on piano, along with Ron Bland on bass and Don Newby on drums, showcasing Ronšs compositions in a superbly performed and recorded musical statement. The songs are in a variety of jazz styles and evoke a wide range of feelings. The Friend Suite is dedicated to friendship and memorializes some of Ronšs closest friends.
Choosing the musicians for The Friend Suite was easy. When Ron decided to make a trio record, he picked these musicians because hešs made all kinds of music with them over the last 35 years. łWe know each other musically, in such a way that many of our actions while playing are intuitive and in the moment. We rehearsed a few times. We discussed the overall feel and some of the kicks, but otherwise my goal was to create and capture the music in one of my favorite settings, the piano, bass and drums trio. They just knew what to do!
Several of the songs on The Friend Suite are dedicated to individuals who made a huge contribution to Ronšs life. Other songs reflect various characteristics or key aspects of the feelings engendered by deep friendship. Stylistically, the songs cover a varied set of styles including hip hop, boogie, straight ahead, floating, joyful, exhilarating, and calypso.
The Friend Suite is the result of two years of creation. The songs came out of doing something to keep busy and trying to recover from the loss of a couple of musician friends, a high school friend, a junior high school friend, Ronšs uncle and his brother-in-law. These events proved to have far-reaching and earthshaking effects on Ronšs life.
The Friend Suite is the first CD released By The Ron Jolly Trio since 2001's Live at the Christmas Tree. In the intervening time, Ron has pursued a variety of activities including performing, recording, teaching and composing in the Denver, CO area.
The Friend Suite by The Ron Jolly Trio is available online from Tapestry Records, CD Baby and directly from Ron. Downloads are available from all the major digital music services.
 For more information please contact:
Ron Jolly at ronjolly@compuserve.com
Tapestry Records: http://caprirecords.com/store
Quotes:
"Ron Jolly and friends. I love this new CD!!!!!!I I really really enjoyed it from start to end. You guys are flippen' awesome. Please pardon the language...yes I said flippen' !!!"
"I have been listening to it several times and really enjoying the vibe!"
"Very thoughtful, heartfelt and well written."
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Colorado Symphony Orchestra
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Pinchas Zukerman, conductor/ violin
Elizabeth Futral, soprano
Sasha Cooke, mezzo-soprano
Isaiah Bell, tenor
Kyle Ketelsen, baritone
Colorado Symphony Chorus; Duain Wolfe, director
MOZART Adagio for Violin and Orchestra, K. 261
MOZART Rondo for Violin and Orchestra, K. 373
MOZART Exultate, jubilate, K. 165
MOZART Requiem, K. 626
Pinchas Zukerman joins the Colorado Symphony and Colorado Symphony Chorus as they perform Mozart's final and greatest masterpiece. Opening the program, Pinchas Zukerman steps off the podium for Mozart's Adagio and Rondo for Violin and Orchestra. Mozart's Requiem, a centerpiece in the Academy Award winning film Amadeus, is one of the greatest pieces in the choral repertoire and you won't want to miss it.
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Preservation Hall Jazz Band has traveled worldwide spreading their mission to nurture and perpetuate the art form of New Orleans Jazz. Don't miss Preservation Hall in Boettcher Concert Hall as they celebrate over 50 years of the music that embodies a joyful, timeless spirit.
Colorado Symphony Presents concerts may not feature the Colorado Symphony Orchestra Members. These are presentation concerts only at Boettcher Concert Hall managed by the Colorado Symphony Association.
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Scott O'Neil, conductor
An evening of violin with one of the greats, Pinchas Zukerman. Join conductor Scott O'Neil as he leads the orchestra through an evening of masterful, emotional music.
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Scott O'Neil, conductor
BAM! POW! CRASH! Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the concert hall your Colorado Symphony returns with Symphonic Tribute to Comic Con upgraded to v2.0! This concert features your favorite scores from movies, television, and video games. This year we'll return to Gotham City, summon Beetlejuice, and get help bustin' ghosts.
Hometown hero, Austin Wintory, will return to the holodeck to present excerpts from his score for The Banner Saga. Fun for all ages with cosplay and costumes encouraged! As always, arrive early for some extra fun with our friends Denver Comic Con, Umbrella Corp. Denver, and the Dark Side's finest from 501st Legion Mountain Garrison!
Travel by AT-AT, Warp Drive, Batmobile, Zombie shuffle, or ECTO-1, but GET to Boettcher Concert Hall for a one-of-a-kind experience. Make it so!
| Sat 11/15/14 7:30PM | Boettcher Concert Hall | A Symphonic Tribute to Comic Con v2.0 presented by Arrow Electronics | More Information | Purchase |
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Andrew Litton, conductor
Silver Ainomäe, cello
DVORÁK Cello Concerto in B minor, Op. 104
RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 2 in E minor, Op. 27
Colorado Symphony Principal Cellist Silver Ainomäe makes his solo Masterworks debut with one of Dvorák's most significant works, the Cello Concerto in B minor. Led by Colorado Symphony Music Director Andrew Litton, we close out the evening with Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2, one of his most recognizable works.
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Laurie Dameron, November Schedule
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 DuoClassica presents
"What Can I Do?" Spaceship Earth
*Nov 12th 7 pm Laramie County Library 2200 Pioneer Ave Cheyenne, WY 80221
Jazz and Blues
*Nov 15 6-8 pm Thai Shi House 3033 28th Boulder, CO 80304
"What Can I Do?" Spaceship Earth
*Nov 21 2:30 pm Golden West 1055 Adams Cir Boulder, CO 80303
"What Can I Do?" Spaceship Earth
*Nov 22 3 pm Denver Library Hampden Branch 9755 East Girard Ave Denver, CO 80231
Jazz and blues
*Nov 22 6- 8 pm Cheese Importers 103 Main St Longmont, CO 80501
Jazz and blues
*Nov 29 6-8 pm Thai Shi House 3033 28th S Boulder, CO 80304
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Centerpiece Jazz, November Dates
|  Third Thursday of each month.
Thursday, November 20, Café del Sol, 608 Garrison - 6 to 9 pm.
303-238-7999 Also December 18
Second Wednesdays Nov.- Dec.
Wednesday, November 12, Luke's, A Steak Place, 4990 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge
5:30 to 8:30 303-422-3300 Also December 10
Friday, November 7, Mt. Vernon Country Club
8: 30 pm. Members and guests
Friday, November 14, Mt. Vernon Country Club
8: 30 pm. Members and guests
Friday, November 21, Mt. Vernon Country Club
8: 30 pm. Members and guests
Friday, November 28, Mt. Vernon Country Club
8: 30 pm. Members and guests
Saturday, November 29, Mt. Vernon Country Club
8: 30 pm. Members and guests
Jonijanak.com edstephen.com
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Neil Bridge Rhythm Express, 11/7-8
| Friday November 7th & Saturday November 8th
 8 pm to 12 am
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Tony P's Bar and Pizzeria, 777 East 17th Avenue, Denver, CO 80203
303.839.3200
www.tonypspizza.com
Reservations Welcome
Check out our Web site with our new professional video clips of the 5 Points Jazz Festival 2014
www.neilbridgemusic.com
or send us an email:
thebridges@neilbridgemusic.com
to let us know how we are doing or give us a call
@ 303-753-9206
We are just getting our Facebook Page up and running so check us out by clicking here FACEBOOK
Please Support KUVO as they support all of us
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Purnell Steen, 11/8
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LE JAZZ HOT
Featuring
Purnell Steen - Fred Fuller - Myra Warren
Live at La Cour Denver
1643 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210
Saturday November 8, 2014
8-11 pm
(no cover)
About La Cour
The Monley family and friends, with members who live in Denver and in Paris, decided to share their love affair with France -- and the way that fine food, drink and art can elevate a person's senses - by opening La Cour.
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Boulder Philharmonic, 11/8
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Piano Legends:
The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 - 7:30 PM at Macky
A high-energy concert featuring the music of two legends, Billy Joel and Elton John. Hit songs include Say Goodbye to Hollywood, Piano Man, Only the Good Die Young, Circle of Life, Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me, and more. Guest vocalist/guitarist Jean Meilleur and pianist/vocalist John Regan perform, accompanied by the lush sounds of the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra!
details | video | tickets Hot Seller!
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DuoClassica, 11/8
|  DuoClassica presents
Life on the Edge:
the music of Prokofiev, Shostakovich, Schnittke, Part, Shchedrin
Piano and Narrative: Olga Dashevskaya
Violin: Lydia Sviatlovskaya
November 8, 2014 / Saturday at 7pm
Grace United Methodist Church
4905 E. Yale Ave., Denver
Tickets at the door ($15 adults, $10 children and students with ID)
No credit cards
http://www.duoclassica.com
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Second Tuesdays at Trinity, 11/11
| Second Tuesdays at Trinity is pleased to present Nick Busheff in a concert program entitled "Beyond Classical: From  Bach to Billy Joel."
Enjoy an evening of jazz, pop, Broadway and original music from
award-winning pianist/composer Nick Busheff. Best known for his dynamic, theatrical and sometimes humorous performances, Busheff will demonstrate how classical training has influenced his success in the popular field.
This eclectic concert features the music of such favorites as Cole Porter,
Elvis Presley, Elton John, Andrew Lloyd Webber and more. A special musical tribute to veterans will be presented at this holiday performance.
Classically trained pianist, Nick Busheff, is one of the most diverse and dynamic musicians on the concert stage. After years of study at leading conservatories Busheff ventured into the world of popular music as a performer and composer. He has written and recorded solo piano albums as well as music for theater and film.
Nick has worked with several Grammy, Oscar and Tony-winning artists and has performed for many celebrities and political dignitaries. His music has been used in award-winning films and music videos. As a director Busheff has written & produced several theatrical shows and plays in a variety of bands and ensembles.
Tuesday, November 11, at 7:30 pm at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Arvada. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students through high school, available at the door.
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CSO Presents the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, 11/12
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On Nov. 12 at 7:30 the Colorado Symphony Orchestra presents the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, one of the all time greatest traditional jazz groups. If any of you are interested the CSO will offer a $5 discount on any tickets purchased by my friends. Just type in the promo code JAZZ14 when you order on line. , CO
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René Heredia, 11/15 & 11/22
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Two Dinner shows at the
Tapas D'Jerez
No charge for the entertainment
8236 S. Holly St. Centennial CO. 80122
6:30 & 8:00
make dinner reservations early
303-488-0101
November 22, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
René Heredia 's Flamenco Fantasy Dance Theatre
"Pure Flamenco" Sat. Nov. 22th 2014 7:00 to 9:00 pm Mercury Café
A truly Bodacious Restaurant / Entertainment Venue
2199 California St. Denver, 80205 $20.00 at the door
Make reservations early 303-294-9258h
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Englewood Arts, 11/22
| Englewood Arts Presents: CONCERT FEATURING BEETHOVEN, RAVEL, VILLA-LOBOS
Date: Saturday ~ November 22, 2014
Time: 2:00 PM
Venue: Hampden Hall (located on the 2nd level of the Englewood Civic Center)*
Englewood Arts Presents invites you to experience the rich musical community of Colorado. Led by Catherine
Beeson of the Colorado Symphony, this quintet made up of chamber and orchestral musicians from Denver,
Greeley, and Colorado Springs will showcase a diverse array of chamber music for flute, harp and strings.
 The program:
BEETHOVEN: Serenade for Flute, Violin & Viola
RAVEL: Sonatine en Trio for Flute, Viola & Harp
CLARK: Lullaby and Grotesque for Viola & Cello
VILLA-LOBOS: Quintet for Flute, Harp & String Trio
Featured Musicians:
Catherine Beeson: Assistant Principal Viola, Colorado Symphony
James Hall: Flute Professor @ UNC, Artistic Director Chamber Music Society of Kansas City
AnnMarie Liss: Harp Instructor @ DU
John Hilton: Violin, Colorado Symphony
Jeff Watson: Principal Cello, Colorado Springs Philharmonic
The program features works for multiple combinations of the quintet including legendary harpist Carlos
Salzedo's arrangement of Ravel's Sonatine for flute, viola and harp, and Heitor Villa-Lobos' exotic Quintette
Instrumental for flute, violin, viola, cello, and harp.
Website: www.englewoodarts.org
Facebook: Englewood Arts Concert Series
Phone: 303.806.8196
Tickets are General Admission:
$20.00 Adults | $15.00 (60+) | FREE (under 18)
Available at www.englewoodarts.org or at the door beginning 1 hour prior to concert time.
* Location:
Hampden Hall
Englewood Civic Center | 2nd level
1000 Englewood Parkway
(Hampden & S. Jason)
+ Ample FREE parking in south lot of Englewood
Civic Center
+ Directly adjacent to Englewood RTD & Light Rail
stations
+ Handicap accessible
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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
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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Colorado Symphony - Section Percussion
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Andrew Litton, Music Director
 Announces auditions for:
SECTION PERCUSSION (Tenure track position)
Audition is scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, February 23rd & 24th, 2015 Position to begin July 1, 2015 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/resume must be received by January 12, 2015 NO PHONE CALLS or EMAILS *The Colorado Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
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Become a Certified Practitioner
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Are you interested in using your music to help others, especially in the healthcare field? If you are, please consider becoming a Certified Music Practitioner (CMP). CMPs play live therapeutic music by the bedside in healthcare settings. They are graduates of The Music for Healing and Transition Program. Nationally, it is a growing field and in Denver it is really taking off. This is a way to help others, while earning extra income for yourself.
For further information, please look at to www.mhtp.org. and download the application or contact Melinda Gardiner, Executive Director.
Thank you, Barbara Lepke-Sims, MHTP Area Coordinator , blepkesims@gmail.com
The following are the next cyle of training dates:
Module I November 1st & 2nd, 2014
Module II January 10th & 11th, 2015
Module III March 7th & 8th, 2015
Module IV April 25th & 26th, 2015
Module V June 12th, 13th, 14th , 2015
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DPAC GarageBlack-Out & Red Flag Dates
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2015 Lamont School of Music Summer Academy - June 14-28
| June 14-28, 2015
Equipping pre-college musicians for success in the 21st century!
Musical Excellence - Rich Program Diversity - Lifelong Friendships
Join us for an extraordinary, two-week intensive, music experience
in state-of-the-art facilities with outstanding artist faculty!
Applications accepted from Instrumentalists, Singers, Pianists and Composers, ages 14 through 18.
Scholarships available to top applicants!
Visit our website at: www.du.edu/lamont/summeracademy, or contact
Mary Beth Barteau Shaffer, Academy Director: MaryBeth.Shaffer@du.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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Spring Ahead - Fall Back!, by Rod Taylor
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By DMA member Rod Taylor
Posted on November 5, 2014
 So here we go again, one of my least favorite weekends of the whole year! Yep, it's that time when we turn our clocks back one hour so that we can sit in the dark half the time and freeze the other half! I suppose I ought to be grateful that all things considered, there will be a spring to pray for, but unless you're someone who likes rolling around in the snow (which I'm not,) wintertime is one slow, cold, freezing, plodding day after day followed by Valentines, followed by income tax day, followed by Easter, and then VOILA! SPRINGTIME AGAIN!
Who invented daylight saving time? Does anyone really know? I heard once that daylight saving time was some kind of a government device they came up with so that farmers would have more time between sunup and sundown to do their endless chores. I don't know if that's true or not, but as someone who was raised a farm kid, it should tell you a little something about farming as an occupation!
In addition to all my doom and gloom, as though we didn't need another reminder that we're looking at a good many short days and long nights before we can wear thongs and cutoffs again, we're also up against my other least favorite time of year, midterm elections.
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With Two Political Parties For Bosses, Is It Time For One For Workers?
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 Posted: November 6, 2014 by laborradio
By Doug Cunningham
Is labor's political path forward paved with Democrats or should workers finally form a viable, credible national political party of our own? A vital question given that Democrats failed to come through for labor on signature issues when a newly elected Barack Obama had a Democratic congress from 2009-2011 and still failed to enact the Employee Free Choice Act labor law reform, no serious infrastructure funding, no full employment and no comprehensive just immigration reform. Instead working people got a health care reform law modeled on conservative Heritage Foundation ideas with no real public option, never mind a single payer universal system. Anti-worker trade policies were also pursued. Some grassroots labor activists say labor needs a serious debate about whether to abandon the failed strategy of spending millions of dollars each election cycle relying on Democrats. Imagine if labor used its electoral ground game and political money to build a real labor party. Labor seems to lose while Wall Street gains regardless of whether Democrats or Republicans are in control. Polling from Gallup and CBS shows majorities of Americans believe the economic system favors the rich and that a new party should be formed.
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COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA & BAND
Note: Organizations submitting postings agree to not unfairly compete for commercial engagements.
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Aurora Symphony Auditions
|  Aurora Symphony Orchestra is auditioning for violins, violas, and 2nd oboe. Visit our website, www.AuroraSymphony.org for details. Please email Personnel@AuroraSymphony.org or call 303-618-4719 to schedule an audition.. Auditions are held on Wednesday evenings.
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Littleton Symphony Auditions
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The Littleton Symphony under direction of internationally acclaimed cellist and conductor Jurgen de Lemos anounces openings for
FIRST VIOLIN AND CELLO for 2014/15.  For excerpts contact Bobbi Jones, bobbi_jones@comcast.net, 303-989-4727.
This orchestra performs a very challenging repertoire.
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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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YOUTH ORCHESTRAS /
EDUCATIONAL ENSEMBLES
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DYAO Teacher Appreciation Month - Complimentary Tickets!
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 Thank you for the Music!
The Denver Young Artists Orchestra honors teachers in the month of November and invites you to be a part of Teacher Appreciation. Join us with this POSTCARD for complimentary admission to any concert in November.
Call 303-433-2420 with any questions and to reserve your ticket.
Visit DYAO.org for more information.
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| FOR SALE OR RENT / MISC. |
There are too many items to list that I am giving away
But they include a washer/dryer, refrigerator, microwave, upright piano (needs tuning and TLC), a dinette set, lawnmower, small barbecue, some kitchen utensils, end tables, beds dressers, etc. Contact
Generic dreadnought/jumbo size, including padded case cover. Little use. White. $650 firm. Contact Larry, 303-753-6633.
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.
15 1/2" inch Viola Advanced student model with wonderful tone. $325. Call for more info: 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
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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: Michael Weaver 303-875-4013 - cfsatb@yahoo.com
Executive Board:
Ron Bland 303-935-5099 - RBOBasso@aol.com
Thomas Blomster 303-322-1764 - blomster@dmamusic.org
Alaunde Copley-Woods 720-406-8722 - alaunde@gmail.com
Gloria Holliday 303-321-0902 - gloriaholliday@comcast.net
Hank Troy 303-703-3550 - hanktroydma@aol.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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