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The electronic newsletter of Local 802Nov. 10, 2015 | Send us comments by clicking here.
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LAST CHANCE: IS YOUR INFORMATION CORRECT?
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Deadline is this coming Sunday, Nov. 15!
The 2016-2017 Local 802 directory will be compiled at the end of this year. Thousands of musicians receive a copy of this book and use it as a vital resource.
Click here to check to make sure your information will be printed correctly in the next edition of our membership directory. To appear in the Local 802 membership directory, you must be a current member of Local 802. If you are unsure about your member status, please contact the Membership Department at (212) 245-4802 or click here to send an e-mail.If you're not a member of Local 802 and you want to join now, click here.
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SAVE THE DATE: LIVE MUSIC FUNDRAISER ON DEC. 8
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The 48th Street Big Band came together a little over a year ago as the brain child of engineer/bass player Roger Rhodes when he received permission to use the arrangements of the late Al Porcino from Al's widow, Erna Tom. Al and Roger had been friends since 1971 when Roger played bass in Al's New York band, eventually backing up Mel Torme at the Maisonette at the St. Regis Hotel in 1974. Soon after, Al moved to Munich, Germany, where he began his own very successful big band. Although Roger had collected arrangements back in the '60s, he enlisted his friend and colleague, arranger/composer Glen Daum, to join him with charts that he had both collected and written so there would a real variety for the players. The book now consists of charts written by the most renowned arrangers in the business: Bob Brookmeyer, Billy Byers, Al Cohn, Bill Holman, Thad Jones, Tiny Kahn, Johnny Mandel, and Frank Wess, to name just a few! First named the Daum-Rhodes Big Band, the name was changed to reflect the setting of their rehearsals -- 48th Street -- the site of Local 802. They meet once a month for several hours in the union's large club room (which was once home to A&R Recording Studios). The musicians, many of whom also perform in Broadway orhcestras, enjoy the diversion and the challenge of reading new charts every month. Now, on Dec. 8, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., that monthly rehearsal will culminate in a benefit performance for the Local 802 Musicians' Emergency Relief Fund. This fund supports musicians going through hard times, whether financially, physically or emotionally. We ask for your support. All donations are tax deductible. Checks and credit cards will be accepted at the door. Or donate anytime at www.Local802erf.org. We know you will get as much joy listening to these gifted musicians as they get playing for you. We look forward to seeing you there! WHAT: Live music performance of the 48th Street Big Band (featuring the arrangements of Al Porcino, as interpreted by Roger Rhodes and Glenn Daum)WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Local 802.WHY: Fundraiser for the Local 802 Musicians' Emergency Relief Fund.ADMISSION: Donate what you want. All donations will help your fellow Local 802 members who are in need. Checks and credit cards accepted at the door. Or donate anytime at www.Local802erf.orgMORE INFO: E-mail Andy Schwartz by clicking here.
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OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR HEALTH INSURANCE
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The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) requires most Americans to have health insurance.
If you don't currently have health insurance through the Local 802 plan or through another source, please note that it's open enrollment time at www.HealthCare.gov. This is a great chance to compare health insurance plans and find the one that's best for you!
The Artist Worker Action League is offering a health care marketplace open enrollment information event with certified ACA navigators and advice in registering for an ACA (Obamacare) plan. No reservation needed. Choose the best plan for you and your family as the open enrollment deadline approaches fast.
HEALTH CARE MARKETPLACE OPEN ENROLLMENT INFORMATION EVENT sponsored by the Artist Worker Action League. No reservations needed. Free...just show up. Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Tompkins Square Library, 331 East 10th Street (between Avenues A and B). For more information, click here, or for questions, click here to send an e-mail.
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MAKE NEW CONTACTS BY ATTENDING A NETWORKING MEETING AT LOCAL 802
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Would you like to share networking tips with fellow musicians? Local 802's monthly Musicians Networking Group is now open to all musicians, including both members of Local 802 and non-members.
Get inside information on our industry and hear from special guests, including professional life coaches and Local 802 union reps. Refreshments are always served! The next gathering is Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. here at Local 802. It's free, but RSVP's are required. Limited same-day registrations are available as space allows.
To RSVP now, click here.
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FREE PILATES CLASSES
FOR MUSICIANS
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Do you want to improve your endurance, stop masking performance pain, give your body a tune-up, and learn strategies for lifelong health?
Join bodyworker instructor Karin Fantus for a series of free classes! All musicians welcome (both Local 802 members and non-members). Pre-registration is required. Classes fill up early. We offer a beginner body awareness class and a Pilates exercise class. (You must have taken a class with Karin previously in order to register for the Pilates class.) Classes take place on Friday afternoons in midtown. To register, contact Anya Turner at (212) 397-4802 or click here. Location and times will be given out once you register.
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The Actors Fund is offering free flu shots to all musicians and entertainment professionals!
Dates and times of the free flu shots are:
Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon
Tuesday, Dec. 1 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon
LOCATION: The Al Hirschfeld Free Health Clinic/Dorothy Ross Friedman Residence, 475 West 57th Street (off 10th Avenue) on the second floor. Please bring your union card. Appointments are not necessary: just show up at a date and time above. For more info, call (212) 489-1939 and press option 3.
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JOIN LOCAL 802 AT A DISCOUNT
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If you have any colleagues who haven't joined
Local 802 yet for whatever reason, now is the time!
We are waiving our initiation fee for all new members who join the union between now and Dec. 31. Now there's every reason to join the largest and strongest musicians' union in the world. Call the Membership Department at (212) 245-4802 for more information or to join now.
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SAVE THE DATE: FREE DENTAL CLINIC FOR MUSICIANS
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Announcing a free dental clinic for eligible music professionals. Eligible patients will receive a complete dental exam, bitewing X-rays and a dental cleaning, all free of charge.
The clinic will take place on Monday, Dec. 14, from 9:30 to 4:30 at Local 802. All appointments must be scheduled in advance.
To qualify, participants must document at least five years of professional music career history.
To make an appointment or for more information, please call MusiCares at (877) 303-6962.
This clinic is sponsored by MusiCares, Local 802, and Smiles Programs: the Mobile Dentists.
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DO YOU USE LS-1 CONTRACTS?
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ALL LS-1 CONTRACTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY JANUARY 15, 2016 for the benefit period that begins MARCH 1, 2016.
Only teaching (private and institutional) and/or solo, live engagements performed between July 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015 can be reported on the LS-1 (i.e. no theater or electronic media work). Please call to discuss any other exceptions.
* If there are multiple employers and/or students, a separate LS-1 contract must be submitted for each one.
* Health contributions CANNOT EXCEED 15 percent of the gross wages.
* Work dues must be included at the time of submission.
* You must be a member in good standing (i.e. all past due work dues and membership dues must be up to date).
* Proof of engagement must be included -- copies of contracts, invoices, pay stubs/vouchers, spreadsheets of private students, etc.
* No benefits will be processed unless all these criteria are met.
For more information or to make an appointment, please contact Bettina Covo at (212) 245-4802, ext. 152 or click here. All checks and completed paperwork should be sent to Bettina Covo, Local 802, 322 West 48th Street, Third Floor, New York, NY 10036.
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SUPPORT OUR CAMPAIGN TO BENEFIT MUSICIANS IN NEED
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LOCAL 802 HOLIDAY PARTY: WEDNESDAY, DEC. 9 AT 5 P.M. HERE AT LOCAL 802. NEXT MEMBERSHIP MEETING: WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10, 2016
AT 5 P.M. HERE AT LOCAL 802.
DID YOU MISS AN ISSUE OF 802 NOTES? OUR ARCHIVES ARE HERE.
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FOR SALE: Cello: Saint Cyr 2003, Model Guadagnini w/Pegheads. Double Bass: Vintage Francesco Ruggieri. Double Bass French bow: Vintage Prosper Colas/w papers. Inquire (click on e-mail address): [email protected]. Photos available.
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GET A LOAN FOR THAT NEW INSTRUMENT YOU'VE BEEN WANTING!
Loan rates have been slashed at the Actors Federal Credit Union. All Local 802 members are invited to join the credit union. Click here for more information on loans.
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