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Feb. 24, 2016 | Send us comments by clicking here.

WANT TO LEARN FROM THE MASTERS?

Local 802 launches Jazz Mentors for emerging and aspiring musicians

Jazz Mentors will connect up-and-coming musicians with some of New York City's premier artists to discuss the business of jazz. JOIN US ON MARCH 10: details below!

Local 802, in partnership with the Council for Living Music, today announced the launch of Jazz Mentors, a new forum for up-and-coming musicians to learn about the business of jazz some of the most successful artists in New York City. The Jazz Mentors forum, "Organizing Your Career: Getting Started in the Business of Jazz," will be led by bassist Bob Cranshaw, clarinetist and saxophonist Paquito D'Rivera, and vocalist Jazzmeia Horn, who will speak about their working lives as musicians and offer ideas to jump-start and sustain a career. These pre-eminent jazz leaders will guide participants through a discussion of some of the most vital aspects of launching a career, including: representation, touring, protecting your recordings in digital formats, the impact of streaming services and building a secure financial future. Located at Local 802, the informal setting will allow for a free flowing exchange between the audience and the renowned artists, encouraging full audience participation and interaction.

"It is vital that we ensure that emerging artists across the city have the knowledge and skills necessary to fulfill the promise of their enormous creativity and artistic passion," said Local 802 President Tino Gagliardi. "By providing the public with access to real-world advice and mentorship from some of our most successful colleagues, Local 802 is helping support the artistic and financial health of the entire arts community."

"The music industry is always changing and innovating, and today, with streaming services like Apple Music and Tidal changing how people get their music, that is especially the case," said Christian McBride, GRAMMY winning bassist and Local 802 member. "As musicians, we have to stay ahead of the curve in terms of information, particularly in matters of business so that we can make the most informed decisions possible regarding our careers."

WHO'S WHO
Bassist Bob Cranshaw has been a leading figure in the jazz world for decades, having performed with many of America's greatest jazz musicians, including Sonny Rollins, Lee Morgan, Sarah Vaughan, Horace Silver, Ella Fitzgerald, McCoy Tyner, Clark Terry and Bob Brookmeyer, among many others.

Clarinetist, saxophonist and composer Paquito D'Rivera, a winner of fourteen GRAMMY Awards, has had an extraordinary jazz, Latin and classical music career. In addition to an extensive and diverse discography of over 30 solo albums, Mr. D'Rivera has founded numerous ensembles around the world, including the Orquesta Cubana de Musica Moderna, Irakere, United Nation Orchestra, Chamber Jazz Ensemble, Paquito D'Rivera Big Band and Paquito D'Rivera Quintet.

Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn, winner of the 2015 Thelonious Monk Institute International Jazz Competition and the 2013 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, has quickly established herself as a rising star of the jazz world. Ms. Horn has performed at many of the city's premier venues, including the Lenox Lounge, Apollo Theater, Blue Note, Minton's, Jazz Standard, Smalls Jazz Club, Zinc, Jazz Gallery and Birdland, as well as many national and international venues with her group, The Artistry of Jazz Horn.

QUICK INFO
Where: Local 802

When: Wednesday, March 10 at 6 p.m.

Cost: FREE, but RSVP now to guarantee a spot
More info: Todd Weeks (e-mail here or call 212-245-4802, ext. 185)

CONGRATS TO OUR GRAMMY WINNERS!

Congratulations to all of our members who won Grammys this year, and a special shout-out to the musicians of Hamilton, which won best musical theatre album! Complete list is here.

THE INSIDE SCOOP

Listen to

an exclusive interview between Local 802 President Tino Gagliardi and Broadway producer Ken Davenport!

Tino Gagliardi's conversation with Ken Davenport (producer of "Kinky Boots" and many more) covers the challenges of being a pit musician, how Local 802 relates to technology, what the 2003 Broadway musicians' strike was all about, what Broadway producers should do before they decide on an orchestra size, and...the biggest myth about Broadway musicians -- and why it's just not true! You've never heard insights like this before. To listen now, click here.

MONEY FOR GIGS? YES!

you have organized a performance that is free and open to the public (including nursing home gigs, clinics, etc), the Music Performance Trust Fund may be able to help pay you and your band members. (Details apply.)

Hurry -- our fiscal year ends on April 30! For more information, contact Marisa Freidman at Local 802 by clicking here or call (212) 245-4802, ext. 130.

MAKE NEW CONTACTS BY ATTENDING A NETWORKING MEETING AT LOCAL 802

Would

you like to share networking tips with fellow musicians? Local 802's monthly Musicians Networking Group is ready for you!

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 Tuesday, March 22, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. here at Local 802. It's free, but RSVP's are required*. Limited same-day registrations are available as space allows. Presented by Local 802 and the Actors Fund.

*To RSVP now, click here.

MARY WHITAKER CASE
GOES TO COURT

As many know, Local 802 member Mary Whitaker was murdered on Aug. 20, 2014 at her home in Chautauqua, New York. She was only 61 when she was killed and she had been a member since 1976.

Both murderers have pled guilty, and you may attend the sentencings.

As of now, the sentencing date for both defendants in federal court is Wednesday, March 9 at 2 p.m. (Conklin) and 3 p.m. (Sanford). The federal courthouse is located at 2 Niagara Square, Buffalo, NY 14202. You will need to bring a photo ID to enter the building. Please allow time to go through security at the courthouse. SPECIAL NOTE: The day before the trial, you are advised to send an e-mail to Connie Lorber* to confirm that that the date and times have not changed, which sometimes occurs. (*Connie Lorber is a violist in the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and is volunteering to help with this question.)

The sentencing in state court is currently scheduled to take place the next day, Thursday, March 10, starting at 1:30 p.m. with the first defendant. After the first defendant is sentenced, there will time in between as the second defendant is transferred to the courthouse from the jail across the street. The Chautauqua County Courthouse is located at 1 North Erie Street, Mayville, NY 14757.

HOW HAVE YOU OVERCOME STAGE FRIGHT?

Local 802's Allegro magazine would like to do a story about overcoming stage fright. We'd like to hear from musicians who have suffered and overcome stage fright, including the use of therapy, meditation, mindfulness, other techniques -- and even medications like beta-blockers and tranquilizers. The point of the story would be to help other musicians overcome stage fright by sharing success stories. If you're interested in learning more, e-mail Allegro editor Mikael Elsila by clicking here.

NEXT LOCAL 802 MEMBERSHIP MEETING: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 at 5 P.M. AT LOCAL 802

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