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The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada (AFM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Blumenthal as director of Symphonic Services and as the Federation’s Assistant Treasurer.
“Jay’s outstanding relationship-building abilities have produced unparalleled excellence in the symphonic employment sector,” says AFM President Ray Hair. “He is well known for promoting open, honest discussion on difficult issues, in difficult times, in a manner that encourages respect and problem-solving.”
Duties and responsibilities: Conduct Elementary Strings, determine seating, select repertoire, mark bowings, coordinate with staff and volunteers, recruit students (this program is dependent on a minimum enrollment of 11 students).
Duties and responsibilities: Conduct Concert Orchestra, oversee Prelude Chamber Ensembles including coaching and hiring of coaches in consultation with Music Director, implement artistic direction as defined by Music Director, judge auditions, determine seating, select repertoire, mark bowings, coordinate with staff and volunteers.
This year I attended the 73rd Western Conference of Locals in Vancouver BC along with our delegate Don Prorak. With 38 delegates representing 34 locals, new AFM President Ray Hair addressed the conference in his usual dynamic style. President Hair reported on settlements with the Recording Musicians Association and Disney productions. He went on to discuss the situation with the Detroit Symphony. A couple observations by President Hair stuck with me:
My wife, Mary Louise, is a professional musician….so we know firsthand how musicians struggle to make a living, while giving pleasure to thousands. I am aware of the concerns Denver’s professional musicians have in the face of orchestral budget cuts, and I look forward to working with you to ensure that Denver’s fine musicians command the compensation they deserve. As Mayor, I will initiate discussions, locally and regionally, to review arts and culture public funding policies, to ensure that fair competitive practices are maintained.
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Professional musicians should know that I’m a strong supporter of a vibrant arts and cultural community. I also recognize that commercial and nonprofit music industries are invaluable assets that provide considerable economic impact. DMA members are responsible for creating this economy, so it’s only fitting that this same economy must provide and grow employment opportunities for professional musicians. If elected Mayor, I can assure you that a strong partnership between the City of Denver, the Arts and related music industries will continue and grow.
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Spanish, Latin, Classical, and original music for guitar in a casually elegant environment.
Wine & Cheese, Westminster. (303) 452-4900
Neil Bridge 7+ with Special Guest "Keyboard CounterPointe" Neil Bridge & Steven Denny fresh from 5 Points Jazz Festival.
Experience Denver's Best Jazz Club with the Denver Jazz Legend, Neil Bridge with his band the Neil Bridge 7+: With 2 Vocalists, 3 Horns, Conga, Bass, Drums, & Neil on Piano.
Wednsday June 29th 7 pm
$10 Cover
Dazzle Restaurant & Lounge, Denver. (303) 753-9206
CBS4 Independence Eve
Sun, July 3 - 8:00PM
Join us for CBS4 Independence Eve presented by BBVA Compass, a free Colorado Symphony concert led by resident conductor Scott ONeil, featuring patriotic favorites with an innovative light show and fireworks display on Sunday, July 3, 2011, in Denvers Civic Center Park (Colfax & Broadway) beginning at 8:00 p.m.
Lawn seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis; arriving early is greatly encouraged, as are blankets or low-rise concert/beach chairs. Attendees are welcome to bring their own picnics; concessions will also be available on-site. CBS4 will also broadcast the event live from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. The event will take place rain or shine.
Produced by the Civic Center Conservancy and The Colorado Symphony, the CBS4 Independence Eve Celebration presented by BBVA Compass is made possible by the generosity of the following community partners: Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, Arts & Venues Denver, PCL Construction, VISIT DENVER, Comcast and The Denver Post Community
Civic Center Park, Denver. (303) 623-7876
Mozart Under Moonlight
Thu, July 7 - 7:30PM
Theres no better place for Mozart than under the moonlight of a beautiful summers eve. Dont miss this opportunity to experience the artistry of the Colorado Symphony, led by resident conductor Scott ONeil, is an all-Mozart program celebrating the genius of the master himself. Journey with the Colorado Symphony back to Mozarts 18th Century world and experience a selection of the greatest masterworks of the Classical era. Mozart Under Moonlight promises to be one of the most memorable, vivid and inspirational concerts of the summer season.
Arvada Center for the Arts, Arvada. (303) 623-7876
Best of Beethoven
Fri, July 8 - 7:30PM
This very first Inside the Score concert was a huge hit among symphony patrons! See it again, or for the first time, as resident conductor Scott ONeil serves up Beethovens greatest delicacies, including the Leonore Overture No. 3, the famous opening of his Fifth Symphony and the Moonlight Sonata.
Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver. (303) 623-7876
Spanish, Latin, Classical, and original music for guitar in a casually elegant environment.
Wine & Cheese, Westminster. (303) 452-4900
Spanish, Latin, Classical, and original music for guitar in a casually elegant environment.
Wine & Cheese, Westminster. (303) 452-4900
Spanish, Latin, Classical, and original music for guitar in a casually elegant environment.
Wine & Cheese, Westminster. (303) 452-4900
