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[POSTPONED] American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers celebrates 80 years

* THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE *

The American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers (ASMAC) will celebrate their 80th anniversary on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 at the Skirball Cultural Center.

“In addition to celebrating and presenting a tribute to 80 years of wonderful music created by our award winning arrangers, composers and orchestrators, ASMAC is honored to recognize the multi Grammy Award-winning music producer, songwriter and composer Walter Afanasieff with our 2018 President’s Award,” announced Gayle Levant, President of ASMAC. Continue reading →

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Tony & Me

The unlikely and continuing musical journey of a lifetime … so far

Guest Column by Gregg Field, 2018 Emmy Winner: Outstanding Music Direction, “Tony Bennett: The Library of Congress – Gershwin Prize for Popular Song”

Gregg Field holds his Emmy for his musical direction on “Tony Bennett: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Poplar Song.” A multiple Grammy winner, this marks Field’s first Emmy win. [Courtesy Gregg Field]

I had no idea how or why as a teenager I fell in love with Tony Bennett’s music. It happened sometime in the early seventies. I was a young kid playing drums in my high school jazz band in the San Francisco east bay area with all the dreams of making it as a pro someday.

Tony Bennett would regularly appear two or three times a year at the Fairmont hotel Venetian Room in San Francisco. Whenever he was in town, I would drag my girlfriend, who would have much preferred to be at the Fillmore to Tony’s buttoned down, coat and tie concert. Continue reading →

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Making the Film of a Lifetime

The incredible journey of ‘Matt and Maya’

by Linda A. Rapka

Sometimes when making a film, what goes on behind the scenes makes for a compelling story all its own. And one would be hard pressed to find a more impressive example than the story of “Matt and Maya.”

It all began at the Motion Picture and Television Fund, a not-for-profit charity located in Woodland Hills founded in 1921 to serve members of the entertainment industry as a retirement and assisted living facility, as well as a creative space for individuals to thrive in their later years. Among the many programs offered to MPTF residents include opportunities to create films and television programs that are broadcast on a closed-circuit station on the property. Continue reading →

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November 2018 Overture Online: Vote Union Strong

Overture Online
November 2018


Vote Union Strong
Your labor-friendly voter guide

Local 47 Election
What you need to know about our biennial general election on Dec. 11

Spotlight: Vijay Gupta
‘Violinist for Skid Row’ wins MacArthur Genius Grant

The Met Contract
What you need to Know about the Metropolitan & Community Orchestra agreement

and more!

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Overture Online is optimized for reading via smartphone or tablet. For those without access to a smart device, issues may be viewed on a web browser here. Local 47 members may download archived pdf versions from the members section at afm47.org.

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Do Not Work For Alert: Steve Trudell / Trudell Orchestras

Please be advised that the Josh Groban concert taking place at the Forum on Saturday, Oct. 27 is currently a non-union engagement.

If you are contacted to perform by Steve Trudell/Trudell Orchestras, please be aware that at this time it is a non-union date with no union contract protections. Steve Trudell/Trudell Orchestras is currently on the American Federation of Musicians International Unfair List. Continue reading →

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H&W: Eligibility and Enrollment Mailings Begin in November

HAVE YOU HAD A CHANGE OF ADDRESS?

The Professional Musicians Local 47 and Employers’ Health & Welfare Fund (“Fund”) will soon be determining eligibility for benefit coverage effective January 1, 2019. Important Contribution and enrollment information will be mailed out by the Fund; if you don’t complete and return this information on a timely basis it could negatively affect your ability to enroll or qualify for coverage with the Fund. If you have moved within the past year or you are new to the Health and Welfare enrollment process, PLEASE verify your address with the Fund’s administrative office. Continue reading →

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Final Note: Dorothy Compinsky

Former Life Member. Violin
11/13/1923 – 10/3/2018

Dorothy Compinsky (November 13, 1923 – October 3, 2018), was a violinist and teacher and a life member of Local 47. She was born in Pocatello, Idaho.  Her father was a railroad worker who played violin and banjo, and so introduced her to the joys of music.  Her mother played piano and was a school teacher for a time, and later became a professional dressmaker.  Continue reading →

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Update your directory profile

Is Your Directory Info Current?

Be sure your contact information is up to date in the upcoming 2019 Member Directory Book. Please visit afm47.org/directory to submit any changes to your profile.

The deadline for submissions has been extended to Nov. 15, 2018. 

You may also call 323.462.2161 to review your information on file.

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All members receive 10% off any size ad! Reserve your ad space by Dec. 3, 2018.
View rates & specs @ afm47.org/directoryads

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