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Orchestration I & II classes taught by Dr. Norman Ludwin

AFM Local 47 presents two eight-week courses:

Orchestration I

Saturdays: June 21 – Aug. 23*
(*no classes July 12 or 19)
10 am – 1 pm @ Local 47
Class sessions involve score study, instrumental demonstrations, and performance and discussion of student assignments. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of music fundamentals; e.g. notes, keys, scales, meter, etc. The course will culminate with a recording by professionals of an orchestration for seven players written by the students (fee for the musicians will be collected by the instructor).

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Orchestration II

Saturdays: Sept. 13 – Oct. 25
10 am – 1 pm @ Local 47
Students will analyze selected excerpts from orchestral film scores by Michael Giacchino, Thomas Newman, Chris Young and more, and compose sketches for various ensembles and orchestral configurations. The course will culminate with a recording by professionals of an original chamber work for seven players (string quintet, oboe and horn) written by the students.

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Dr. Norman Ludwin

Dr. Norman Ludwin

Offered as a paired course or individually. Free to Local 47 members in good standing. Space is limited. Call to reserve your spot today!

Taught by Dr. Norman Ludwin: instrumentalist, composer, arranger, publisher, and professional bassist who has played on hundreds of feature film and television scores.

For more information or to reserve your spot, contact Jeff Surga: 323.993.3179, jeff.surga@promusic47.org

Investing for Musicians: Free seminars for members

Do you have the information you need to make decisions about your financial goals?

At these Financial Workshops, you’ll learn:

  • Key features of bonds, stocks and mutual funds
  • Steps you can take to plan for retirement

You may attend one or both classes:

Class 1: Rules of the Road and Take Stock in the Market
Saturday, June 7, 1:30 – 4 pm

Class 2: Focus on Fixed Income and Outlook and Opportunities: The Game Plan Hasn’t Changed
Saturday, June 14, 1:30 – 4 pm

@ AFM Local 47 Serena Kay and Earl Williams Auditorium

Free for Local 47 members

Taught by Janelle Samples, MBA, an investment professional with prior experience in the music industry, who wants to help her peers retire successfully. Sessions will cover investing in stocks, bonds, asset allocation, and tips that help people sleep better at night. RSVP to: janelle.samples@gmail.com, (310) 754-5209

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