Allegro
Currently Browsing: March, 2012
Eye of the Storm
President's Report
With the recent conclusion of the New York Philharmonic negotiations, we’ve arrived at a relatively calm spot. Or is it the eye of the storm? After a year of almost nonstop negotiations, it appears that we’ve arrived at a relatively
Win money for music school
March 31 is the deadline to apply for this year’s Anne Walker Scholarship prizes. This is the 14th year that members of Local 802 and their children who are pursuing studies in music will have the opportunity to apply for
Working Together, We Can Harness the Power of Our Communities
Guest Commentary
March is Women’s History Month, and as the first woman speaker of the New York City Council, I was delighted to be asked by Local 802 to contribute a guest column to Allegro. I’d like to write about some current
The Musicians’ Voice
The Musicians’ Voice is an open forum for discussion about the state of union affairs. The letters here do not necessarily express the views of Local 802. E-mail letters to Allegro@Local802afm.org or write to Allegro, Local 802, 322 West 48th
Rockin’ Mom
On being a full-time mother and full-time musician
The Web site Rockin’ Moms (www.RockinMoms.com) is dedicated to musicians who are also mothers. The site recently featured pianist, singer and composer Valerie Sciarra, who has been a Local 802 member since 2004. Sciarra has two sons: five-year-old Benny and
Lessons of Leadership
Orchestra committee leaders reflect on what it takes to get the job done What does it take to be a good leader? Those of us who have served in leadership positions know how much of a balancing act it can
Walmart women will not be denied
Legal Corner
Harvey Mars is counsel to Local 802. Legal questions from members are welcome. E-mail them to HsmLaborLaw@HarveyMarsAttorney.com. Harvey Mars’s previous articles in this series are archived at www.HarveyMarsAttorney.com. (Click on “Publications & Articles” from the top menu.) Nothing here or
‘The Universal Language’
Photo: Chris Lee Evangeline Benedetti was a cellist with the New York Philharmonic from 1967 until 2011, and was one of the first women to be accepted into the organization. She has been a member of Local 802 since 1962
How does health insurance treat women?
For women, It is good to know what health programs you can take advantage of. In recognition of Women’s History Month, here is a brief tour of what women should know about health protections and the law. The Newborns’ and
What to do when you’re stressed
Musicians' Assistance Program
The office of the Musicians’ Assistance Program is your one-stop shop for musicians’ health. We offer counseling – both one-on-one and in groups – as well as information on all kinds of social services, including health insurance, food stamps and
‘Sing a Song of Sisterhood: A Praise Song for Thee’
Reminiscences: Women's History Month
Florence Reese (1900-1986) Photo: Greg Hamilton/Highlander Odetta (1930-2008) Photo: West VA. Public Broadcasting Eartha Kitt (1927-2008) Etta James (1938-2012) Photo: Roland Godefroy There’s history…and then there’s “herstory.” The herstory of labor music teaches us that Florence Reese was living in
‘Why we joined the union’
John Isley Stephanie Long Eric DiVito Craig Akin Miles Miller Brett Cimbalik Mark Peters I rejoined Local 802 due to the work I have been doing as a sub on Broadway. My musical goal in New York City is to
Executive Board Minutes
January 17, 2012
Meeting called to order at 11:15 AM. Present: President Gagliardi, Financial Vice President Olcott, Recording Vice President O’Connor, Executive Board members Brandford, Burridge, Cutler, Dougherty, Hyde, Kruvand, Roach, Schwartz, Sharman, Assistant to the President Boyle, New York City Opera negotiating
Bill Crow’s Band Room
An internet friend, Colin, sent me a story he heard from the British jazz tenorman and clubowner Ronnie Scott: “I tried teaching myself to play guitar at one time. I’d get home about 3 a.m. and start playing my little