DEADPOOL grossed a record-breaking $132.7 million over the three-day Valentine’s Day/Presidents’ Day weekend, one of the best showings of all time for a superhero movie and shattering all expectations. Continue reading
YOLA Harmony Project Goes Live at Super Bowl 50
Student youth orchestra performs with Coldplay during the big game’s halftime show
Classical music gained some major cool points on Super Bowl Sunday when members of Harmony Project’s Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (YOLA) led by Maestro Gustavo Dudamel performed during the halftime show with Coldplay. Continue reading
H&W: Handy Blue Shield App for Your Phone
A message from the Professional Musicians, Local 47 and Employers’ Health & Welfare Fund:
In today’s on-the-go-wireless world, many of us rely on phone apps for almost every daily need. Well, it was only a matter of time before health insurers would get into app development and releases.
For Blue Shield, that time has arrived and if you are a Fund participant who has enrolled for the Blue Shield coverage, you can download the Blue Shield Mobile App for your smart phone (assuming, of course, your phone is compatible with the app). As they say: “There’s an app for that!” Continue reading
RMALA Meeting Feb 18, 7:30 at The Bridge
RMALA MEMBERSHIP MEETING
RMALA Members only – join/renew here!
Thursday, February 18, 2016, 7:30 pm
at
The Bridge
736 Salem St, Glendale, CA 91203
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Free Income Tax Preparation and Family Resource Fair
Thousands of dollars could be yours this tax season thanks to the state and federal earned income tax credit. The Board of Equalization and Chairman Jerome E. Horton will host Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) events where low-to-moderate income families will be eligible to file their taxes for free.
Local 47 is a proud partner in the VITA program and encourages all members to learn more about this important assistance resource.
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Final Note: Ray Colcord
Life Member. Piano
(12/24/1949 – 2/5/2016)
By Dan Foliart
It is with deep sadness that I report the passing of my dear friend, Ray Colcord.
To say that Ray was courageous, would be a gross understatement, as his valiant battle with pancreatic cancer over four years, not only defied all odds, it redefined to all who knew him what the words courage and determination truly mean. During most of those four years we were running companions, with Ray, even in his weakened condition, always the winner as he truly is today. Participating in several LA marathons was always one of his most prized accomplishments. Continue reading
John Williams Receives Lifetime Contribution to Hollywood Award
Renowned composer, Local 47 member John Williams was honored at the 2016 Made in Hollywood Honors event for his works including the locally scored “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” (Photo by Linda A. Rapka/AFM Local 47)
Made In Hollywood Honors event honors renowned composer for works including L.A.-scored ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’
Story & photos by Linda A. Rapka/AFM Local 47
Entertainment industry VIPs, local union officials and political leaders celebrated this year’s Oscar-nominated films made here in California at the Made In Hollywood Honors Oscar event Feb. 4, 2016. Continue reading
Members vote YES in the ‘Time Is Now’ Referendum – President’s Report (Feb 2016)
Local 47 President John Acosta wrote the following “Time Is Now” referendum update in his February Overture Online column:
“I am happy to report that our referendum has qualified with over 3,200 Ballots cast! Not only did the referendum qualify, 80% of those ballots cast said ‘yes,’ in an overwhelming majority vote in favor of selling and relocating. What an exciting time for our Union! Continue reading
February 2016 Overture Online: Black History Month
Overture Online
February 2016
Cover Story:
Black History Month
Remembering Our Union’s Path to Integration
Also in this issue:
Members Vote YES!
Membership approves the sale of the Vine Street headquarters property; AFM Local 47 looks toward a bright future
Jazz Goes to School During Black History Month
LA Jazz Society and Local 47 musicians bring America’s music to elementary schoolchildren
LA Labor Celebrates the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Local 47 joins labor leaders from throughout the Southland at annual breakfast
Free Income Tax Preparation and Family Resource Fair
Brought to you by the Board of Equalization
and more!
The Overture Online app is available FREE in the Apple App Store & Google Play:
Overture Online is optimized for reading via smartphone or tablet. For those without access to a smart device, this issue may be viewed on a web browser (must have flash enabled). Local 47 members may download archived pdf versions from the members section at afm47.org.
15.5 Million Tune in to ‘Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors’
Composers Mark Leggett (left) and Velton Ray Bunch (right) with Dolly Parton. Photo by Crystal Mangano
Dolly Parton’s childhood came to life on NBC this past December, drawing the biggest viewing audience for an original television movie since 2011. “Coat of Many Colors,” watched by 15.5 million viewers, is based on Parton’s early years growing up in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. Continue reading