Official Publication of the Detroit Federation of Musicians – Local 5, AFM, AFL-CIO

Volume 78 Number 3 Keynote Q3, 2015

Free dental •In Memoriam• clinic for musicians

Home of the Pros Semi-annual Membership Meeting Special Features in This Issue Financial resolutions to be considered • President Troia’s memories of Marcus (specifics on page 8) Belgrave, Tony Russo in “Music • No. 1: Youth membership Stand,” beginning on page 1 • No. 2: Article II, Membership Section 3 • AFM Pension Fund basics, page 6 (related to dues) • Tribute to labor lawyer Harry Lester by Ed Zelenak, page 10 Monday, OCTOBER 19, 7 pm Local 5 Hospitality Room • 30/50-Year Party of 2015 photo coverage appears on pages 14–17 Keynote 3rd Quarter 2015 LIVE Links to What’s in This Issue

The Music Stand ...... 1 Classified Advertisement ...... 12 Election 2015 Results ...... 2 Tempo Contributions ...... 12 WindWords ...... 3 MusiCares Musician Dental Clinic . . . . 13 DFM Referral Gigs ...... 4 30/50-Year Party Photos ...... 14-17 Labor Day Parade Details ...... 4. Welcome, New Members . . . . . 19-20 AFM Pension Fund 101 ...... 6 Member Newsline ...... 20 Local 5 Resolutions 1 and 2 ...... 8 Member Directory Info ...... 21-22 Comparison of AFM Locals ...... 9 About eBilling Notification ...... 22 Harry Lester Tribute ...... 10 Executive Board Minutes ...... 23-28 Local 5 Support Line ...... 12 Closing Chord ...... 27 Comedy Corner ...... 12 Detroit Musicians Fund Gifts ...... 28

Calendar of Local 5 Events Our Advertisers Local 5 Office Closings • Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 7 (parade details, page 4) These fine folks helped bring you this issue • Columbus Day: Monday, Oct. 12 of Keynote . Your support will assure their • Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 3 continued advertising . September 10, Thursday Bugs Beddow ...... 5 Free MusiCares dental clinic for musicians Detroit Musicians Fund ...... 18 October 1, Thursday Johnny Rodriguez ...... 11 Due date for 4th quarter dues McKenzie Academy of Music ...... 22 October 15, Thursday WSU Music Department ...... 7 Closing deadline for 4th quarter Keynote materials October 19, Monday Semi-annual Membership Meeting (see info above) The Music Stand by George Troia, Jr. Local 5 We’re Back.... President

ello Again, Hello, Hello My Friend, Hello,” just val come due, and in 2017 it will be the Detroit Symphony “Hvery happy to borrow these lyrics from Neil Orchestra, the seven signatories of the Community Orches- Diamond, Conway Twitty and Alan Lindgren as a way of tra Agreement, the Fisher Theatre, and the Detroit Opera reintroducing myself to you for the next three years! I am House. We will continue to work toward growing the mem- again honored, humbled and thrilled to continue working bership, which is nearly at the same level we were at three for you, and I sincerely want to thank those of you who years ago, 900 plus. We work daily at increasing our visibility voted in the most recent election. I will use this edition of to the public through social media as well as a hands-on ap- “The Music Stand”to inform you of changes, look ahead proach by going out to our schools, colleges and local ven- at what we expect to encounter over the next three years, ues. I will also work for some basic services that I promised and again ask for your help. I will also take a moment to re- in my initial campaign, like a printed, published directory flect back on two gentlemen that gave us so much through – something we have not had since 2006. There is much to their music as both performers and teachers. do and I look forward to doing it! I would like to extend a sincere thank you to our outgo- ing board members, Robert Conway (12 years) and Alonza October 19: A Very Important Mackenzie (8 years) for their service to Local 5. Welcome Semi-Annual Meeting back to incumbents, Vice-President Douglas Cornelsen, At our semi-annual meeting in the fall of 2013, you gra- Secretary-Treasurer Susan Barna Ayoub, Executive Board ciously approved an assessment in our annual dues that Members Paul Onachuk, Dave Denniston and Robert contributed to our finally being able to balance our bud- Lymperis, and a warm welcome to our new members, get. We again have two resolutions scheduled to be voted Lynne Marie Mangan and Patrick Zelenak. Congratula- on at our semi-annual meeting on Monday, October 19. tions to our Delegate, Mike McGowan, and new Alternate continued on page 2 Delegate, Dave Horger. Also, a sincere thank you to our Election Committee – Michael McGillivray, Ben Pruitt, Sr., and Pat Terry-Ross.

There’s Much to Do As you will discover by reading this edition of the Keynote, we have been hard at work helping you make the most of music. Personally, it is my goal to get things done – some of which will be quite visible, such as repaving our parking lot and actually being able to pay for it! Others are not so vis- ible, unless you work under one of the many agreements we have renegotiated and will continue to do so. All agreements are expected to come up for renegotiation during the next three years, starting this summer with the FOX (Olympia LE N KATZ President George Troia welcomed guitarist Pat Metheny of Entertainment), which has already begun. In 2016, we will Kansas City Local 34-627 when he appeared at the Detroit see the Michigan Opera Theatre and the Detroit Jazz Festi- Jazz Festival Announcement event . The Music Stand, continued from page 1

Keynote One is for a special youth member- Local 5. Later that very same week, Editor ship that we can offer students in we lost Marcus Belgrave, who died on George Troia, Jr . an effort to attract young people to May 23, at the age of 78. Both shared Managing Editor the Federation. The other would be a passion for music with their playing, Susan Barna Ayoub to leave the assessed dues increase in but also nurtured several generations Graphic Designer our dues structure. We believe both are of musicians through their teaching. Virginia L . Hunt necessary for us to move forward to a Both were also lifetime members of Printed by solvent future. We also feel that we are the union, which we deeply appreci- Messenger Printing Service still fairly and reasonably priced in the ated. I was privileged to have known Published by hierarchy of annual dues compared to and worked along side both. Detroit Federation of Musicians other cities around the country. Please When Tony came to the 30/50- Local 5, make every effort to attend our semi- Year Party a year ago in May, he con- American Federation of Musicians annual meeting. gratulated me on my presidency and Keynote Ad Rates told me how much he enjoyed my ar- Full page $225 .00 Anthony (Tony) Russo and ticles. I in turn not only thanked him 2/3 page $155 .00 Marcus Belgrave for the compliment but also thanked 1/2 page $120 .00 By this writing, most of you will al- him for his mentoring over the years 1/3 page $80 .00 ready know of the passings I referred to and being such a great role model. I 1/4 page $60 .00 1/6 page $40 .00 above. On May 18, 2015, we lost long- also told him that with guys like him 1/8 page $30 .00 time member Anthony (Tony) Russo. to emulate, how could I go wrong? I 25% discount to members He was 93 and a 75-year member of continued on page 5 All ads must be union compliant. Election Follow-up Call for rate card and full details . LocalLocal 5 2012 5 2015 Election A very special round of applause goes Materials deadlines: January 15, ElectionResults Results April 15, July 15, October 15 to our Election Committee for the Ballots Counted 364 unseen time and effort they put into LOCAL 5 Committees President assuring that fairness ruled. Thanks, George Troia, Jr .* 345 Fox Theatre Negotiating Com- Michael McGillivray (chair), mittee: David Denniston, Christa Vice President Doug Cornelsen* 341 Benjamin Pruitt, Sr., and Grix, Paul Onachuk, George Troia, Patricia Terry-Ross. And thanks, Susan Barna Ayoub Secretary-Treasurer Susan Barna Ayoub* 357 also, to everyone who participated in Local 5 Development Commit- Executive Board this exercise in democracy. tee: George Troia, Susan Barna Paul N. Onachuk* 317 Ayoub; David Denniston; Alonza Patrick J . Zelenak* 310 McKenzie; Paul Onachuk, Patrick Robert L . Lymperis* 309 Zelenak David Denniston* 305 Lynne Marie Mangan* 303 AFM Convention Delegate Michael McGowan* 248 Detroit Federation of David Horger (Alternate) 83 * Elected to Office Musicians AFM Local 5.

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 2 ceive a death benefit (with the excep- tion of a legal spouse). This is not the AFM Local 5 same as the beneficiary card you have on by Susan “Home of the Pros” file with Local 5 for life insurance. Barna Ayoub, Local 5 President Resolution No. 2: Dues George Troia, Jr ., ext . 1 Secretary- pres@detroitmusicians .net Treasurer As you can see from Resolution No. Vice President 2, posted on page 8, your officers and Douglas Cornelsen dcl2dso@sbcglobal .net executive board are asking you to Secretary-Treasurer ure has been a long time since make permanent the temporary in- Susan Barna Ayoub, ext . 3 Swe brought you an edition of the crease in membership dues you ap- sec-tres@detroitmusicians .net Executive Board Keynote! In each Local 5 election proved in 2013. Local 5 had not raised David Denniston year, the 2nd Quarter issue comes out its dues in many years. The increase Robert Lymperis Lynn Marie Mangan about one month early. So, we have you approved gave us the first bal- Paul N. Onachuk lots of info for you in this publication! anced budget we have had in a num- Patrick Zelenak ber of years. A.F. of M. Convention Delegate Another Free Dental Clinic Michael McGowan Since 2013, we have continued to David Horger – Alternate First of all, I’m happy to announce review our income and expenses. Our President Emeritus Gordon Stump that Local 5, MusiCares and the Mo- CPA, Paul Walter, continues to advise DME Referral Agent bile Dentists will once again collab- us that we must focus on increasing Mary Johnstone, ext . 4 orate to bring to you a Free Dental revenue, in order to build our savings. pros@detroitmusicians .net mary@detroitmusicians .net Clinic on Thursday, September 10. Prior to asking you for the increase, Membership Administration Please see page 13 for information on I had researched the reports that the Membership, ext . 6 & 0 local5@detroitmusicians .net how to apply. Appointments must be AFM locals in the US (not Canada) Local 5 Agent scheduled in advance. Note: All pro- provide annually to the US Labor Ralphe Armstrong fessional musicians may participate Department. At that time, in terms of LA3501@aol .com Address & Telephone – not only members of Local 5. So, the number of members, Local 5 was 20833 Southfield Road, Suite 103 please make your appointment early! #10. In terms of assets, we were #20. Southfield, Michigan 48075 248 .569 .5400 And, in terms of the amount charged Fax Number Pension News for All Members for membership dues, we were in a General Office: 248.569.4716 On page 6, there are Pension Basics 6-way tie for #40. Website www .detroitmusicians .net for you. This is key information for Recently, I went back to the US Hours you about the American Federation Labor Department website to see Monday – Friday, 10 am – 4 pm of Musicians and Employers Pension how we compare now – two years Holiday Closings New Year’s Day, M .L . King Day, Fund – whether you are new to the later. You will see on page 9 we are Presidents’ Day, Good Friday, union or not, symphony player or still #10 based on number of mem- Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, freelancer. Please take a moment to bers, still #20 in assets and now in a Thanksgiving Day and Friday after, study it. 4-way tie for #26 based on the tem- Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve An important note that appears at porary increase you approved. What All views and opinions expressed in the end that I would also like to em- does this mean? We have not lost Keynote articles by non-elected mem- phasize here: If you have no benefi- ground compared to our colleagues bers are those of the authors them- selves and do not necessarily reflect ciary on file with the AFM-EPF and and are still a great deal! the opinions or policy of the Keynote staff or the Board of Directors of the you become vested and die before Bottom line: We need to maintain Detroit Federation of Musicians . your benefit begins, no one will re- continued on page 4 Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 3 WindWords, continued from page 3 Honoring Our Own the current membership dues level in order to build on the On May 9, the Detroit Blues Society paid tribute to ac- service we give you. And, we need your involvement in claimed blues guitarist, harmonica player, composer and order to do that. Please plan to attend the October Mem- Local 5 member Eddie Burns in an event at Detroit’s bership Meeting to listen, discuss and vote on this very Scarab Club. (Mr Burns had passed away in 2012.) At the important matter. suggestion of Local 5 member Aaron “Little Sonny” Wil- lis, I presented a Proclamation of Respect from the Local Resolution No. 2: Youth Members 5 Executive Board to his daughter, Marie Burns McDade. Moving to Resolution No. 1: It’s clear that we need to in- Finally, please allow me to once again express my deep- vest in the future – meaning, invest in young musicians and est appreciation to you for placing your trust in me. I can- their education about the importance of collective action. not thank you enough for granting me the opportunity to To that end, Local 5’s board made a decision last year to continue to serve you in the capacity of Secretary/Trea- recommend to you that we take advantage of the AFM by- surer, and I do not take that responsibility lightly. law that allows locals to adjust the amount Youth Members Until autumn...... What? sba (those under the age of 21) are charged for membership. On page 8 you will find a resolution that was presented at the 2014 October Semi-Annual Membership Meet- ing. At that time, we did not have a quorum and therefore could not vote on this. We would like to make this reso- lution a part of an initiative that involves young people It’s That in the union in order for them to understand right from the beginning its importance to their careers throughout Time Again: their lives as professional musicians. With only nine mem- bers under the age of 21 in Local 5, this will not cut into Labor Day our bottom line. But it will increase our possibilities for the future. Please give this some thought and join us at the Parade Info meeting on Monday, October 19. Date: Monday, September 7, 2015 Place: Corner of Michigan and Trumbull DFM Referral Gigs Time: Meet at 8:30 am to step off at 9 am Date Leader Players City Attire: Local 5 blue T-shirt, comfortable shoes 4/1 Cliff Erickson 1 Denton, TX We will furnish a free cotton T if you need one . 4/19 Dennis Carter 2 West Bloomfield 4/23 Pamela Wise 1 Detroit Route: Michigan Ave . to UAW Ford Building 5/1 Sean Smith 1 Detroit (formerly Veterans Memorial) 5/5 José Riojas 1 Westland adjacent to Hart Plaza 5/16 Faith Demorest 1 Flat Rock 5/22 Silven Koltyk 1 Bloomfield Hills Afterward, all are invited to stay for the UAW (aka Phil Cole) Labor Fest at the UAW Ford Building . 5/24 Cliff Erickson 1 Kimball, MI 6/13 Michael Mainguth 1 Grosse Pointe Farms 6/15 Ola Hemphill 1 Detroit 6/24 Ed Pelts 1 Detroit

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Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 4 The Music Stand, continued from page 2 for a six-week run at the Music Hall in 1976, and then on recording dates for Johnny Allen. was very honored to present him with his recognition of While attending the University of Michigan, one of 75 years of membership in Local 5 that day. my trumpet playing friends was talking about Marcus and Tony’s work at Dearborn High produced members of I mentioned that I knew him. When he asked if Marcus the Detroit Symphony, various other symphonies, and would consider taking him on as a student, I said I did not popular groups like the Mark Phillips Band. He was active know, but gave him his phone number. Marcus did indeed as a performer on trombone and violin, and played with take him on, and when I hear this person play today I hear his own big band and combo, as well as being a freelancer, the Marcus influence there. Of all the playing he did none leading the Tony Russo Concert Band, and was a benefac- was more touching than hearing him at Ed Nuccilli’s fu- tor of the Dearborn Symphony. neral. Marcus played with oxygen tank in tow and tubes in We cannot talk enough about the influence Marcus Bel- his nose. I will never forget what a heartfelt genuine hu- grave had on generations of musicians in Detroit. I believe man being he was. I first met him in Eddie Nuccilli’s Plural Circle, where we God bless both of our fallen brothers and rest assured would again play together before Ed’s passing in 2008. I the music will play on because we had people like you to have fond memories of playing the musical Selma with him inspire us!

Tony Russo accepts his 75-year membership certificate from Marcus Belgrave (left), attends a live concert with longtime President George Troia at the 2014 30/50-Year Party . musical companion Johnny Allen .

Important Semi-Annual Membership Meeting Monday, October 19, 7:00 pm • financial resolutions to be considered • networking to satisfy your social needs • refreshments to make your tummy happy Local 5 Hospitality Room

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 5 AFM Pension Fund 101* Retirement may be far off in the distant future for you, but time will not wait until you are less busy and can think about it. Hey, it just passes – especially when you’re not paying attention. Below is some basic information to help you start the planning process, and the sooner you start, the bigger your bottom line will be when you need income up the road. he American Federation of Musicians and Employ- • You reach age 65 while you are still a Participant, or Ters’ Pension Fund (AFM-EPF) was created in 1959 to • You reach age 55, are Fully Vested, and retire from all ensure that musicians would have access to a defined ben- Covered Employment. The amount of your Regular efit pension plan upon their retirement. It is administered Pension Benefit is calculated based on (1) the total con- by a Board of Trustees made up of both union officers and tributions made on your behalf and (2) your age when employer representatives. The AFM-EPF is protected un- you begin receiving your pension. der the Employee Retirement Income Security Act. For example: If you earn $10,000/year in covered earn- ings for 20 years with a pension contribution of 10%, con- You are eligible to participate in the Fund if: tributions of $20,000 would have been made on your be- • You are employed as a musician or by the Federation, half. and Based on the current return rate of $1.00 per $100 con- • Your employer has entered into a Collective Bargaining tributed, you would receive a monthly check of $200.00 Agreement, Pension Participation Agreement or signed beginning at age 65. In less than 9 years (before age 73), an LS-1 Contract that agrees to make contributions to you will have received back all of your $20,000 contri- the Fund on your behalf. bution. In another 4 years (before age 77) you will have You will become a Participant of the Fund once: received a total of $28,800 from the fund. In addition to • You earn $750 in Covered Earnings (i.e. under any of being more than your pension contribution, this is also the above named agreements) during any calendar year more than the work dues you paid on the covered earn- – as of the beginning of that year. ings and more than the membership dues you paid during those years. You become vested (i.e. entitled to benefits) once: • You complete 5 years of Vesting Service (i.e. employ- Registering at the AFM-EPF Website: ment during which you have a specified amount of If you have at least 1/4 year Vesting Service and have re- Covered Earnings), or ceived an annual Covered Earnings Report, you will have • You reach age 65 and have been a Participant for 5 or received your Pension ID number and will be able to reg- more years. ister at www.afm-epf.org. You earn Vesting Service based on your Covered Earn- • You will be able to view your annual Covered Earnings ings in each calendar year, by the following schedule: Reports from 2000 to the present. Covered Earnings = years of Vesting Service • You can use the online Pension Calculator to see the $3,000+ (per calendar year) 1 approximate monthly benefit you are on track to re- $750 (per calendar year) ¼ ceive between the ages of 55 and 65. Important: If you have no beneficiary on file with the If you earn between $750 and $3,000 in a calendar year, AFM-EPF and you become vested and die before your the years of Vesting Service are calculated to be between ¼ benefit begins, no one will receive a death benefit (with and 1 full year. the exception of a legal spouse). This is not the same as the beneficiary card you have on file with Local 5 for life insurance. You will become eligible to receive a Regular Pen- sion Benefit if you file a complete application with * IMPORTANT: This information is basic and has the Fund Office and: been necessarily simplified for space considerations.

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Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 7 LetLet YourYour VoiceVoice BeBe HeardHeard These resolutions and other issues that are critical to Local 5 members will be on the agenda at the Semi-annual Membership Meeting on Monday, October 19, at 7 pm. All members are urged to attend and participate.

Resolution No. 1: Youth Membership Whereas, young members are essential to the growth of a. Local 5 shall establish a Youth Membership classification, Local 5 and its sustainability into the future, and which shall enable musicians 20 years or younger to join Whereas, the cost to maintain membership in the union is the union as Youth Members and remain in that classifi- a particular burden for young musicians, and cation until their 21st birthday. b. Youth Members shall have all of the rights and obli- Whereas, musicians under the age of 21 currently com- gations that Regular Members have, and they shall be prise only 9 out of 906 members, and subject to all Federation and Local rules, regulations and Whereas, the Bylaws of the American Federation of Mu- Bylaws. sicians allow locals to adjust the periodic membership c. A Youth Member shall pay quarterly dues at the same dues rate charged to Youth Members, defined in the AFM rate as Regular Members rate of $24 per quarter (or $96 Bylaws as a classification that enables people 20 years or per year) as set by Local 5, and Work Dues where ap- younger to join the Local as Youth Members and remain in plicable, but shall not pay Local or Federation Initiation that classification until their 21st birthday, and Fees. In order to moderate the cost of Youth members to Furthermore, whereas, the importance of enabling the Local, such members will receive electronic Keynotes young people to learn more about what it is to be a profes- and invoices only, not hard copies mailed via the US sional musician and – especially – to encourage familiarity Postal Service. with unions in a younger generation during this time in which the State of Michigan maintains the anti-union des- Submitted by the Executive Board ignation of “Right-to-Work,” therefore, be it of the Detroit Federation of Musicians on 7/11/14 Resolved, in accordance with Article 9, Section 3(b) of the Bylaws of the American Federation of Musicians, that Resubmitted by the Executive Board Article II, Section 4(c) of the Bylaws of the Detroit Federa- of the Detroit Federation of Musicians tion of Musicians, which governs Youth Membership, be on 6/18/15 amended to read as follows:

Resolution No. 2: Article II, Membership Section 3 (Dues) Whereas, the membership of the Detroit Federation of Whereas, we would like to continue to improve the fi- Musicians, AFM Local 5 overwhelmingly voted for a tem- nancial condition of the local, porary assessment in membership dues of $10 per year for Therefore, Be It Resolved that the $10 assessment rati- 2014 and 2015, raising regular annual dues from $150 to fied at the October 2013 Semi-Annual Membership Meet- $170 per year (the additional $10 of the annual $20 in- ing be made permanent in the Local 5 Dues structure and crease was assessed by the AFM in Per Capita increase at that Regular Annual Dues remain at $170. the 2013 convention), and Submitted by the Executive Board Whereas, the said assessment has helped create a balanced of the Detroit Federation of Musicians budget for first time in many years, and on 6/18/15 Whereas, the financial health of the local is improving but not yet at the level recommended by our Certified Public See comparison of AFM locals in terms of mem- Accountant, and bership, assets and member dues on next page.

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 8 Comparison of AFM Locals on the Basis of Number of Members, Assets, and Member Dues*

LOCAL # MEMBERS LOCAL # ASSETS LOCAL # DUES New York City 802 7546 New York City 802 $10,242,517 Nashville 257 $249 Los Angeles 47 7164 Seattle, WA 76-493 $5,331,960 New York City 802 $220 Nashville 257 2264 Chicago 10-208 $3,506,125 Chicago 10-208 $212 Chicago 10-208 2180 Boston 9-535 $3,206,267 Los Angeles 47 $210 San Francisco 6 1779 Los Angeles 47 $3,118,517 San Francisco 6 $210 Boston 9-535 1565 San Francisco 6 $2,342,077 Honolulu 677 $210 Dallas/Fort Worth 72-147 1500 Washington, DC 161-710 $1,987,624 Long Beach 353 $209 Washington, DC 161-710 1342 Cincinnati 1 $1,479,572 Sacramento 12 $205 St Paul/Minneapolis 30-73 1266 Nashville 257 $1,260,078 Seattle, WA 76-493 $202 DETROIT 5 908 New Orleans 174-496 $1,036,738 Philadelphia 77 $200 Houston 65-699 905 Honolulu 677 $975,911 Austin 433 $197 Atlanta 148-462 827 Houston 65-699 $957,057 Larchmont, NY 38-398 $195 Orange County, CA 7 727 Pittsburgh 60-471 $876,610 Witchita 297 $194 Philadelphia 77 716 Atlanta 148-462 $855,923 Providence 18-457 $192 St Louis 2-197 707 Orange County, CA 7 $810,838 Toledo 15-286 $190 Pittsburgh 60-471 670 Cleveland 4 $684,989 Milwaukee 8 $187 No. New Jersey 16-284 643 San Diego 325 $681,228 Orange County, CA 7 $184 Denver 20 641 Las Vegas 369 $601,535 Portland, OR 99 $180 Cincinnati 1 627 St Louis 2-197 $557,322 Baltimore 40-543 $180 Las Vegas 369 592 DETROIT 5 $499,846 Columbus 103 $178 Cleveland 4 590 Syracuse 78 $480,437 Boston 9-535 $177 Orlando 389 585 Indianapolis 3 $436,780 New Orleans 174-496 $176 Buffalo 92 569 Dallas/Fort Worth 72-147 $404,517 Miami 655 $176 Hartford/New Haven 400 569 Denver 20 $402,351 Washington, DC 161-710 $172 Portland, OR 99 550 Portland, OR 99 $330,667 St Louis 2-197 $172 Baltimore 40-543 525 No. New Jersey 16-284 $283,960 DETROIT 5 $170 Indianapolis 3 524 Philadelphia 77 $271,643 Edison, NJ 204-373 $170 San Diego 325 504 Santa Barbara 308 $230,861 Las Vegas 369 $170 New Orleans 174-496 463 Richmond, VA 123 $226,709 St Paul/Minneapolis 30-73 $170 Kansas City 34-627 445 Baltimore 40-543 $216,169 San Diego 325 $168 Seattle, WA 76-493 408 Huntington, WV 362-691 $202,612 Indianapolis 3 $165 Syracuse 78 404 Springfield, MA 171 $177,497 Denver 20 $164 Milwaukee 8 375 Rochester, NY 66 $166,933 Hartford/New Haven 400 $164 Austin 433 365 Canton, OH 111 $163,331 Flint 542 $164 Columbus 103 353 St Paul/Minneapolis 30-73 $150,600 Norristown, PA 341 $163 Providence 18-457 352 Albuquerque 618 $145,248 Birmingham, AL 256-733 $162 Phoenix 586 332 Grand Rapids 56 $139,151 Houston 65-699 $160 Grand Rapids 56 320 Columbus 103 $131,793 Pittsburgh 60-471 $160 Louisville, KY 11-637 315 Hartford/New Haven 400 $126,550 Cleveland 4 $160 Miami 655 301 Wilmington, DE 21 $118,888 Phoenix 586 $160 Omaha 70-558 301 New London, CT 285-403 $117,724 Grand Rapids 56 $158 Honolulu 677 298 Phoenix 586 $114,139 Ann Arbor 625 $157 Albany, NY 14 298 Miami 655 $102,977 Syracuse 78 $152 Rochester, NY 66 277 Omaha 70-558 $96,957 Canton, OH 111 $152 Springfield, MA 171 271 Sacramento 12 $96,328 Pontiac 784 $152 Sacramento 12 232 San Juan, PR 555 $91,883 No. New Jersey 16-284 $150 Wilmington, DE 21 226 Milwaukee 8 $80,494 Wilmington, DE 21 $150 Edison, NJ 204-373 222 Louisville, KY 11-637 $75,053 Buffalo 92 $150 Canton, OH 111 213 Kansas City 34-627 $72,663 Shreveport, LA 116 $150 Richmond, VA 123 210 Birmingham, AL 256-733 $63,875 Rochester, NY 66 $148 * All data based on 2014 Labor Management Reports. Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 9 Harry Lester: Labor’s Love, Lost By Local 5 Member Ed Zelenak arry Lester was fond of quoting prose, poetry and one of America’s most trusted and respected labor leaders, Hwords of wisdom from the classics. He peppered a position he held for decades. them with the dust of the coal mines of West Virginia and They were tumultuous times. Worker’s compensation the heat of the blast furnaces of steel mills along the Detroit laws changed. The rights of organized workers were be- River. So one would imagine, in learning of the recent ing routinely decimated by legislation and outsourcing of passing of Harry Lester at the age of 85, that his death jobs. Steel, the “material that made America great,” accord- would be marked with the words of wisdom of Welsh poet ing to Harry, was being “insourced” from foreign competi- Dylan Thomas to his own father on his death bed: tors. And the steel was shoddy, cheap and worthless. He “Do not go gentle into that good night, predicted in 1980 of the disappearance of the American Old age should burn and rave at close of day; manufacturing industry, which he believed “made America Rage, rage against the dying of the light.” strong … made America first in the world.” —Dylan Thomas, 1951 As soon as Harry took office as a national steelworker But not so with Harry Lester. He passed away quietly, director, organized labor took a major hit from the Reagan unremarkably, like one’s next-door neighbor. He passed administration: Air traffic controllers belonging to PATCO with the dignity of one who understood the nature of labor went on strike for better wages, and were summarily fired negotiations and the finality of the ruling of the arbitrator. and replaced by those Harry considered being “scabs” and Organized labor was his life, and when presented with an “second-rate.” This was the first of many protests and boy- unfavorable ruling in a contentious arbitration, his comment cotts with which I joined Harry; one that landed me in a was simple: “That’s the decision. It’s time to move on.” pickle with the radio station where I worked. Management There are lessons learned from the study of the lives of there received complaints that I was presenting a one-sided leaders. Some leaders are created. Others, like Harry, are view of a national labor issue, demanding equal time. Harry natural-born. I had the good fortune of spending several and history were on my side, as he reminded me that Presi- decades learning the craft and skill of organizing, nego- dent Reagan promised to repeal the Fairness Doctrine at tiating, mediating, facilitating and litigating from Harry, the Federal Communications Commission, and apparently who had the wisdom, intellect, drive, charisma and charm no opponent of organized labor had the courage to appear to have an impact on the quality of life for everyone liv- on my late-night talk show to counter labor’s opinion. ing and working downriver, and the skill to protect the I traveled with Harry to protests, pickets and rallies all rights of the unionized and the unrepresented across North over the Midwest. Our efforts became pronounced when America. In terms of a labor leader, his skills rivaled that of plans were announced to shutter McLouth Steel. What UAW’s Walter Reuther, the Teamsters’ Jimmy Hoffa, and marked these efforts was that none were about Harry; James Petrillo of the American Federation of Musicians. they were about those he had promised to help, those who My relationship with Harry began when I was a law stu- moved to the Midwest for a promise of a better life, had dent at Wayne State University. I was pursuing labor studies, made an investment and suddenly discovered that every- and needed assistance on an arbitration class. Harry proved thing they believed in and negotiated for was being taken to be a good mentor, but the relationship became one of away. It became the “Harry Lester Road Show,” on buses friends and equals almost immediately: we had much more loaded with protestors, musicians, politicians and com- in common than one could imagine. Harry had lost his munity leaders, either picketing at the White House, or father as a child, as I did. We were both committed to the outside some factory that was bringing in strikebreakers. labor movement and seemingly radical political causes, and Harry and I attended the Democratic National Conven- I was able to write, counsel and embark with Harry on a tion in New York in 1980 and San Francisco in 1984, he quixotic campaign that landed him in the director’s seat as continued on page 11

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Harry Lester, continued from page 10 friends in China and Japan, but his story played well on as a delegate and I as a broadcaster. And it was in 1984, Main Street USA. When he retired from union leadership when former Vice President Walter Mondale faced a pal- because of union constitutionally mandated age require- pable challenge from Jesse Jackson and Gary Hart, and was ments, Harry did not fade from the scene. He left his suc- ultimately resoundingly defeated by President Reagan in cessors the roadmap he devised, and immersed himself in November. Shortly after, Harry proclaimed to me on one quality-of-life issues nationwide. radio program that “politics is changing, and organized la- Through it all, he never left the geography of downriver. bor has fallen out of step with those changes.” He believed He remained our Harry, our friend, our mentor and a man that the Democratic Party had forgotten its commitment who passed, as I disclose, many opportunities to be a na- to the working class, and that they and the republicans had tional leader, in order to stay at the place he called home. blurred the distinctions between the two. He came from a coal mining town, remained true to his His efforts in political campaigns changed after the 1984 beliefs and passions. And when he died, it was as if the convention. Harry became committed to organizations arbitrator had ruled that Harry did the best he could. He that devoted their resources to curing debilitating ailments, presented a sound argument for improving the quality of to improving the standards of those who were jobless, life of his friends and neighbors. Harry won this one. Case homeless and hopeless. He became more introspective and closed. Softly, and quietly. resolute in seeking answer in prayer. He still remained a national icon in labor, wont to quot- Ed Zelenak is the city attorney for both Lincoln Park and South- ing and commenting with a coal-miner’s sarcasm, about gate. Article reprinted with permission from the Downriver publi- the fall of American manufacturing. He didn’t make many cation The News-Herald of April 23, 2015.

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 11 Local 5 Support Line — Comedy Corner — The orchestras and theaters listed below support the musi- cians of Local 5 through collective bargaining agreements. Sing a Song The groups and individual players likewise comply with the John’s wife likes to sing . She decided Local 5 policy by filing contracts, steward reports and work to join the church choir . From time dues. Please support all of them in return. to time she would practice while she CLUBS/SINGLE was in the kitchen preparing dinner . ENGAGEMENTS/FESTIVALS Whenever she would start in on a bugs Beddow & the Good STuFF song, John would head outside to Aug. 7: Dearborn Homecoming Festival, Main the porch . Stage, 8-10 pm; 313.943.5478; His wife, with hurt feelings, said, http://cityofdearborn.org/homecoming “What’s the matter? Don’t you like my singing?” Aug. 21: Stray Cat Lounge, Clinton Twp, 9:30 pm; John replied, “Honey, I love your singing, but I just want to 586.741.8544; reverbnation.com/bugsbeddowband make sure the neighbors know I’m not beating you .” Aug. 26: River Crab, St. Clair, 6-10 pm; When I’m sad, I just sing; then I realize my voice is worse 810.329.2261; rivercrabbluewaterinn.com than my problems . Sept. 18: Farmington Harvest Moon Dance, 7-11 pm; 248.473.7276; http://www.downtown- I used to sing a lot but had trouble with my throat . farmington.org/Downtown-Events (Audiences kept threatening to cut it.) Since I couldn’t find anyone to sing with me, I went out and bought a Duet Sept. 19: Grosse Pointe Woods Fall Festival, Yourself book . 6-10 pm; 313.343.2440 Our “Comedy Corner” editor is Joe Podorsek. Sept. 4–7: Detroit Jazz Festival, dedicated this year If you have a comedy item you would like to submit for to the memory of Local 5 member Marcus consideration, please email Joe at basso@aol .com . Belgrave, 1936-2015; 855-JAZZDET; http://www.detroitjazzfest.com Classified Ad OPERA AND THEATER PERFORMANCES This is a free service to Local 5 members . Cost to others Oct. 17–25: Michigan Opera Theatre, La Boheme; offering or seeking musical products or services is 30¢ 313.237.SING [7464]; michiganopera.org a word . Submit to Susan Barna Ayoub at Local 5 ([email protected]). Nov. 10–15: Fox Theatre, How the Grinch Stole Christ- mas; 800.745.3000; olympiaentertainment.com FOR SALE: Hammond organ, B-3, & Leslie speak- er. Beautiful, great-sounding instrument. Dark wood, ORCHESTRAL & OTHER covered back, bench. $3,000; Yamaha DX 21 keyboard CLASSICAL ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCES - Speaker - Scorpion, $500; Yamaha baby grand pia- Sept. 19: Michigan Philharmonic, “Haflah! Arab no, $5,000. Contact Nancy at 248.477.9314 or email Fusion Fest”; 734.451.2112; michiganphil.org [email protected] Sept. 20: Dearborn Symphony, “Music on the Meadow”; 313.565.2424; dearbornsymphony.org Oct. 4: Detroit Chamber Winds and Strings, IMPORTANT REMINDER “The Echo of Tin Lizzie,” featuring Please keep your life insurance beneficiary David Buck, flute; 248.559.2095; information up to date. Your heirs will love you for it. detroitchamberwinds.org Oct. 17: Livonia Symphony, “Dance Around the TEMPO Contributions, World”; 734.421.1111; livoniasymphony.org End of 1st Quarter through 2nd Quarter Nov. 12–14: Detroit Symphony, “Debussy’s Sensu- ous La Mer,” featuring Yoonshin Song, violin; Marcy Chanteaux Robert Murray Wallace Fitz Robert Murray 313.576.5111; dso.org Wallace Fitz Stephen McKenzie TOTAL = $21.00

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 12 Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 13 Chris Nordman, Federation Sponsor and main entertainer at the party

Doug & Minka Cornelsen

The Great 30/50-Year Party of 2015

Federation Sponsors ($100 and up) Not pictured: Ed Zelenak Al McKenzie George Troia

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Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 14 Sue Ayoub Sam Tundo Linda Borushko Partnership Sponsors ($75–$99) Not pictured: Al Ayoub, Ray Duk, Peggy Tundo

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Gerry Gravelle, 70 years Dave Pydyn, 50 years Y PHOTOS B PART Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 15 Bonus Party Photos

< DFM Executive Board members at the party (l-r): Secretary-Treasurer Susan Barna Ayoub; Bob Lymperis; Al McKenzie (outgoing); President George Troia (in front); Vice President Doug Cornelsen; new members Patrick Zelenak and Lynne Marie Mangan

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 16 • LOCALLOCAL 55 HONORHONOR ROLLROLL • 30/50-Year Party Sponsors New 30/50 (and More) Members Special thanks to the donors who lightened the 30-Year Members 50-Year Members 30/50-Party load on Local 5’s budget . We extend our Scott Armstrong Paul Ganson gratitude and appreciation to all of you angels . Paul Becker Walter Mison Jr Douglas Beddow Carol Ober Federation Sponsors Friendship Sponsors Leonard Bizon Sr Robert Pinterich $100 and up $50–$74 David Booker David Pydyn Stevland (Stevie Wonder) Morris Keith Claeys Brian Buckmaster Gerald Robotka Ed Zelenak Laura Larson David DeClark Richard Wigginton Phil Grameno Greg & Helen Near Lawrence Fratangelo George Troia Jerome Perry 70-Year Members Doug Cornelsen Karen Hofbauer Margaret Cannon Al McKenzie Janet Houston Earl DeForest Chris Nordman Marshall Hutchinson Philip Grameno Stefan Kukurugya Partnership Sponsors Gerald Gravelle William Lucas $75–$99 Joseph Oddo Ray Duk Michael Pashenee Frank Rizzo Sam & Peggy Tundo Luis Resto Marla Smith 75-Year Member Linda Borushko Harry Gordon Sue & Al Ayoub

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Keynote u 3rd Quarter 20152014 u 1819 Welcome, New and Reinstated Members Dionna Beavers reports: “I have been playing the drums a Season 4 Prayze Factor Award-winning artist in two cat- professionally since 1996. I am passionate about music and egories: contemporary gospel duo/group and urban con- especially any and all things pertaining to drums. I am a temporary gospel duo/group. They were also 2015 Detroit graduate of Berklee College of Music. Although, I love all Music Award nominees for the Gospel Artist and Gospel kinds of music when it comes to playing I excel at R&B, Recording Must be an Angel. Plus, they are versatile in per- funk, pop, rock and gospel. I have had a number of eclectic forming gospel-jazz cover songs, original material and more. musical experiences that include being the drummer in Garrett Gaina says he the pit orchestra for productions of Jesus Christ Superstar is a dependable young and Fiddler on the Roof. I, along with my writing partner, musician who wants wrote, arranged and performed the music for an original to get his career going. gospel play entitled ‘Tell Somebody.’ I have performed with He has played primarily numerous Detroit artists including the late Motown legend in jazz formats but has Rudy Robinson, Detroit’s Daughter of the Blues Ejuana classical experience on ‘Fire’ Taylor, The Donald Baker Band, Darrin McKinney saxophone and clarinets and the Prisms of Jazz, and Straight Ahead to name a few. and pop R&B experi- I am currently the drummer for Church of the New Cov- ence on baritone saxo- enant Baptist–Detroit. I am also the drummer for Yvette phone. Meadows & The Family. I am always looking for any op- Renee Gunn writes, “Music is my passion, not just as a portunity to play, but at this juncture in my career am par- performer, but as one who has a general appreciation of the ticularly interested in fulfilling some of the things on my arts. I enjoy singing/directing. I am an alto. I want to work musical ‘bucket list,’ Some of those things include but are locally but my end goal is to travel abroad. I am interested not limited to finding positions that include traveling and in being booked with a live band as well as stage musicals touring. I would also be interested in a position playing both singing and acting. I teach choral arrangements, jazz music on a cruise ship or playing Las Vegas.” ensemble, gospel Christian contemporary, traditional and Nicole “Sky” Covington is a native Detroit singer/ barbershop.” songwriter and a multi-award-winning musician, includ- David Huckaby subs with the Detroit Symphony Or- ing multiple categories of the Detroit Music Awards and chestra and is seeking additional work in the area. Detroit Black Music Awards. She has opened for and Daniel Isaac, Jr. is a former member of the United States toured with other Detroit notables, such as Straight Ahead Navy Band. and The Original Vandellas. Her influences reflect a varied palette, from Nina Simone to Erykah Badu, from midcen- Joseph O’Mara is a member of the Modern CAP Band tury jazz vocalists, 70s disco and funk to current house and who says: “I am a composer, arranger and multi instrumen- world music. Sky traveled the world for 9 years, eventually talist. Seeking work in shows, theater work and jazz gigs.” landing in New Orleans where, with the help of fellow Dr Jacqueline Shannon has a poet-activist John Sinclair, she settled into residency at the BA, MA and DMA in Music and Audubon Hotel. Over the next 9 years in New Orleans, has played Assistant Principal Horn she came into her own, working with top musicians. Since with the San Diego Symphony on 2 she returned to Detroit, she has released various albums and hours’ notice. She is seeking work in a book of poetry entitled The Reflections of a Lazy Brain. orchestral, band, pit, chamber and all Gerald and Carol Ervin want us to know that they are kinds of music. She also gives private lead vocalists in the Sounds of Imani, which is a contem- French horn lessons. porary gospel duo/group performing since 1996. They are continued on page 20 Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 19 Welcome, New and Reinstated Members, continued from page 19

Matthew Younglove is a South Carolina native who is include Connie Akers, Frederick Hemke, Clifford Leaman an emerging artist and teacher of the saxophone. He cur- and John Sampan. He embraces new music and has com- rently serves on the faculty of Wayne State University. He missioned and premiered works by composers Ian Dicke, is pursuing the Doctor of Musicial Arts degree in Con- George Felmer, Simon Fink, Kurt Isaacson, Girar Kratz, temporary Music at Bowling Green University in Ohio, David Maslanka, Marilyn Shrude, Benjamin Taylor, Amy where he was the saxophone teaching assistant for Dr. John Williams and Eric Wubbels. As a member of the award- Sampen. Additionally, he has served on the faculties of the winning Assembly Quartet, he frequently tours the US University of South Carolina and Edinboro University performing concerts and engaging in educational outreach of Pennsylvania. He was a Presser Scholar and graduated performances. As a Conn-Selmer Artist Clinician, he plays Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Car- Selmer (Paris) saxophones exclusively and is seeking work olina, where he earned his Bachelor of Music degree in in orchestral saxophone, chamber music, section big band Saxophone Performance. He completed graduate studies work and concertos. at Northwestern University, where he earned a Master of Wei Yu is the new Principal Cello with the Detroit Sym- Music in Saxophone Performance. His prinicpal teachers phony.

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Carl Karoub would like you to know that he has ready access to chamber music groups, as well as jazz groups, trios, quartets and quintets. He is looking for work in the theater, with orchestras, in clubs and studios, for weddings, parties and receptions, as well as at schools and senior residences. He also gives private lessons on French horn. In April, international jazz artist James Tatum and his Trio Plus gave a smashing Educational Lecturer Perfor- mance sponsored by the Adult Learning Institute (ALI) of Oakland Community College, Orchard Ridge Campus – Smith Auditorium. Tatum’s theme was “Jazz Music: One of America’s Richest Forms of Cultural Heritage.” Mary Sugerman, president of ALI said: “[Your] brief History of Afro-American Music was both interesting and helpful. The Local 5 band that played for Clawson’s July 4 parade, here Your emphasizing that Jazz depends on the art of listening assembled at the park (L-R): George Troia, Mike Zelenak, Bob Finzel, Bill Buckeyne and Joe Podorsek . was a total revelation. It is such a gift to be able to express yourself and your feelings through Music.” The topics on the program were “What Is Jazz,” “How to Listen to Jazz,” Don Ozga appears to have all his bases covered as a musi- “Periods of Jazz Styles” and “Improvisation in Jazz.” cian. When he filled out his latest membership survey and responded to the form’s query, “What do you want known We want to hear your news, too . Simply about you as a musician?”, he said: “The right notes, in the contact Sue Barna Ayoub . You don’t have right place, at the right time, at the right volume, in the to write a thing, but anything you do write right style – and in tune.” He practices his musicianship in would be gratefully appreciated . theater, symphony, studio work and brass ensembles. You may reach him at [email protected].

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 20 New Members (3/20-7/20/15) Beavers, Dionna Gaina, Garrett Muir-Cotton, Jonathon Younglove, Matthew 15001 Brookview Dr, Apt 301 9969 Royal Grand 4606 Sycamore Drive 24111 Meridian Rd, Apt 118 Riverview, MI 48193 Redford, MI 48239 Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Grosse Ile, MI 48138 734-284-8737/313-831-3220 313-580-4417 734-476-5318 704-809-3259 313-401-2208 [email protected] jonathonmuircotton@gmail. [email protected] [email protected] Baritone sax, flute, clarinet, bass com Saxophone Drums clarinet, alto sax, tenor sax Bass guitar/electric bass Yu, Wei Covington, Nicole “Sky” Huckaby, David O’Mara, Joseph 3909 Woodward Ave, #506 1970 Yemans 2791 Somerset Blvd #111 1519 S Lakeshore Detroit, MI 48201 Hamtramck, MI 48212 Troy, MI 48084 Carsonville, MI 48419 646-784-1160 586-362-7460 857-212-6525 810-622-9565/248-790-1867 [email protected] nicolefreemanmanagement@ [email protected] [email protected] Cello gmail.com Cello Saxophone, flute, clarinet Vocalist, composer

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HOME ADDRESS Jack Johnson Jennifer Wey Renee Gunn Lanny Austin 6745 Forestview Drive 929 Kirts Blvd 313-926-0126 43032 W. Kirkwood Dr. Clinton Township, MI 48036 Troy, MI 48084 Catherine Thomas Clinton Twp., MI 48038 Velma Jones Johanna Yarbrough 313-405-3556 Rayse Biggs 23200 Orleans Place Apt. 4028 90 Glynn Ct. EMAIL ADDRESS Southfield, MI 48033 Detroit, MI 48202 3981 Guilford Joan Belgrave Detroit, MI 48224 Rachel Klaus Mingzhao Zhou [email protected] 29501 Fryer Drive 1431 Washington Boulevard, Andrew Bishop Jeannette Bittar Gibraltar, MI 48173 Apt 1904 4730 Dawson Dr. [email protected] Peter McCaffrey Detroit, MI 48226 Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Randy Casteel 1405 Mohawk Ave Ann Cannell HOME PHONE [email protected] Royal Oak, MI 48067 Vincenso (Vincent) Consiglio 3126 Linwood Avenue Unit 7 Renee Gunn Hong-yi Mo 313-386-2890 Royal Oak, MI 48073 [email protected] 3468 Ashburnam Road John Hair Vincenso (Vincent) Consiglio Wendell Harrison Ann Arbor, MI 48105 231-343-9358 9300 Manor [email protected] Allen Park, MI 48101 Frank Rizzo Jacqueline Shannon Maury Okun Vittoria deRanieri 31601 Breezeway 310-871-4253 Chesterfield, MI 48047 [email protected] Via Michele Rosi 73, Danny Shaw Yolie Rod 55100 Lucca, Italy Michael Robinson Jr 843-900-5560 1330 N Chesnut Street [email protected] Anthony Di Maria CELL PHONE 741 Apple Hill Lane Lansing, MI 48906-4757 Jacqueline Shannon Ronald English Rochester, MI 48306 Kenneth Scribner [email protected] 313-971-3810 John Douglas 8010 Blossom Heath Blvd Gregory Staples Carol Ervin 2946 Royal Ave St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 [email protected] 313-308-5935 Berkley, MI 48072 Jacqueline Shannon James Waring Gerald Ervin Hunter Eberly 9160 Anderson [email protected] 313-308-5936 19200 Collinson Ave. Grosse Ile, MI 48138 Michael Zelenak Eastpointe, MI 48021 Danny Shaw Dennis (Maurice) Garcia [email protected]. 734-652-7750 Carol & Gerald Ervin 100 Evelyn Joy Drive 15868 Huntington Summerville, NC 29483 Harper Woods, MI 48225 Sharon Sparrow Renee Gunn 599 St Clair Ave 1457 Blaine Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 DON’T GO MISSING Detroit, MI 48206 Michael Steiger Want to know what’s going on? Philip Horn 1974 Traver Road Apt. 108 251 High St Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Want gigs? Want to keep in touch? Monroe, NY 10950 Jiamin Wang Takashi Iio 4103 Benjamin Ave, Apt 4 When you move, get a new phone 23434 Middlebelt Rd. Royal Oak, MI 48073 number or email address, let us know. Farmington Hills, MI 48336

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 21 Reinstated Members (3/20-7/20/15) Byerly, Mark Hair, John Dr Colista, Alexander James Peters, Arlene Daniel Jr, Isaac Nichols, Andrew Douglas, John Shannon, Jacqueline Ervin, Carol Young, Nolan Ervin, Gerald Zeigler, Ashaki Gunn, Renee

Resigned Members (3/20-6/30/15) Balmer, Matthew Edwards, Donna Bredesen, Diane Friedenzohn, Elias Buchanan-Gueringer, Heather Stillman, Jeffrey

Expelled Members (3/20-6/30/15) Allen, Kimberly Jensen, Gerald Berry, Charlene Johnson, Geoffrey Black, Woody Kochyan, Alyssa Brandon, David Kosins, Martin Brantley, Lanar Lasister, Bobbie Canaday, Edward Laughhunn, Roschelle Carter, Willie Mayer, Lawrence Donald, Denzel Miller, Marcus Fairman, Brad Nabors, Demetrius Farmer, Martha Pedraz, Jeffrey Fitzgibbon, Patrick Rainey, Peter Gacki, Casimir Smith, Darrell Gonthier, John Smith, James Goodson, Kathryn Stefanko, Scott F Groesbeck, Kenneth Thomason-Redus, Caen Hobbs Parker, Michele Tolstyka, Kyle Jablonowski, Jerry Toney, John Jackson, Deblon Young II, Jay MusiCares for Music People Jaworski, Mitchell MusiCares Foundation assists musicians, songwrit- ers, composers, recording engineers and other music HOW TO STAY IN GOOD STANDING industry professionals experiencing personal, medi- To avoid being expelled, be sure to pay your member- cal or financial emergency . As one of The Recording ship dues during the first month of each quarter . Your Academy’s (GRAMMY’s) two charitable foundations, next payment is due on Thursday, October 1. On MusiCares reaches out to assist music professionals Monday, November 2, all members who have not paid struggling with medical crisis, addictions issues, loss their dues will be suspended . of livelihood, dental emergencies, HIV/AIDS and oth- er unforeseen crises . MusiCares’ assistance consists of emergency financial grants, and/or referral to oth- eBilling er helping resources . The application process is quick Important Notice and user-friendly, and respects the confidentiality and Members who give the union their email the dignity of the applicant . For more information, address will receive dues billings via eBill only contact Dee Dee Acquisto, M .S ,. Senior Director unless they opt out of eBilliing . Please contact of Health & Human Resources toll-free at 877-303- Local 5 if you are unsure of your status or options . 6962 or visit www .grammy .com/MusiCares .

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 22 Minutes: Executive Board Meeting, 3/17/15

The regular monthly meeting of the Executive Board was called to significant funds could be raised by a special event (or events) for this order at 11:09 am, President George Troia being in the chair, as well as purpose. On motion by Mr McKenzie, seconded by Mr Onachuk, to Vice President Douglas Cornelsen and Secretary-Treasurer Susan Bar- approve the budget, it was approved unanimously. na Ayoub being present. Also present were Executive Board Members President Troia and Sec/Treas Ayoub reported that the union has been Robert Conway, David Denniston, Robert Lymperis, Alonza McKen- receiving complaints from members about the particularly aggressive zie and Paul Onachuk. sales approach being used by American Income Life. Mr Conway sug- On motion by Mr Onachuk, seconded by VP Cornelsen, to approve gested the union investigate the possibility of severing relations with AIL the agenda as presented, it was approved unanimously. and that President Troia speak again with AFM International President On motion by Mr Lymperis, seconded by Mr McKenzie, to approve Ray Hair about this, since he is a member of the AIL Board. The board the minutes of the previous meeting as presented, they were approved continued to discuss its options. Executive session was called. unanimously. Moving on to another insurance-related topic, Sec/Treas Ayoub re- The next meeting of the Executive Board will take place on Tuesday, ported that the agent through which the union purchases its life insur- April 28, at 10:00 am. ance for the members (the insurance referred to in the local bylaws – a President Troia gave the following report: distinct policy from the one referred to above) is under investigation by Regarding the DSO, a special letter, concerning a past practice that MetLife and the insurance departments of the states of Florida, Con- was not in the previous agreements regarding move-up pay in the first necticut and Oregon. MetLife has terminated its relationship with this violin section, was drafted, accepted, and signed. Also, the orchestra voted agent (located in Florida). ‘Yes’ on ratifying the new AFM Integrated Media Agreement. Finally, a Subject to approval by the AFM International Executive Board, special letter was also agreed upon covering subs and extras as it pertains MetLife is offering to issue a new policy directly to the AFM to cover to the IMA. existing enrolled locals (such as Local 5). The new policy would honor A ratification vote by the Michigan Opera Theatre orchestra also on the rate guarantee for the duration of the term of the old policy. Sec/ the AFM Integrated Media Agreement is currently underway via US Treas Ayoub is working directly with the AFM and Metlife on this issue. Mail. Both the AFM and MetLife have made this transition quite seamless. Finally, President Troia thanked the members of the Board for attend- President Troia read a thank you note to the officers from Phyllis Plis- ing the Nominating and Membership Meetings held on the previous kow, widow of recently deceased Local 5 member Dan Pliskow. Sunday. He expressed his appreciation for their service, as well as their Mr McKenzie reported that he recently hosted a town hall meeting in willingness to serve. his studio at Local 5 headquarters – the purpose of which was to discover Sec/Treas Ayoub presented reports of Monthly Income, Cash Dis- church musicians’ perception of the union and ultimately to entice them bursements and Comparative Fiscal Year-to-Date. On motion by VP to join. Fifteen people attended, representing a cross-section of church Cornelsen, seconded by Mr Lymperis, to receive the reports, they were musicians in the area. received unanimously. Many had never been to the building before and were not famil- Sec/Treas Ayoub presented the Payroll reports. On motion by Mr iar with the benefits, such as insurance and contracts. Many are used to Onachuk, seconded by Mr Denniston, to approve the reports, they were working under a ‘hand shake’ agreement. Other church musician asso- approved unanimously. ciations do exist for them. Mr McKenzie plans to hold another meeting Sec/Treas Ayoub presented the Officers’ Expenses and Charge Cards next month and believes the union could play the role of negotiator and reports. On motion by Mr McKenzie, seconded by Mr Onachuk, to ap- be beneficial in that capacity to both sides. prove the reports, they were approved unanimously. 1:04 pm On motion by Mr Onachuk, seconded by VP Cornelsen, to Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a report of New Member Applications adjourn the meeting, it was adjourned. from Donell Snyder, Andrea Yun, Alison (Yu-Chia) Chang, Joseph Wor- rall, Brianna Ray, John Juco, Sean Smith and Daphna Raz. On motion by VP Cornelsen, seconded by Mr Conway, to accept the application, it was accepted unanimously. Planning to be Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a report of member reinstatements, res- away temporarily? ignations, suspensions/expulsions and deaths, as well as a Local Census report. 11:53 am Meeting recessed. 12:05 pm Meeting resumed. Please let us know, President Troia and Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a budget to the Board because the post for fiscal year 4/1/2015 to 3/31/2016. Discussion took place regarding the need for major repairs to the parking lot. Though the union has more office charges than enough savings to pay for the repairs, Mr Denniston suggested there Local 5 for be a fundraiser (or fundraisers) to replace the assets spent. Mr Onachuk returned issues suggested the proceeds from the raffle at the 30/50-year party go towards this purpose. Sec/Treas Ayoub suggested a fundraising committee be of Keynote! formed to take on and oversee the task of raising the money. Mr McKenzie said our biggest asset is that we are entertainers. If a venue were donated,

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 23 Minutes: Executive Board Meeting, 4/28/15

The regular monthly meeting of the Executive Board was called to being able to get tangible proof with his student of why it matters to order at 10:01 am, President George Troia being in the chair, as well as be in the union. Vice President Douglas Cornelsen and Secretary-Treasurer Susan Bar- Sec-Treas Ayoub and President Troia attended a free training session na Ayoub being present. Also present were Executive Board Members presented by attorneys Richard Mack and Robert Fetter of Miller- Robert Conway, Robert Lymperis and Paul Onachuk. Cohen PLC at the AFSME building on Monday, April 20. The officers On motion by Mr Lymperis, seconded by Mr Onachuk, to approve heard very informative presentations on organizing and right-to-work, the agenda as presented, it was approved unanimously. as well as labor law updates on both subjects. The officers have handout 10:09 am Alonza McKenzie joined the meeting. materials for any Board member interested. On motion by Mr Onachuk, seconded by Mr Conway, to approve 10:28 am David Denniston joined the meeting. the minutes of the previous meeting as presented, they were approved This being the last formal board meeting of the term, President unanimously. Troia thanked the directors for their service to the union and, especially, The next meeting of the Executive Board will take place on in helping him through his first term as president. He looks forward to Wednesday, May 20, at 11:00 am, as per Local 5 Bylaw: “The installation working with those who plan to continue. He offered a sincere thanks of Officers and Board of Directors shall take place on the Wednesday and best wishes to both Mr Conway and Mr McKenzie who are leav- immediately following the date of the election at an Executive Board ing the board. On behalf of the union, he presented a certificate of meeting.” appreciation to both gentlemen for their service. President Troia gave the following report: President Troia passed around one of the thank you notes sent to the The recently negotiated AFM Integrated Media Agreement has officers by Idele Beltzman after the death of her mother. Ms Beltzman been ratified by the Michigan Opera Theater Orchestra. They had pre- is a former Local 5 employee, who later worked for the AFM in Cali- viously taken advantage of the agreement for the recording of the opera fornia in electronic media. Cyrano. President Troia attended an open dress rehearsal of the opera President Troia spoke about live music at the local’s 30-year party Frida at the Detroit Institute of Arts. He was informed the published and that there had been comments that last year it was loud for conver- start time and the original time the orchestra was given were a half- sation. In the recent past, live music had been kept down to one player hour off. However, the performance ended in time to comply with the only. The board agreed to go back to that plan. agreement language. The opera was outstanding, as was the chamber About the complaints that the office has been getting about the ag- opera orchestra. gressive approach being used by the sales agents from American Income President Troia attended a special lecture and rededication of the Life: Complaints seem to be fewer now. The board was read the terms reading room at the Walter P Reuther Library. Dr. Philip Mason, a of the informal agreement made between the local and the company, founding board member, gave the dedication and spoke about the pertaining to restrictions on how union members are contacted by the founding of the library 40 years ago on the WSU campus. The library company. not only houses the documents of the UAW, but also the AFT, AFSME, Sec/Treas Ayoub presented reports of Monthly Income, Cash Dis- UFW, and many more. President Troia is exploring ways to have a pos- bursements and Comparative Fiscal Year-to-Date. On motion by Mr sible relationship with the library as a repository for the union’s records. Lymperis, seconded by VP Cornelsen, to receive the reports, they were As a follow-up to Board Member Conway’s request, President Troia received unanimously. made contact with Sherri Chmiel, co-coordinator for special events at Sec/Treas Ayoub presented the Payroll reports. On motion by Mr the Detroit Zoo, and invited her to visit the local’s website and consider Onachuk, seconded by Mr McKenzie, to approve the reports, they were our musicians when setting up their summer series, Wild Nights. approved unanimously. Payment was received by musicians of Locals 802 and 5 from a Sec/Treas Ayoub presented the Officers’ Expenses and Charge broadcast that aired in October, 2014 on WBGO/NPR, New Jersey. Cards reports. On motion by VP Cornelsen, seconded by Mr Lymperis, The performance originally occurred at the 2014 DJF with Wallace to approve the reports, they were approved unanimously. Roney. There was quite a bit of ‘back-and-forth’ between Bob Pawlo, Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a report of New Member Applications Local 802; Pat Varriale, AFM Director of Electronic Media; Sec/Treas from David Huckaby, Dionna Beavers and Wei Yu. On motion by Mr Ayoub, President Troia and National Public Radio to make this pay- Conway, seconded by Mr Denniston, to accept the applications, they ment come about. were accepted unanimously. President Troia attended the annual performance presented by the Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a report of member reinstatements, res- James Tatum Foundation for the Arts, Inc. at Orchestra Hall on Sun- ignations, suspensions/expulsions and deaths, as well as a Local Census day, March 22. The concert showcased the extraordinary talents that report. the Foundation nourishes. Congratulations to James Tatum and his Sec/Treas Ayoub reported that she had been asked by the Detroit Foundation. President Troia also attended the April 17th concert of Blues Society to present a Resolution of Respect for deceased Local the Dearborn Symphony, featuring DSO Principal Trombonist Ken 5 member Eddie “Guitar” Burns to his family at an upcoming perfor- Thompkins. He and the orchestra were outstanding. President Troia mance in their Blues Heritage Series, which is a tribute to Mr Burns. expressed his disappointment at the size of the audience. Mr Conway She handed around the Resolution to be signed by the members of spoke about a problem a student of his had with not being paid – that the board. the Dearborn Symphony refused to do right thing and give the student 11:33 am On motion by Mr Onachuk, seconded by VP Cornelsen, information about how payment works with them. He and his student to adjourn the meeting, it was adjourned. spoke with Sec/Treas Ayoub about this, and Mr Conway appreciated

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11:15 am A moment of silence was observed in memory of Local 5 76- Mediators will be notified next week. The Committee, which consists of year member Tony Russo, who recently passed away. Susan Barna Ayoub, Christa Grix, Dave Denniston and Paul Onachuk, Immediately afterwards, AFM Local 542-Flint President Joseph in addition to President Troia, will meet on June 10, 2015 to discuss the Boettger swore in the newly elected Local 5 officers who were in atten- successor agreement. dance: George Troia, Susan Barna Ayoub, David Denniston, Lynne Marie President Troia thanked the board members for attending and sup- Mangan, Robert Lymperis, Paul Onachuk, Patrick Zelenak and David porting Local 5’s annual 30/50 year party! It was a very successful event. Horger. After the Official Installation of officers, President Boettger and Discussion and planning for next year will take place in the coming Mr Horger left the meeting. months. The regular monthly meeting of the Executive Board was called to Before diving into Sec/Treas Ayoub’s monthly report, the board dis- order at 11:18 am, President George Troia being in the chair, as well as cussed Local 5’s finances, as well as some AFM issues that impact national Secretary-Treasurer Susan Barna Ayoub being present. Also present were finances. The AFM had the intention of moving its New York offices Executive Board Members David Denniston, Lynne Marie Mangan, but nevertheless has continued to be headquartered as renters on Time Robert Lymperis, Paul Onachuk and Patrick Zelenak. Square. The AFM West Coast office was relocated into offices of the While the board studied the agenda, President Troia announced that Los Angeles Local 47 in order to save money. In October 2013, Local he would like to move the Officer Election business to the beginning of 5’s membership approved an assessment (temporary membership dues the meeting. On motion by Mr Denniston, seconded by Mr Lymperis, to increase) for two years. The assessment, in addition to continued ‘belt- approve the agenda as amended, it was approved unanimously. tightening’ at the local, has moved our finances into the black. President Troia asked the board to approve stipends of $100 each for Ms Ayoub will do an updated comparison of the AFM locals’ Labor the members of the Election Committee (Michael McGillivray, Ben- Management reports, including information such as annual membership jamin Pruitt Sr and Patricia Ross-Terry), as well as for Local 542-Flint dues amounts and number of members, to see how we are doing in President Joseph Boettger for his time and travel to come to the union comparison to other similar-sized locals and inform near-future decision and swear in the board. On motion by Mr Onachuk, seconded by Ms making. Mangan, to approve the stipends, they were approved unanimously. Presi- Sec/Treas Ayoub presented reports of Monthly Income, Cash Dis- dent Troia went on to report that Mr Pruitt attended the counting of the bursements and Comparative Fiscal Year-to-Date. On motion by Mr ballots by the American Arbitration Association, along with himself and Lymperis, seconded by Mr Onachuk, to receive the reports, they were Sec/Treas Ayoub. Ms Ayoub shared the certified results of the election, received unanimously. which were good percentage-wise compared to other locals. There are 12:31 pm Meeting recessed. always things to be learned from each election. Next time there will be 12:36 pm Meeting resumed. additional emphasis placed on the importance of following the directions Sec/Treas Ayoub presented the Payroll reports. On motion by Mr on the ballot and the importance of submitting a Representative Autho- Lymperis, seconded by Mr Onachuk, to approve the reports, they were rization Form before the Nominating Meeting – regardless of whether approved unanimously. you plan to be in attendance or not. Sec/Treas Ayoub presented the Officers’ Expenses and Charge Cards 11:26 am Meeting recessed. reports. On motion by Ms Mangan, seconded by Mr Lymperis, to ap- 11:34 am Meeting resumed. prove the reports, they were approved unanimously. On motion by Mr Zelenak, seconded by Mr Onachuk, to approve Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a report of New Member Applications the minutes of the previous meeting as presented, they were approved from Isaac Daniel Jr and Garrett Gaina. On motion by Mr Onachuk, unanimously. seconded by Mr Zelenak, to accept the applications, they were accepted The next meeting of the Executive Board will take place on Thursday, unanimously. June 18, at 11:00 am. Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a report of member reinstatements, res- President Troia gave the following report: ignations, suspensions/expulsions and deaths, as well as a Local Census President Troia offered his congratulations to the entire board. He is report. honored and thrilled to look ahead to the next three years with the ex- Moving on to Old Business: On motion by Mr Lymperis, seconded pectation of making the lives of the members better. He stated, “We have by Mr Onachuk, to confirm a board email poll, approving a hardship a great opportunity to enhance the way we can make music an integral request from a member, it was confirmed unanimously. part of the ongoing recovery in southeast Michigan and beyond to wher- President Troia shared information on the bids he had gathered for ever our membership lives. Thank you for committing to being a part of major repairs of the parking lot that he considered to be the best. The this. Each of us can do many things, but together we do most anything.” cost will be around $55,000. Discussion focused on the depth of the base, President Troia reported that, in continuing to encourage a collabora- as well as on work currently being done by the city of Southfield on wa- tion with the Reuther Library, he was given a more extensive tour of the terlines that is impacting the parking lot and its driveways. The city work facility on Friday, May 15 by Dr. Jones. They discussed the possibilities of should be completed by July 4. housing some of the local’s records there. The library already houses re- Moving on to New Business: President Troia spoke to the newly cords from AFT, AFTRA, the UAW, the UFW, the city of Detroit, Focus elected board about general protocols as they pertain to attendance and HOPE and the DSO. board business. Negotiations with Olympia Entertainment for work at the Fox The- 1:24 pm On motion by Mr Onachuk, seconded by Mr Lymperis, to atre will commence this summer in anticipation of the expiration of adjourn the meeting, it was adjourned. the current agreement on August 31, 2015. Olympia and the Federal

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The regular monthly meeting of the Executive Board was called to Sec/Treas Ayoub presented the Payroll reports. On motion by Mr order at 11:00 am, President George Troia being in the chair, as well as Denniston, seconded by Mr Onachuk, to approve the reports, they were Vice President Douglas Cornelsen and Secretary-Treasurer Susan Barna approved unanimously. Ayoub being present. Also present were Executive Board Members Lynne Sec/Treas Ayoub presented the Officers’ Expenses and Charge Cards Marie Mangan, Robert Lymperis, Paul Onachuk and Patrick Zelenak. reports. On motion by Ms Mangan, seconded by VP Cornelsen, to ap- On motion by Mr Lymperis, seconded by VP Cornelsen, to approve prove the reports, they were approved unanimously. the agenda, it was approved unanimously. Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a report of New Member Applications On motion by Mr Onachuk, seconded by Mr Zelenak, to approve the from Jacqueline Shannon, Matthew Younglove and Jonathon Muir-Cot- minutes of the previous meeting as presented, they were approved unanimously. ton. On motion by VP Cornelsen, seconded by Mr Onachuk, to accept 11:10 am David Denniston joined the meeting. He was greeted en- the applications, they were accepted unanimously. Sec/Treas Ayoub will thusiastically by the other members of the board. Mr Denniston reported research what is involved to use Paypal automatic withdrawal from mem- that his first scans after his chemotherapy treatments came back all clear. bers’ bank accounts for regular payments with an opt in. The next meeting of the Executive Board will take place on Thursday, Sec/Treas Ayoub presented a report of member reinstatements, resigna- July 16 at 11:00 am. tions, suspensions/expulsions and deaths, as well as a Local Census report. President Troia gave the following report: On motion by VP Cornelsen, seconded by Mr Denniston, to approve The Local 5 2015 Election Committee met on Friday, June 5 to review a request from the Leo Rea Band (the Rea Deal) for permission to donate the recently concluded election. In attendance were committee members services for a church benefit on June 28, it was approved unanimously. Michael McGillivray and Ben Pruitt Sr; Local 5 officers George Troia and On motion by Mr Onachuk, seconded by Mr Zelenak, to approve the Susan Barna Ayoub; and, Local 5 legal counsel Mami Kato. Preparations for date of October 19 for the 2015 Semi-Annual Membership Meeting, it the election, the nominating meeting, and subsequent election were dis- was approved unanimously. Sec/Treas Ayoub will set it up as an Event at cussed, with emphasis on making the process more efficient in the future. the union’s Facebook page to raise member awareness of the meeting. The committee stands as formally discharged with gratitude. Two resolutions will be presented to the members: one will be a re- The Fox Theatre Committee met on June 10 to discuss proposals for presentation of the Youth Membership Resolution that was put to the talks regarding the successor agreement at the Fox with Olympia Enter- members in 2014. Unfortunately, there was no quorum at that meeting, so tainment. Nine proposals were agreed upon and presented to a manage- the resolution could not be voted on. The board discussed the basis for the ment team at the Fox Theatre the next day. resolution, specifically the “age heavy” demographic of the local and the Final bids were entered for the demolition and rebuilding of Local 5’s importance of planning for the future by encouraging younger musicians parking lot. Based on previous discussion, price and recommendations, to join. The union currently has 220 members over the age of 70. It is im- True North Asphalt has been hired to do the work, which is planned for portant to bring in significant numbers of young people to fill their places. late July, for the price of $52,900.00. This price includes replacing the On motion by Mr Denniston, seconded by Ms Mangan, to bring this reso- drain basins and rear drain system, as well as replacing the current lot with lution again to the membership for a vote, it was approved unanimously. four inches of new asphalt, covering approximately 19,000 square feet. The second resolution is as follows: President Troia expressed his appreciation to those present who at- Resolution 2 for the Semi-Annual Meeting 10-19-15 tended the Marcus Belgrave funeral on June 1. There was a genuine Article II Membership Section 3 (Dues) outpouring of sympathy and respect for Mr Belgrave, a truly beloved Whereas, the membership of the Detroit Federation of Musicians, member, and his family. AFM Local 5 overwhelmingly voted for a temporary assessment in President Troia attended the Biannual State Convention of the Michi- membership dues of $10 per year for 2014 and 2015, raising regular an- gan AFL-CIO on Wednesday and Thursday, June 3 and 4, at the Motor nual dues from $150 to $170 per year (the additional $10 of the annual City Casino Convention Center. A “union of unions representing one $20 increase was assessed by the AFM in Per Capita increase at the 2013 million current and retired members in Michigan,” there were 235 del- convention), and egates present representing 155 unions. Awards were presented to US Whereas, the said assessment has helped create a balanced budget for Senator Carl Levin and US Representative John Dingell among others. the first time in many years, and Central themes for the convention included Working for the middle- Whereas, the financial health of the local is improving but not yet at class, Closing the gap in income disparity, Opportunities for younger the level recommended by our Certified Public Accountant, and workers and Resolutions packages that addressed Quality of Life-Jobs Whereas, we would like to continue to improve the financial condi- and Economic Justice. Statewide bills to look out for include the Prevail- tion of the local, ing wage bill, HB 4052 - Designed to strip municipal authority, HB 4311 Therefore, Be It Resolved that the $10 assessment ratified at the Oc- – Easier to decertify union representation, HB 4312 – Extend RTW to tober 2013 Semi-Annual Membership Meeting be made permanent in police and firefighters, HB 4428 – Force union to recertify periodically, the Local 5 Dues structure and that Regular Annual Dues remain at $170. and SB 280 – Reallocate electoral process. Finally, the newly elected On motion by Mr Zelenak, seconded by Ms Mangan, to approve President of the Michigan AFL-CIO is Ron Bieber, son of former UAW bringing Resolution 2 to the membership for a vote, it was approved President Owen Bieber. President Troia also mentioned that American unanimously. The board continued its ongoing discussion about the fu- Income Life had representatives present at the convention. ture development of the local and the importance of engaging youth and Sec/Treas Ayoub presented reports of Monthly Income, Cash Disburse- emerging genres of music by the union. ments and Comparative Fiscal Year-to-Date. On motion by Mr Onachuk, sec- The officers spoke with the board about a request received by the onded by VP Cornelsen, to receive the reports, they were received unanimously. Executive Board minutes continue on page 28

Keynote u 3rd Quarter 2015 u 26 b Closing Chord b Grace “Carroll” Banks passed away on February 22, Men About Town trio, Al performed on WJR radio, trav- 2015 at the age of 100. She was born on August 4, 1914 eled for the Ford Motor Company and played at Topinka’s in Chillicothe, OH, and affiliated with Local 5 in 1943. Country House restaurant. In the 1950’s Al owned and A 72-year member, she played the piano and solovox and operated Detroit’s Blue Danube restaurant, serving recipes sang. Grace started her career singing on a Portsmouth, from his family’s home Italian province of Tuscany. Later, OH, radio station with two of her sisters known as The when he moved to Arizona, he and his sons owned and Carroll Sisters. She continued her solo music career play- operated the Hub Cafe in Cordes Junction and the Hub ing piano and singing at numerous lounges in the Detroit Steakhouse in Prescott Valley. area. She was also a registered Parliamentarian who taught Raymond Groesbeck died on May 10, 2015 at the age parliamentary procedure at Detroit Public Schools. of 78. He was born on January 22, 1927 in Detroit and af- Marcus Belgrave died on May filiated with Local 5 in 1952. A 63-year member, he played 26, 2015, at the age of 78. He the bass and saxophone. Ray graduated from Cass Tech’s was born on June 12, 1936, in Music Department and, at age 16, started his own band Chester, PA, and affiliated with called the Ray King Band. Local 5 in 1968. A 44-year William Hart passed away on January 14, 2015 at the age member, he played the trumpet, of 73. He was born on June 16, 1941 in Cedar Rapids, IA bass, piano and drums. A jazz and and affiliated with Local 5 in 1965. A 50-year member, he educational icon, he chose De- played the trumpet. Bill toured with the Tommy Dorsey troit as his home when he came Orchestra for six months and then returned to Michigan off the road with Ray Charles’ State University obtaining his Master’s Degree in math- band in 1963. He was attracted ematics. He taught math at Macomb Community College to the steady work at Motown for 46 years and was named Michigan’s “Professor of the and became a central figure in the Detroit jazz community. Year” in 1989. He and pianist Harold McKinney mentored an astounding “Lucky Linda” Hunter died on June 5, 2015 at the age number of younger musicians who went on to be well- of 58. She was born on August 4, 1956 in Dearborn and known and influential in their own right. affiliated with Local 5 in 2000. A 10-year member, she Over the years, he performed with Charles Mingus, played the piano, guitar and omnichord. Lucky Linda also Dizzy Gillespie, McCoy Tyner and Aretha Franklin. He is sang and composed music. survived by a large family, including his widow, Local 5 Joseph “Joe Karr” Krejci passed away on April 20, 2015 member Joan Belgrave, and son, Local 5 member Kasan at the age of 96. He was born on June 14, 1918 in Detroit Belgrave. and affiliated with Local 5 in 1935. An 80-year member, he Aladino Cimarelli passed played the saxophone, clarinet, piano and organ. Joe was away on March 6, 2015 at the a member of the Detroit Concert Band under Leonard age of 97. He was born on Smith for 15 years; served as organist and choir director of March 23, 1917 in Longacre, the Scovel Presbyterian Church for over 25 years; taught WV, and affiliated with Local band/orchestra in the Detroit Public Schools for 35 years, 5 in 1936. A 79-year member, and entertained in all major Detroit venues and shows he played the accordion. His during his professional life in the area. Joe’s grandfather career of more than 50 years (also named Joseph Krejci) was a founding member of began at age 11 when Al the Detroit Musicians’ Mutual Protective Union (founded started playing accordion at in 1881), later incorporated as The Musicians’ Protective events in Detroit. Part of the continued on page 28

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union from a researcher who would like to have access to the local’s re- and Benevolent Association of Detroit. This organization cords. Discussion ensued. Mr Denniston suggested the researcher provide joined the American Federation of Musicians in 1903 and the board with an overview of his project, the scope of his research, what at that point became known as The Detroit Federation of he hopes to publish and when. 1:24 PM On motion by Mr Lymperis, seconded by VP Cornelsen, to Musicians, Local 5. adjourn the meeting, it was adjourned. On motion by Mr Zelenak, sec- To quote Local 5 President William Bailey, “When we onded by Ms Mangan, to approve bringing Resolution 2 to the mem- realize that in those days the Musicians as well as the other bership for a vote, it was approved unanimously. The board continued its ongoing discussion about the future development of the local and the im- useful members of society did not take kindly to the idea portance of engaging youth and emerging genres of music by the union. of cooperating for their mutual benefit, and if they did at- The officers spoke with the board about a request received by the tempt to organize, were called anarchists and enemies of union from a researcher who would like to have access to the local’s re- cords. Discussion ensued. Mr Denniston suggested the researcher provide society, we must agree that we owe a debt of gratitude to the board with an overview of his project, the scope of his research, what those intrepid pioneers in their early attempts at organiza- he hopes to publish and when. tion.” Indeed... 1:24 PM On motion by Mr Lymperis, seconded by VP Cornelsen, to adjourn the meeting, it was adjourned. Dr. Marjorie Ross died on April 14, 2014 at the age of 95. She was born on November 10, 1918 in Detroit and affiliated with Local 5 in 1937. A 76-year member, she played drums, flute and viola. As a child, Dr Ross received The Music a violin from her grandfather and became very proficient on the instrument. She also learned to play the flute and of Giving the drums. During World War II, Marge was the drummer Would you like to help support music scholarships in an all-women USO band that played in various venues or a fellow member of Local 5 who is struggling for the troops. with an emergency situation? Members can make She was past president of the Battle Creek Symphony. tax-deductible donations to the Detroit Musicians Professionally, Dr Ross was the first female optometrist in Fund in two ways: Battle Creek, first female president of the Michigan Op- Monetary gifts tometric Association and first woman to chair the Michi- Send by mail to Local 5 Headquarters or through gan Board of Examiners in Optometry. She received the www.detroitmusiciansfund.org. For more informa- Board’s first Keyman Award and First Lifetime Achieve- tion, you may contact the fund either via email at ment Award. [email protected] or call 248-569- Anthony “Tony” Russo 5400, ext. 3. passed away on May 18, 2015 at the age of 93. He Contributions from end of 1st Quarter, was born on December 2015, and 2nd Quarter 16, 1921 in Detroit and Our sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who affiliated with Local 5 in helped out financially during the last quarter: 1939. A 76-year member, Carl Karoub Robert Welch Alonza McKenzie he played the trombone, violin, bass, trumpet and TOTAL = $200 baritone horn. Tony was Finally, the children of Mrs. Anne-Marie Matchulat a long-time teacher and and her late husband, Ernie Matchulat, donated an band director at Dearborn additional $100 as part of regular ongoing donations High School, as well as in his memory. conductor of his own Tony Russo Concert Band.

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