MEMBERS RESOURCE

ABSENCES

Communicate an absence by sending an to Morven Balmidiano, Logistics Manager, at m.balmidiano@yahoo.com and Anthony Spain, Artistic Director, at anthonyspainnwso@gmail.com and anyone in your section, such as your music partner or principal.

pLANNED Absence

Communicate your planned absence as indicated above then enter it in the Google Spreadsheet.
** You must still enter your absence in the spreadsheet even if it has been communicated. **

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DIfofuxWny03Ap6zWw5CpkBil1QwGg2GWrL3p6MV7SE/edit?usp=sharing

UNPLANNED ABSENCE

Communicate an unplanned absence as soon as possible by sending an email to Morven Balmidiano, Logistics Manager, at m.balmidiano@yahoo.com and Anthony Spain, Artistic Director, at anthonyspainnwso@gmail.com up to 4:00 pm before the scheduled rehearsal time. You may also call or text Morven on cell phone (425) 213-6492 any time. If text-messaging, please remember to leave your name.

REHEARSALS

Every effort will be made to have a rehearsal order so brass, woodwinds and percussion (BWP) players will be able to plan their rehearsal time. Unless otherwise indicated, all rehearsals, including dress rehearsals, begin promptly at 7:00 pm and typically end at 9:30 pm.  Dress rehearsals will finish when adequate preparation is completed.

Arrive no later than 6:50 pm to warm up, pick up music, etc. Be ready to tune at 6:55 pm. Rehearsal downbeat is at 7:00 pm. 

If an earlier rehearsal time is needed musicians will be notified well in advance.

The musician is responsible for material covered during rehearsal.

Musicians Playing One on a Part

The presence of all instruments is key to providing the overall structure of the music. Musicians playing one on a part (brass, woodwinds, and percussion) who must be absent are responsible for providing a substitute at non-dress rehearsals when possible.  The musician is responsible for leaving music with the librarian, section leader, or sending a scanned part, prior to a planned absence. The musician must coordinate with the sub for material covered at rehearsal.


Rehearsal LocationS

Mercer Island HS Music Building

Performance Venues

STANDARD Concert Attire

The standard dress code for all concerts.

Optional - Black Face Mask

 Women

  • You are free to wear a polished black outfit of your choice, but it should meet the requirements listed below.

  • Skirt or dress with length below the knees when seated. 

  • Long black dress or long black skirt/dress pants.

  • Mid length black skirt or dress worn with black hose stockings.

  • Black blouse

  • Elbow length or longer (preferred).

  • Please avoid spaghetti strap style top.

  • Black shoes, black stockings.

  • Unobtrusive jewelry.

  • Refrain from wearing perfume, cologne, highly scented moisturizer and hair spray.

 Men

  • Any outfit below with black shoes & black socks

    • Black tuxedo with white tux shirt and black bow tie (preferred)

    • Black suit with white shirt and black bow tie

    • Black suit with black shirt and black tie

    • Refrain from wearing perfume, cologne, highly scented moisturizer and hair spray.

Tickets

Please see Taylor Fritz (viola), tfritts@udel.edu, to purchase discounted concert tickets. General admission ticket prices for concerts at HPAC & Holy Rosary are $20 but half price, $10, for orchestra members. If leaving tickets for your guests at will call, place your tickets in an envelope with your guest’s name and give it Taylor.  Your guest will be able to pick up their tickets at the box office concert night. Invite your family, friends, and colleagues. Member that sells the most tickets receives recognition and a gift.

SPECIAL EVENT NWSO concert tickets at Benaroya Hall may be offered at discounted prices.

Safety First

Never leave your case, instrument, and personal belongings where someone might trip over it.

KEY CONTACTS

Anthony Spain, Conductor & Artistic Director
Email:  anthonyspainnwso@gmail.com
Phone:  (206) 683-9072 

Morven Balmidiano (Cello), Orchestra Logistics Manager
Email: m.balmidiano@yahoo.com
Phone:  (425) 213-6492 

Taylor Fritz, Discounted Ticket Sales
Email: tfritts@udel.edu
Phone: (631) 219-5411

Joel Kuni (Violin), Alternate Contact
Email: joelkuni@hotmail.com
Phone: (206) 909-1745

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