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06/02 Musicians Attend Networking Night

About 25 musicians braved the weather to attend South Florida Musicians Association's (SFMA) Networking Night at The Field on June 1.

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04/23 Reginald Nicholson Memorial Service Scheduled

We regret to announce the passing of Reginald F. Nicholson. Reggie was a Local 655 member for over 40 years. He retired from the Miami-Dade Public Schools in 2004, following a 36-year teaching career. A longtime Coconut Grove resident and former Commodore of the Coconut Grove Sailing Club, Reggie continued to be active as an instructor at the New World School and the University of Miami Young Musicians Camp, French hornist with Miami Symphony, and Artistic Director/Conductor of the Alhambra Orchestra. He mentored countless students throughout his career, and will be missed throughout the South Florida musical community. Reggie is survived by his beloved wife Carol.

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04/15 LARAS to Host musicFIRST Town Hall

The Latin Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences will be hosting a musicFIRST Town Hall on Monday, April 20, 2009, starting at 10:30 AM at the Eden Roc Resort and Spa in Miami Beach.

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03/18 Meeting Scheduled to Discuss Recording Issues

Local 655 is holding a meeting to discuss issues of concern for recording musicians in south Florida. The meeting will be held:

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