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Originally Posted by B15M I want to play with one of the local symphonies. There are about seven or eight in my area.
None of these symphonies have auditions or a Union contract although they use Union players.
I have really tried to play or get someone to listen to me so I can get a sub position but it hasn't happened. It's what I would call a closed shop.
I'm sure it's the same way on Broadway. There are a lot of players and the same people get the call. It just makes it hard for the new guy to get in. | Don't wait around for other people to ask you to play. Create your own band and booking agency and advertize in the yellow pages and local papers. When you have opportunities to offer call the people you want to work with to offer them work. Start with the top symphony players in your area even if you know they're not interested. Don't waste time running around with your hand out.
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Bill S.- NY Bach 6, 38 Mt. Vernon 43 Bach "C" cornet, NY Bach trombone 6vii Monette mouthpieces |