The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra kicks off its 2021 Spring Season at The VETS on Friday, March 12th with two performances of Gentle Winds at 5pm and 8pm.
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Its 2021 Spring Season
Celebrating 76 years of brilliant music-making and music education! by BWW News Desk
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra & Music School has continued to further its mission to enrich and transform the state and region through brilliant music performance and music education during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
As part of its ongoing effort, the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra proudly presents its 2021 Spring Season at The VETS. These innovative concerts can be experienced live, in-person at The VETS or virtually at StreamRIPhil.org to ensure the vital and accessible presence of music in this community and beyond during these unprecedented times. The Orchestra s 76th Season began on September 26 at The VETS, making the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra the first orchestra in New England to perform live in concert in over six months - and under the strictest safety measures.
The Virus Cost Performers Their Work, Then Their Health Coverage
As the entertainment industry collapsed during the pandemic, several major health plans made it harder to qualify for insurance. Thousands lost it.
“You never think it’s going to be you,” said Robbie Fairchild, a star of ballet, Broadway and film who was one of many performers to lose their health coverage amid the pandemic. He started a flower company when live performances were halted.Credit.Amr Alfiky/The New York Times
Published March 9, 2021Updated March 19, 2021
Ellyn Marie Marsh was getting ready to appear in a new off-Broadway musical last year when the pandemic struck, theaters were shut and her work evaporated.
Quick tax guide for independent artists
‘Tis the season! Tax time is here once again, and since your music is your business, it’s important to have a solid handle on you taxes, and make sure you’re taking advantage of al the deductions available to you.
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Your music is your business. It’s important to have your taxes in tip top shape! As a self employed musician, you have various tax deductions you should definitely be taking advantage of. Here’s what you need to know…
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College of the Canyons proudly welcomes composer/lyricist, conductor, pianist and music producer Georgia Stitt to the School of Visual & Performing Arts’ Virtual Industry Insight Series on Wednesday, March 10.
“I am excited to bring the inspirational Georgia Stitt to speak with our College Community in March,” said Jennifer Smolos, dean of the School of Visual & Performing Arts. “Ms. Stitt’s work inspires many women in a field that has been historically dominated by men. I am delighted that her presentation coincides with Women’s History Month.”
Stitt is the Founder and President of Maestra, an activist organization for women musicians in the theater. She has written original musicals, choral works, and collaborated with an incredible array of Broadway artists, including her husband Jason Robert Brown. Stitt has performed her music throughout the United States and in England, Scotland, Australia, Denmark, Germany and Japan. Her work has been performed on stages and i