Joe Gaudio passed away on Saturday, April 18th, 2020, at age 85. He is survived by Edie, his wife of 61 years, sons Peter and David (Amy), daughter Amy (Tim), his grandson Julian, granddaughter Lilyana, and granddog Mo.
Joe studied music at CCM and graduated with a BM in 1958. He later attended UC in 1964 to complete a BME. In 1977 he was awarded a Master of Music degree in Music Education from Xavier University. Joe taught for 8 years in the NW School District and 17 years in the Indian Hill School District. He also served as an adjunct saxophone instructor at Miami University.
Over the course of his career, Joe was a member of the Dee Felice Big Band, Frank Brown’s Band, Carmon DeLeone’s Studio Big Band, Pat Kelley’s PsychoAcoustic Orchestra, Ed Moss’ Society Jazz Orchestra, and Latin Xposure. He was also a member of the U.S. Army Field Band. Musical organizations that Joe participated in include the Cincinnati Ballet Orchestra, Cincinnati Pops, and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. He did stints on the Rob Braun Show and The Nick Clooney Show. He backed artists such as Rosemary Clooney, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Joe Williams, Mel Torme, Aretha Franklin, and The Temptations. He also recorded with James Brown at King Records, the Blue Wisp Big Band, Cincinnati Pops, PsychoAcoustic Orchestra, and Ed Moss Society Jazz Orchestra.
Joe served on the Board of Trustees for the Cincinnati Musicians Association, Jazz Alive Inc., and as an advisor to the Cincinnati Jazz Hall of Fame. Joe was a founding member of the Blue Wisp Big Band in 1980 and retired from playing in 2015. He was the business manager and contact for the band during the length of his tenure.
Joe was a saxophonist, musician, and lover of music. He played music from the heart and he had an unmatched sense of humor and wit. Joe was a dedicated teacher, beloved mentor, and friend to all; he loved his community but more than anything Joe loved his family. He will forever be the leader of their band.
Due to Covid-19, there will be no visitation at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Joe’s name to Jazz Alive, the Jazz Program at CCM, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and Free Store Food Bank.
Joseph Gaudio, Board Member
Board Meeting May 3, 2021
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on May 3, 2021 at 12:07 PM.
All members were present.
President Frankenfeld in chair.
The minutes of the April 12, 2021 meeting were approved with the addition of the word ‘roster’ in New Business. M/S Lambert/Lausche
OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:
I. President’s Report
II. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
III. Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
NEW BUSINESS:
I. FC Cincinnati opens its new stadium soon. The Towne Center Garage, used by CSO musicians and staff, will be off limits three hours prior to any home game and for a short period after each home game.
II. The Brady Icon Music Center is planning on opening in June or July of 2021.
THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID: Vouchers were not discussed at the meeting.
Next meeting scheduled for Monday, May 17 at 11:00 AM.
Meeting adjourned at 1:33 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary, Local #1
Board Meeting April 12, 2021
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on April 12, 2021 at 12:15 PM.
All members were present.
President Frankenfeld in chair.
The minutes of the March 29, 2021 meeting were approved. M/S Lynne Scott/Barb Lambert
OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:
I. President’s Report
II. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
III. Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
NEW BUSINESS:
I. A current CSO will be sent to Rhonda so the Strike Fund payment can be made.
II. BRAVO MUSIC
III. MPTF
IV. Work dues
THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:
NONE
Next meeting scheduled for Monday, April 26 at 12:00 PM.
Meeting adjourned at 1:03 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary, Local #1
Board Meeting March 29, 2021
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on March 29, 2021 at 12:14 PM.
Paul Frankenfeld was absent.
Barbara Lambert was in chair.
The minutes of the March 15, 2021 meeting were approved. M/S Lee/Andres
OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:
I. President’s Report
NEW BUSINESS:
NONE
THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID: The motion to approve was made by Lynne Scott and the second was provided by Don Hurd. The motion was approved.
See attached B 27459 – 27463
Next meeting scheduled for Monday, April 12 at 12:00 PM.
Meeting adjourned at 12:43 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary, Local #1
Quarterly General Membership Meeting March 22, 2021
A meeting of the general membership of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on March 22, 2021 at 7:18 PM.
President Frankenfeld was in chair.
18 members were present.
BUSINESS MEETING – held in Zoom
The meeting began with a rollcall of Officers and Trustees.
Minutes
The minutes of the November 9, 2020 quarterly general membership meeting were read. A motion to approve the minutes was given by Dave Haldeman. Lynne Scott provided the second. The motion was approved.
I. Presidents Report
II. Pension Fund Update
III. Musicians Performance Trust Fund (MPTF)
IV. Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
V. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
VI. Open Floor
The meeting adjourned at 8:41 PM. Virtual social time followed the business meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary
Local #1 AFM
Board Meeting March 15, 2021
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on March 15, 2021 at 12:18 PM.
All members were present.
President Frankenfeld in chair.
The minutes of the February 22, 2021 meeting were approved with a minor grammatical correction. M/S Hurd/Lambert
OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:
I. President’s Report
II. Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra (CCO)
III. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
MISC:
I. General Update
THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID: The motion to approve was made by Don Hurd and the second was provided by Barb Lambert. The motion was approved. The charge to Staples was for pens and forms.
See attached B 27433 – 27548
Next meeting scheduled for Monday, March 22 at 5:30 PM and will be followed by the General Membership meetings at 7:00 PM. Both meetings will use the same Zoom link.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86700844059?pwd=S1R2MzlWT0t6blpOdDJCdzY5UVArdz09
Meeting adjourned at 1:28 PM
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary, Local #1
Board Meeting February 22, 2021
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on February 22, 2021 at 12:06 PM.
All members were present.
President Frankenfeld in chair.
The minutes of the February 8, 2021 meeting were approved. M/S Scott/Hurd
OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:
I. President’s Report
II. CSO
III. Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
NEW BUSINESS:
I. Miscellaneous
THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID: The motion to approve was made by Lynne Scott and the second was provided by Barb Lambert. The motion was approved.
See attached B 27431 – B 27432
Next meeting scheduled for Monday, March 8 at 12:00 PM.
Meeting adjourned at 12:49 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary, Local #1
Board Meeting February 8, 2021
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on February 8, 2021 at 12:15 PM.
All members were present.
President Frankenfeld in chair.
The minutes of the January 25, 2021 meeting were approved with two minor correction. Butch-Lewis was corrected to Butch Lewis and under New Business III. Misc. The answer to how much of our annual dues goes to AFM National Office was corrected to read per capita is $12 for honorary members and $14.50 for regular members. This comes out of the General Fund and is paid quarterly. M/S Hurd/Lausche
OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:
I. President’s Report
II. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
III. Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
NEW BUSINESS:
I. Taft Museum Concert Series
THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID: The motion to approve was made by Barb Lambert and the second was provided by Don Hurd. The motion was approved.
See attached B 27407 – 27430
Next meeting scheduled for Monday, February 22 at 12:00 PM.
Meeting adjourned at 1:15 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary, Local #1
Board Meeting January 25, 2021
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on January 25, 2021 at 12:10 PM.
Rebecca Andres was absent.
Guest: Wes Woolard, Chair of the Players Committee for the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra.
President Frankenfeld in chair.
The minutes of the December 21, 2020 meeting were approved with a correction in section IV. Misc. b. President Frankenfeld is looking at those who are retiring and there is no budget to hold auditions. There is also the need for a two-month lead-time for advertising. It was agreed in the contract extension that there would not be any auditions. M/S Lambert/Lee.
The minutes of the January 11, 2021 meeting were approved. M/S Hurd/Lambert.
OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:
I. Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra
II. Northside Bank Account
III. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
IV. Cincinnati Ballet
NEW BUSINESS:
I. Membership Dues
II. AFM Pension Update
THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID: The motion to approve was made by Lynne Scott and the second was provided by Barb Lambert. The motion was approved.
See attached B 27366 – 27395
Next meeting scheduled for Monday, February 8 at 12:00 PM.
Meeting adjourned at 1:08 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary, Local #1
Board Meeting Minutes January 11, 2021
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors’ of the Cincinnati Musicians’ Association was called to order on January 11, 2021 at 11:14 AM.
All members were present.
President Frankenfeld in chair.
The minutes of the December 21, 2020 meeting were tabled.
OLD/CURRENT BUSINESS:
I. President’s Report
II. Pension Update
III. Constitution Revisions
NEW BUSINESS:
I. COVID vaccine
II. The Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra has requested to use archived recordings for the Arts Climb at the Cincinnati Art Museum.
III. The Cincinnati Pops are planning an in-person performance starting next week and attendance is limited to 300 people.
THE FOLLOWING VOUCHERS WERE ORDERED PAID:
The motion to approve the December 21, 2020 vouchers was made by Don Hurd and the second was provided by Jonathan Lee. The motion was approved.
See attached B 27350 – 27365
The motion to approve the January 11, 2021 vouchers was made by Rebecca Andres and the second was provided by Barb Lambert. The motion was approved.
See attached B 27366 – 27395
Next meeting scheduled for Monday, January 25 at 12:00 PM.
Meeting adjourned at 12:05 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dunevant
Secretary, Local #1
Joe Gaudio
Joe Gaudio passed away on Saturday, April 18th, 2020, at age 85. He is survived by Edie, his wife of 61 years, sons Peter and David (Amy), daughter Amy (Tim), his grandson Julian, granddaughter Lilyana, and granddog Mo.
Joe studied music at CCM and graduated with a BM in 1958. He later attended UC in 1964 to complete a BME. In 1977 he was awarded a Master of Music degree in Music Education from Xavier University. Joe taught for 8 years in the NW School District and 17 years in the Indian Hill School District. He also served as an adjunct saxophone instructor at Miami University.
Over the course of his career, Joe was a member of the Dee Felice Big Band, Frank Brown’s Band, Carmon DeLeone’s Studio Big Band, Pat Kelley’s PsychoAcoustic Orchestra, Ed Moss’ Society Jazz Orchestra, and Latin Xposure. He was also a member of the U.S. Army Field Band. Musical organizations that Joe participated in include the Cincinnati Ballet Orchestra, Cincinnati Pops, and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. He did stints on the Rob Braun Show and The Nick Clooney Show. He backed artists such as Rosemary Clooney, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Joe Williams, Mel Torme, Aretha Franklin, and The Temptations. He also recorded with James Brown at King Records, the Blue Wisp Big Band, Cincinnati Pops, PsychoAcoustic Orchestra, and Ed Moss Society Jazz Orchestra.
Joe served on the Board of Trustees for the Cincinnati Musicians Association, Jazz Alive Inc., and as an advisor to the Cincinnati Jazz Hall of Fame. Joe was a founding member of the Blue Wisp Big Band in 1980 and retired from playing in 2015. He was the business manager and contact for the band during the length of his tenure.
Joe was a saxophonist, musician, and lover of music. He played music from the heart and he had an unmatched sense of humor and wit. Joe was a dedicated teacher, beloved mentor, and friend to all; he loved his community but more than anything Joe loved his family. He will forever be the leader of their band.
Due to Covid-19, there will be no visitation at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Joe’s name to Jazz Alive, the Jazz Program at CCM, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and Free Store Food Bank.
Joseph Gaudio, Board Member