Jim Neglia Email & Phone Number

Florham Park, Nj, Us

I am responsible for securing orchestras in each city Kansas is touring.

Tokyo, Japan

Music Coordinator for productions in the United States, Canada, Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Korea, and Thailand.

North America & Europe

Coordinate all aspects of live performance in venues throughout North America and Europe. Including hiring and overseeing local contractors in each city. Prepare contracts for the American Federation of Musicians, producing budgets, secure all back-line needs, union negotiations with each local throughout the world and general coordination for each performance worldwide.• Management of more than 140 performances in 18 months, carefully supervising over 86 members per performance, worldwide.• Responsible for removing my client from the International Unfair list for working Union Organization. Negotiations between MPG Live, The American Federation of Musicians as well as the largest and most powerful union in the country, Local 802 in New York City. MGP Live is an international entertainment company based in NYC specializing in the promotion of concerts and a variety of other special events. For over 30 years Massimo Gallotta, Founder and President of MGP Live, has been a leading promoter in the international music scene. With an eclectic roster of clients, MGP Live has also championed the niche world of the multimedia symphonic experience, partnering with top brands such as Nintendo and Square Enix to present various symphony tours worldwide.

Moynihan Station, New York

Unveiling of Summer Olympic uniforms for Brazil.

Https://Jimneglia.Com/About

Jim Neglia is a veteran force in the Performing Arts. He has been a working percussionist as well as an international music contractor and orchestra personnel manager for more than 35 years, working closely with some of the best-known names in the industry. From classical artists André Watts and Yo-Yo-Ma, to such contemporary artists as Huge Jackman and The Who, Neglia covers the entire gamut of music production and performance.During his career, he performed with The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, The New York City Opera, Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Bailey Circus, and performed live on the radio program All Things Considered. He has made various recordings for RCA, Decca, Albany, and Leonarda Records. Jim's career also took him abroad, working in 27 countries as a solo and orchestral percussionist. He has appeared and performed in the motion pictures I love NY with Christopher Plummer and Joe Gould's Secret with Stanley Tucci.After writing his autobiographical books, Onward and Upward and Center Stage, Neglia took a break from writing about the on-stage portion of his life to concentrate on the off-stage, collector's side. During the pandemic of 2020, Neglia published Visitors from the Past, where he shares his collection of visiting cards of famous composers, conductors, and instrumentalists. Neglia's collection is the most extensive collection in the world.Currently, Jim keeps a busy schedule as an orchestra personnel manager and international music coordinator. He resides in Florham Park, New Jersey, with his wife, Alexandra, and son, Daniel. For relaxation, he enjoys reading, writing, and collecting autographs and visiting cards, while keeping his website, www.JimNeglia.com, up to date.

Greater New York City Area

Oversee the entire music staff, manage all affairs, keep things flowing and working forward.

Greater New York City Area

Oversee and manage the entire music production team for any show in progress. Negotiate, yet uphold the language governing all productions via the AFM and all collective bargaining agreements.

Greater New York City Area

Secure all required musicians for Concert series at Carnegie Hall. Work closely with the American Federation of Musicians, Local 16 and Local 802. Inform the EPF (Pension Fund) as well as making contributions to the Federation Health fund. Work with each musician to insure their needs are met. Work with the conductors, accompanist and all soloists to insure all needs are met prior to the rehearsals/performances. Prepare all payrolls [musicians, union, pension fund, health care].

Orchestra Personnel Manager & Concert Organizer2004-Present Orchestra Personnel Manager: New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Neeme Järvi, Jacques Lacombe, Music Directors2004-Present Music Coordinator, Union negotiator Town Square Productions Managing Director, Don Frantz1999-Present Contractor for Carnegie Hall Invitation Concerts Through WorldStrides/Field Studies, New York Managing Director: Stephen Keim1999-Present Contractor: Oratorio Singers, Westfield NJ Music Director: Trent Johnson1998-2001 Personnel Manager: Westchester Symphony Orchestra Music Director: Anthony Aibel1998-2007 Owner/President of Arts Alive International, Inc. A Complete Music Production Company. Concert touring Organization covering 20 countries.1993-2013 Perform America Inc., New York: Contractor & Co-organizer European Tours covering 30 Countries Managing Director: Elliott Ritter1987-2010 Personnel Manager: New Philharmonic of New Jersey: Music Director Leon Hyman

Jacksonville, Florida Area

Newark, Nj

Secure all required musicians for Concert/Production series at The NJPAC. Work closely with the American Federation of Musicians, Local 16. Inform the EPF (Pension Fund) as well as making contributions to the Federation Health fund. Work with each musician to insure their needs are met. Work with the conductors, accompanist and all soloists to insure all needs are met prior to the rehearsals/performances. Prepare all payrolls [musicians, union, pension fund, health care].Work closly with NJPAC staff to insure all needs are met.

Greater Chicago Area

Coordinate the North American Tour covering 30+ cities. Hiring local contractors and overseeing their operations, budgets and all aspects of the tour. Act as liaison between the contractor and management at AWR Music LLC.For the local tour, covering Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and New York City, secure the orchestra. Organize rehearsal locations, charter bus transportation for the runouts. File all local contracts as well as touring contracts with the American Federation of Musicians. Secure payroll company, facilitate union contracts and the welfare of the personnel involved while working closely with the management at AWR.

Pnc Bank Arts Center, Holmdel Nj

Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions is the must-see video game concert of the year, giving fans and newcomers of all ages the chance to experience the evolution of the Pokémon franchise like never before. All-new orchestral arrangements and carefully timed visuals draw from recent and classic Pokémon video games.

Westfield, Nj

Secure all required musicians for Concert series in Westfield. Work closely with the American Federation of Musicians, Local 16. Inform the EPF (Pension Fund) as well as making contributions to the Federation Health fund. Work with each musician to insure their needs are met. Work with the conductors, accompanist and all soloists to insure all needs are met prior to the rehearsals/performances. Prepare all payrolls [musicians, union, pension fund, health care].

60 Park Place, 9Th Floor Newark, Nj 07102

The requirements of my position calls for the following:Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Proven--effective/efficient written/oral communications skills.• Knowledge and/or experience with electronic media practices and their associated AFM agreements• Superior organizational skills w/attention to detail and ability to schedule priorities to maximize efficiency and institutional goals• Ability to work under pressure, with a wide variety of personalities, exhibit patience, understanding, and a sense of humor• Knowledge of symphonic repertoire• Familiarity with orchestra industry practices, traditions and a working knowledge of musicians collective bargaining agreement.• Substantial computer literacy, including all elements of the Microsoft Office Suite.Duties:Administrative•Create and maintain musician contact list•Manage musician payroll•Maintain substitute musician lists as prescribed by principals and Music Director•Hire substitute musicians as needed•Produce rosters for Librarian & Production Manager•Track musician service counts•Process musician leave requests•Track all musician leave days used, roll over any unused days•Keep local chapter of the American Federation of Musicians updated as to contracts and musician violations•Obtain O-1 visas for foreign musicians•Maintain musician personnel files•Keep time for rehearsals and performances in conjunction with stage managerConcert/Rehearsal Duties•Attend all services•Take attendance•Act as official timekeeper•Ensure compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement•Inform guest conductors of rehearsal practicesOther•Arrange and attend tenure track meetings with Music Director and probationary musicians•Create and maintain list of ensembles for hire•Accompany musicians on bus travel•Attend all Staff and Production Meetings•Keep General Manager informed on all aspects of position•Performs other duties as needed

New Jersey Performing Arts Center

I have worked with such notables as:Gil Shaham, Nadja Salerno Sonnenberg, Midori, Joshua Bell, Hilary Hahn, Emanuel Ax, Sarah Chang, Lelia Josefowicz, Evelyn Glennie, Joseph Kalichstein, Sir James Galway, André Watts, Pamela Frank, Lillian Kallir, Claude Frank, Jerome Hines, Murray Periah, Richard Goode, Empire Brass, Richard Stoltzman, Leon Fleisher, Placido Domingo, Peter Serkin, Andrea Bocelli, Peter Schikele, Yo Yo Ma, Vladimir Feltsman, Vadim Gluzman Contemporary artists such as: Chuck Berry, Mel Torme, Joan Rivers, The Moody Blues, Marvin Hamlisch, Queen Latifah, Christopher Cross, Johnny Mathis, Michael Feinstein, Bernadette Peters, Don Rickles, Chris Botti, Spike Lee, Terrance Blanchard, Garrison Keillor, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Toni Tennille, Patti Austin, Smoky Robinson and Mayor Giuliani

Greater New York City Area

Secure all required musicians for Concert series at Carnegie Hall as well as Lincoln Center. Work closely with the American Federation of Musicians, Local 16 and Local 802. Inform the EPF (Pension Fund) as well as making contributions to the Federation Health fund. Work with each musician to insure their needs are met. Work with the conductors, accompanist and all soloists to insure all needs are met prior to the rehearsals/performances. Prepare all payrolls [musicians, union, pension fund, health care]Co-organize concerts all around the globe. I was responsible for booking performance halls, organizing concert promotion, arranging airfare, hotels, meals and other activities. I have taken orchestras, choruses, popular acts, brass ensembles, jazz groups, Negro spiritual choirs with orchestras and other groups to over 20 Countries.

Secure all required musicians for Concert seriesin and around Ridgewood, NJ Work closely with the American Federation of Musicians, Local 16. Inform the EPF (Pension Fund) as well as making contributions to the Federation Health fund. Work with each musician to insure their needs are met. Work with the conductors, accompanist and all soloists to insure all needs are met prior to the rehearsals/performances. Prepare all payrolls [musicians, union, pension fund, health care].

Morristown, Nj

Secure all required musicians for Concert/Production series. Work closely with the American Federation of Musicians, Local 16. Inform the EPF (Pension Fund) as well as making contributions to the Federation Health fund. Work with each musician to insure their needs are met. Work with the conductors, accompanist and all soloists to insure all needs are met prior to the rehearsals/performances. Prepare all payrolls [musicians, union, pension fund, health care]. In addition, I would perform with the orchestra as Principal Timpanist as well as percussionist.

North Arlington, Nj

I was President of Arts Alive International, Inc, a company I created in 1998 to help produce all musical events. During that time, I produced concerts in over 400 venues, covering 30+ Countries. Since starting my current position at the New Jersey Symphony, I could not run both aspects of the business any longer. I have closed AAI but keep the knowledge with me!

Sarasota, Florida Area

over saw all musical needs for the production of A TALE OF TWO CITIES pre-Broadway

Bm & Mm, Percussion Performance

Activities and Societies: 1988-1990: Post Graduate (Studies with Walter Rosenberger & Christopher Lamb, NY Philharmonic) 1988 M.M..

High School Degree, Music

Activities and Societies: Band, Spring Musical, Battle of the Bands!MISSION STATEMENT Seton Hall Preparatory School is a Catholic.