A MEASURE
FOR NOTHING
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OUR NAME
Our group is called “A Measure for Nothing”. The name sprang from a play on words. Often a conductor can be heard announcing to an orchestra, “I’ll give you a measure for nothing,” which means the conductor will count one complete measure with the baton before the music starts.”
Music has measures, and people take “measures” to accomplish things.
“Nothing” can mean devoid of any substance, but it can also mean “without compensation”.
The group was formed by “taking measures” that would make it possible for family and friends to play music together “for nothing”. We do it purely for the joy of it and without pay, fame, rank, or glory.
DONATIONS
AMFN is a non-profit group of friends who enjoy playing music together and for friends and family. If you would like to support some of the expenses incurred please donate. Every little bit counts.
WHO WE
ARE
"A Measure for Nothing" is a multi-generational group of individuals who appreciate music and see the value of group participation. In the beginning, circa 2011, a small mismatched group of eight musicians took turns hosting practice sessions in their homes until a larger rehearsal space was secured at a local community college in 2017. By 2020 the group had grown to 30 members...