Detroit Symphony musicians ratify new contract

Detroit Symphony musicians ratify new contract
COREY WILLIAMS Associated Press DETROIT A contentious six-month strike effectively ended Friday after musicians who agreed to pay cuts ratified a new contract with Detroit Symphony Orchestra management. The American Federation of Musicians finished counting votes early in the afternoon on the tentative deal reached after marathon weekend negotiations. “We are relieved that this struggle is over …
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