The only positive aspect of exile, the musicians agreed, was the opportunity to expand artistically.
During the first meeting, both musicians agreed to start a new band.
Most Classical musicians will agree that it is good to play from memory when performing as a soloist.
The musicians will also be contributing more toward their health benefits and agreed to add more Sunday concerts.
In March 2005, the musicians and Adams agreed to a new contract.
Most musicians and critics agree that there is more to be discovered in the music of past masters.
Under the terms, the musicians agreed to give up two wage increases in return for increased contributions from producers to the union's health plan.
The musicians agreed to shorten intermission so they could leave quickly.
The expired contract called for base pay of $73,180 for a 42-week season; the musicians had already agreed to an 8 percent cut.
In 1986 the musicians agreed to a 20% pay cut.