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SUMMARY:The Amicitia Clarinet Duo\, at the Oklahoma University\, Performed “Spark” by Jenni Brandon
DESCRIPTION:The Amicitia Clarinet Duo at the Oklahoma University School of Music – Pitman Recital Hall performed “Spark” by Jenni Brandon. This guest artist recital by the Amicitia Clarinet Duo was on Tuesday\, April 1\, 2025\, from·6:00 – 7:00pm. The members of the Amicitia Duo are Diane Barger\, Denise Gainey\, and Mark Clinton. \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-amicitia-clarinet-duo-at-the-oklahoma-university-performed-spark-by-jenni-brandon/
LOCATION:Oklahoma University School of Music\, Pitman Recital Hall\, 500 West Boyd\, Norman\, OK\, 73019\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250328T184002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T184002Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Bandon’s Great Sand Dunes Performed by Birds On A Wire\, A New Music Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Western Michigan University’s New Music Ensemble\, Irving S. Gilmore School of Music performs Jenni Brandon’s Great Sand Dunes for flute and marimba in concert. The concert on March 25\, 2025\, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall\, at 7:30 p.m. featured guest artist Matthew Coley on marimba. The program is: \nBirds on a Wire \n2024–25 Season Tuesday 25 March 2025 \n317th Concert Dalton Center Recital Hall \n7:30 p.m. \nDAVID COLSON\, Conductor \nYamileth Almeida Maza\, Flute \nCanon Cochran\, Clarinet and Bass Clarinet \nJake Schott\, Piano \nYueyu Liu\, Violin \nKyle Bohlinger\, Viola \nJamison Moore\, Cello \nOlivia Stelmaszek\, Bass \nwith guest artist \nMatthew Coley\, Percussion \n  \nPaul Hindemith Musikalisches Blumengärtlein und Leyptziger Allerley (1927) 1895–1963 \nUntitled \nPrière d’une vierge dans la Tonart mixolydique \nUntitled \nKanon (zum Schießen)Broken MelodyMarsch der Löwenreichswehr (Oberst W. Gewidmet)Lied \nDie Gebetsmühle im Schwarzwald\, Charakterstück \nEin Tänzlein \nCanon Cochran\, Clarinet \nOlivia Stelmaszek\, Bass \nJenni Brandon Great Sand Dunes (2018) b. 1977 \nStar Dune – Main Dune Mass \nSabkha: Salt Flats \nStream: Surge Flow \nThe Great Sand Dunes: A Closed System \nYamileth Almeida Maza\, Flute \nMatthew Coley\, Marimba \nDavid Colson String Trio Number 1: Zazen (2005) b. 1957 \nNow there is time \nRain The dolls in the window are doing perfect zazen but their eyes are not open \nA Forest of Clouds \nStand still\, stand still \nYueyu Liu\, Violin \nKyle Bohlinger\, Viola \nJamison Moore\, Cello \nIntermission \nBjorn Berkhout Torque for solo hammered dulcimer (2013) b. 1969 \nMatthew Coley\, Hammered Dulcimer \nLee Hyla Amnesia Variance (1989) 1952–2014 \nMatthew Coley\, Hammered Dulcimer \nBIRDS ON A WIRE
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-bandons-great-sand-dunes-performed-by-birds-on-a-wire-a-new-music-ensemble/
LOCATION:Western Michigan Dalton Center Recital Hall\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008-5434\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T213000
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CREATED:20250325T213720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T213720Z
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SUMMARY:Crane School of Music Women of the 21st Century Performed Jenni Brandon's From Sea to Sky: Stories of Amazing Women
DESCRIPTION:From Sea to Sky Stories of Amazing Women\, by Jenni Brandon\, performed by the Crane School of Music at Potsdam New York. The performance was on Sunday\, March 23\, 2025\, in the Sara M. Snell Music Theater at 7:30 PM. The Sara M. Snell Music Theater provides an ideal acoustic for operas\, concerts and recitals\, seating just over 450 audience members. \nThe Crane School of Music is located with  The State University of New York at Potsdam\, 44 Pierrepont Avenue. Potsdam\, NY 13676.  Telephone 315-267-2000. \nFrom Sea to Sky: Stories of Amazing Women for Oboe\, Clarinet in B-flat\, and Bassoon celebrates a group of remarkable women who profoundly influenced our world. From the depths of the sea to the expansive skies and beyond\, it chronicles the extraordinary contributions of women in science\, the arts\, and exploration. Option to perform as a whole or choose sections for concerts and educational events. \nThis work explores the following women: \n\nJeanne Villepreux-Power(1794-1871)\, the inventor of the Aquarium and a leading researcher in cephalopods.\nAnna May Wong(1905-1961) – the first Chinese American film star in Hollywood who was a champion for Asian Americans in film and television.\nThe mother-daughter duo of Marie(1867-1934) and Irène Curie(1897-1956) who both won Nobel Prizes for their work in radioactivity.\nBessie Coleman(1892-1926) – the first African American woman and Native American Woman to hold a pilot’s license.\nSally Ride(1951-2012) – First American woman to fly in space.\nNicole Aunapu Mann(1977- ) – first Native American woman in space.\n\n  \n \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com \n 
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/crane-school-of-music-women-of-the-21st-century-performed-jenni-brandons-from-sea-to-sky-stories-of-amazing-women/
LOCATION:Crane School of Music\, Potsdam\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250407T161016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T161016Z
UID:20867-1742499000-1742502600@jennibrandon.com
SUMMARY:Martin J. Van Klompenberg Performed “Chrysos” by Jenni Brandon at North Dakota State University.
DESCRIPTION:“Chrysos” by Jenni Brandon’s performed by Martin J. Van Klompenberg at North Dakota State University Beckwith Recital Hall. The performance was at 7:30p.m.\, March 20\, 2025. \nChrysos for bassoon and piano by Jenni Brandon explores the life cycle of the Monarch Butterfly which lives and migrates across North America.  The work\, in one movement\, has five sections that tell the story of this cycle. \nThe recital is available online at 2025-03-20 Martin Van Klompenberg Recital on Vimeo. The program was: \nSolo de Concert\, Op. 35 Gabriel Pierné (1863 – 1937) \nIn Malaysia Shao Fern Teo (b.1992) \nOpening \nPanorama \nGrandpa’s House \nTravelers Martin J. Van Klompenberg (b. 1982) \nThe Treant’s March Jonathon Erickson (b.1999) \n*WORLD PREMIERE* \nBassoon Set Adolphus Hailstork (b.1941) \nModerato con anima \nVivo \nLento e teneramente \nAllegretto \nChrysos Jenni Brandon (b. 1977) \nThe Butter \nThe Egg \nCaterpillar (Larva): Molting and Eating Milkweed \nThe Chrysalis (Pupa) – Green and Gold \nEmerge \n  \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/martin-j-van-klompenberg-performed-chrysos-by-jenni-brandon-at-north-dakota-state-university/
LOCATION:North Dakota State University Beckwith Recital Hall\, 12th Ave N\, Fargo\, ND\, 58105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T083000
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CREATED:20250321T191254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T191254Z
UID:20740-1742027400-1742031000@jennibrandon.com
SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Sun Songs” for Soprano\, English Horn\, Bassoon\, and Piano Performed At The She Festival of Music for Women
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Sun Songs” for Soprano\, English Horn\, Bassoon\, and Piano performed at the She Festival\, March 15\, 2025\, University of Arkansas\, Fayetteville\, Faulkner Performing Arts Center Arkansas. Sun Songs performers are Kathleen Carter Bell\, Conor Bell\, Sarah Beckham-Turner and Sarah Rushing. The program follows: \nJenni Brandon’s — Sun Songs \nAlthea Talbot-Howard’s — Byzantion I \nSHE began in 2019 as a celebration of the contributions and artistry of women in music. The festival is presented in March each year in conjunction with Women’s History Month. \nThe 2025 SHE: Festival of Women in Music hosts over 100 musicians and academics from around the world to present works and research representing and celebrating women in music from March 14-16\,2025.  SHE includes performances\, lectures\, and masterclasses. The festival has brought over a dozen guest artists and lecturers to campus and featured both faculty and student performers. \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-sun-songs-for-soprano-english-horn-bassoon-and-piano-performed-at-the-she-festival-of-music-for-women/
LOCATION:University of Arkansas Faulkner Performing Arts Center\, 453 N. Garland\, Fayetteville\, AR\, 72701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250312T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250312T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250315T193409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T193409Z
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SUMMARY:Nancy King and Jeffrey Lyman performed Jenni Brandon’s Double Concerto For Oboe and Bassoon with Wind Symphony at University of Michigan School of Music.
DESCRIPTION:Nancy King and Jeffrey Lyman performed Jenni Brandon’s Double Concerto For Oboe and Bassoon with Wind Symphony at the University of Michigan School of Music. The performance was with the University of Michigan School of Music\, Theatre & Dance Concert Band at 8pm eastern time\, March 12\, 2025\, in the Hill Auditorium 825 N. University Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109-1276 \nProgram \nCourtney Snyder\, Conductor \nJohn Mange\, Graduate Conductor \nNancy Ambrose King\, Oboe \nJeffrey Lyman\, Bassoon \nWednesday\, March 12\, 2025 \nHill Auditorium \n8:00 PM \nTRAVELER \nRocky Point Holiday (1969) Ron Nelson (1929–2023) \nPagodes from Estampes\, L.100 (1903/2023) Claude Debussy (1862–1918) arr. Andrew McWade \nJohn Mange\, graduate conductor \nSuite Française (1957) Darius Milhaud Normandie (1892–1974) \nBretagne \nÎle de France \nAlsace-Lorraine \nProvence \nIntermission \nDouble Concerto for Oboe and Bassoon with Wind Symphony (2012) Jenni Brandon (b. 1977) \nThe Spiral Galaxy \nTravelling through the Milky Way \nThe Orion Spur: The Blue Planet Waltz \nSupermassive Black Hole: Falling into the abyss… \nDark Matter: “…an elementary particle that pervades the universe \nThe Orion Nebula: “We are made of star-stuff.” \nNancy Ambrose King\, oboe \nJeffrey Lyman\, bassoon \nTraveler (2003) David Maslanka (1943–2017) \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/nancy-king-and-jeffrey-lyman-performed-jenni-brandons-double-concerto-for-oboe-and-bassoon-with-wind-symphony-at-university-of-michigan-school-of-music/
LOCATION:University of Michigan School of Music\, Theatre & Dance\, 1100 Baits Dr\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48109-2085\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250305T182847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T182847Z
UID:20671-1741462200-1741469400@jennibrandon.com
SUMMARY:World Premiere: Cobalt Blue - Concerto for Flute (with Piccolo) and Wind Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the World Premiere of Jenni Brandon’s newest work “Cobalt Blue” – a concerto for Flute (with Piccolo) and Wind Symphony. Commissioned by flute soloist Dr. Jenni Olson and premiered by the California State University\, Long Beach Wind ensemble under the direction of Dr. Jermie Arnold.\n\nJoin livestream:https://www.youtube.com/live/5AMVTqatCVM?si=700NTdzLjq0Uq6fl\n\n\n\n\npurchase tickets here:https://www.tix.com/tick…/carpenterarts/6773/event/1418026\n\nLearn more about being part of the consortium for Cobalt Blue:https://jennibrandon.com/…/cobalt-blue-concerto-for…/
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/world-premiere-cobalt-blue-concerto-for-flute-with-piccolo-and-wind-symphony/
LOCATION:Carpenter Center\, 6200 E. Atherton St\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90815\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250320T204716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T204741Z
UID:20733-1740049200-1740056400@jennibrandon.com
SUMMARY:The Sorores Duo Performs Jenni Brandon’s Multitudinous Stars and Spring Waters at Central College\, Pella\, Iowa
DESCRIPTION:The Sorores Duo performs Jenni Brandon’s Multitudinous Stars and Spring Waters at Central College\, 812 University St. Pella\, Iowa\, 50219 on February 20\, 2025 in the Cox-Snow Recital Hall. The Duo was excited to be playing pieces new to them by Lori Neprud Ardovino and Jenni Brandon\, and we always love revisiting Lori Laitman’s Butterfly songs! \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-sorores-duo-performs-jenni-brandons-multitudinous-stars-and-spring-waters-at-central-college-pella-iowa/
LOCATION:Central College
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250324T211040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T211040Z
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SUMMARY:USMC Band\, The Presidents Own\, Performs The Sequoia Trio by Jenni Brandon
DESCRIPTION:The Sequoia Trio by Jenni Brandon was performed by the USMC Band\, The Presidents Own\, as part of their Chamber Music Series. The performance was on February 16\, 2025\, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Center\, Montgomery College\, Silver Springs\, Maryland. The concert was coordinated by Gunnery Sgt. Robert Bonner and is a free performance. \nProgram \nUSMC BAND CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES  \nSunday\, February 16\, 2025\, at 2:00 P.M. Cultural Arts Center  \nMontgomery College  \nSilver Spring\, MD  \nGySgt Robert Bonner\, coordinator  \nLieutenant Colonel Ryan Nowlin\, Director \nJessie Montgomery (b. 1981) — “Peace” (2020) \nSSgt Nick Thompson\, clarinet\, SSgt Dominic Muzzi\, piano \nJenni Brandon (b. 1977) — The Sequoia Trio (2009) \nSequoiadendrom giganteum: The Big Tree \nTree Interlude One \nA crowd of helpful young trees and saplings \n…The Three Graces \nTree Interlude Two \nThe Noble Trees \nGySgt Kristin Bowers\, clarinet\, SSgt Matthew Gregoire\, bassoon\, GySgt Tessa Gross\, oboe \nLibby Larsen (b. 1950) — Ridge Runner\, An Uninterrupted Suite (2012) \nGySgt Robert Bonner\, trumpet\, SSgt Alex Garde\, and SSgt Mary La Blanc\, percussion \n Intermission \n Vaclav Nelhybel (1919–96) — Ludus for Three Tubas (1975) \nGySgt Landres Bryant\, GySgt Simon Wildman\, and SSgt Benjamin St. Pierre\, tuba \nPaul Juon (1872–1940) — Trio-Miniaturen\, Opp. 18a\, 24a \nRêverie\, Op. 18 No. 3 \nHumoreske\, Op. 18 No. 7 \nElegie\, Op. 18 No. 6 \nDanse phantastique\, Op. 24 No. 2 \nGySgt Parker Gaims clarinet\, GySgt Clayton Vaughn cello\, GySgt Christopher Schmitt piano \nBohuslav Martinů (1890–1959) — Suite from La Revue de Cuisine \nPrologue: Allegretto \nTango: Lento; Andante \nCharleston: Poco a poco allegro \nFinale: Marche; Allegretto \nGySgt Lewis Gilmore\, clarinet SSgt Matthew Gregoire\, bassoon GySgt Robert Bonner\, trumpet SSgt Dominic Muzzi\, piano GySgt Foster Wang\, violin GySgt Clayton Vaughn\, cello \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/usmc-band-the-presidents-own-performs-the-sequoia-trio-by-jenni-brandon/
LOCATION:Montgomery College\, 7600 Takoma Avenue\, Takoma Park\, MD 20912\, MD\, 20912\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="USMC Band Presidents Own":MAILTO:marineband.communication@usmc.mil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250320T193337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T193337Z
UID:20729-1738688400-1738695600@jennibrandon.com
SUMMARY:Conor Bell and Kathleen Carter Bell Perform Jenni Brandon's "Sun Songs" for Soprano\, English Horn\, Bassoon\, and Piano In A Recital "Balloons and Sunshine"
DESCRIPTION:Conor Bell and Kathleen Carter Bell perform Jenni Brandon’s “Sun Songs” for Soprano\, English Horn\, Bassoon\, and Piano on their wonderfully titled recital “Balloons and Sunshine” at 6:00 pm West Texas A&M University\, at the Sybill B Harington Fine Arts Complex\, Mary Moody Northern Hall\, 161 2400 Russell Long Blvd\, Canyon\, Texas\, 79016\, 806-651-2777 \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com \n 
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/conor-bell-and-kathleen-carter-bell-perform-jenni-brandons-sun-songs-for-soprano-english-horn-bassoon-and-piano-in-a-recital-balloons-and-sunshine/
LOCATION:West Texas A&M University\, Sybill B Harington Fine Arts Complex\, Mary Moody Northern Hall\, Canyon\, TX\, 79016\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250124T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250124T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250314T212847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T212847Z
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SUMMARY:The Covert-Ensemble at Butler University Performed The Sky Between Us by Jenni Brandon
DESCRIPTION:The Covert Ensemble performed\, at Butler University\, “The Sky Between Us’ by Jenni Brandon on January 24\, 2025\, at 7:30 P.M. in the Eidson-Duckwall Recital Hall. The performance address is Jordan College of the Arts\, Butler University\, 4600 Sunset Avenue Indianapolis\, Indiana\, 46208. \nCovert Ensemble \nKateřina Pavlíková & Dave Camwell – Saxophones \nTingting Yao – Piano \nEidson-Duckwall Recital Hall \nFriday\, January 24\, 2025 • 7:30 P.M. \nFoxy Music — Phillip Geiss (b. 1959) \nThe Perfect Storm — Chris Evan Hass (b. 1993) \n* The Calm Before \n* Taken By \n * The Eye Of. \n* Ride Out \nThe Sky Between Us —Jenni Brandon (b. 1977) \n* Sun and Moon \n* Sweets and Snow \n* Life and Love \nAquarius — Martin Hybler (b. 1977) \n* Allegro \n* Andante \n* Presto \nJenni Brandon is an award-winning composer and conductor who enjoys engaging with performers and audiences and collaborating on new works. All of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-covert-ensemble-at-butler-university-performed-the-sky-between-us-by-jenni-brandon/
LOCATION:Eidson-Duckwall Recital Hall\, 4600 Sunset Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46208\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250122T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20250315T190909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T190909Z
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SUMMARY:The Covert Ensemble Performs\, At Michigan State University\, Jenni Brandon’s The Sky Between Us
DESCRIPTION:The Covert Ensemble performs\, at Michigan State University\, Jenni Brandon’s The Sky Between Us on January 22\, 2025. The performance was at 7:30 P.M. in the Cook Recital Hall. This is a Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series sponsored by WKAR. \nProgram \nFoxy Music – Phillipe Geiss (b. 1961) \nThe Perfect Storm – Chris Evans Hass (b. 1993) \nThe Calm Before \nTaken By \nThe Calm Before \nRide Out \nAquarius – Martin Hybler \nAllegro \nAndante \nPresto \nThe Sky Between Us – Jenni Brandon )(b. 1977) \n  \nCovert Ensemble is the name of Dave Camwell and Kateřina Pavlíková‘s musical partnership that began in early 2021 and has resulted in more than 25 exceptional and unique arrangements of popular classical music from J.S. Bach to contemporary composers such as Max Richter. DC & KP also produce music that deliberately blurs the line between the classical\, rock and pop worlds. Their ethos is centered upon musical virtuosity and beguiling visuals. \nThe ensemble has toured the Czech Republic\, Canada and the USA\, and recently led international consortiums by composers Jenni Brandon and Martin Hybler\, and recorded Hybler’s Aquarius double concerto with the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra. The group was recently named the second prize winners of the American Prize in Chamber Music Performance in October\, 2024\, and the national finalists for the Ernst Bacon Memorial Award for the Performance of American Music in December\, 2024. \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-covert-ensemble-performs-at-michigan-state-university-jenni-brandons-the-sky-between-us/
LOCATION:Michigan State University School of Music\, Theatre & Dance\, 333 West Circle Dr.\, East Lansing\, MI\, 4824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241204T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240819T205418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T205418Z
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SUMMARY:The BBC Concert Orchestra & The Universities for Nottingham Perform “Tonight\, A Stolen Moment” by Jenni Brandon
DESCRIPTION:“Tonight\, A Stolen Moment”\, by Jenni Brandon\, is performed by the BBC Concert Orchestra & The Universities for Nottingham. The concert date is December 4\, 2024\, at 7:30 pm in the Royal Concert Hall\, Theatre Square\, Nottingham\, NG1 5ND\, UK. The ticket costs are £12 — £41 and can be purchased online at BBC Concert Orchestra: Universities for Nottingham Concert | TRCH.  \nProgram \nEric Whitacre: Leonardo Dreams of his Flying Machine\nJenni Brandon: Tonight\, A Stolen Moment\nOrff: Carmina Burana \nConductor: George Jackson\nChoral director: Calum Fraser\nChoral director: Matthew Hopkins \nSoprano: Fflur Wyn\nTenor: Levy Sekgapane\nBaritone: Morgan Pearse \nBBC Concert Orchestra\nUniversity of Nottingham Choir\nNottingham Trent University Choir\nChoristers of Southwell Minster \nThis grand collaboration between both of Nottingham’s universities\, in partnership with the BBC Concert Orchestra\, showcases two works by leading contemporary American composers before an epic performance of a choral classic. Eric Whitacre ventures into Leonardo da Vinci’s dreamworld\, in an exotic fusion of ancient words with modern musical timbres\, whilst Jenni Brandon tells the moving story of an immigrant family on the move\, guided by the stars and sustained by their memories. \nA collection of lusty writings from the thirteenth century proved an alluring subject for German composer Carl Orff\, who turned their satirical commentary on all manner of fleshly pleasures\, as well as the inevitably cruel turns of fortune\, into a twentieth-century masterpiece. \nThis concert is part of a program of activities supported by the Universities for Nottingham partnership with the BBC Concert Orchestra and the orchestra’s residency at the Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall. The partnership aims to inspire the next generation\, reach new audiences and improve quality of life\, health and wellbeing across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.1 \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com \n  \n1Royal Concert Hall website
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-bbc-concert-orchestra-the-universities-for-nottingham-perform-tonight-a-stolen-moment-by-jenni-brandon/
LOCATION:Royal Concert Hall Nottingham\, Theatre Square\, Nottingham\, NG1 5ND\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241024T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20241111T163419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T163419Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Jenni Brandon and Jeremy W. Reynolds at The University of Denver Lamont School of Music
DESCRIPTION:           \nJeremy W. Reynolds performs a concert medley of compositions by Jenni Brandon at the University of Denver Lamont School of Music at 7:30pm – 9:00pm on October 24\, 2024\, in the Newman Center for the Performing Arts\, Hamilton Hall. Pianist Margaret McDonald accompanies him. \nThe concert was lived streamed on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/live/v1V_HAyQH3M. The program was: \nThis program will begin with a lecture from Jenni Brandon. \nSea Songs: California Coast (2024) \nWorld Premiere (b. 1977) \nCalifornia Spiny Lobster (Panulirus interruptus) \nLeopard Shark (Triakis semifasciata) \nCalifornia Moray Eel (Gymnothorax mordax) \nDaydreams for Solo Clarinet (2023) \nAmerican Premiere \nWalking: Labyrinth \nThe Figure Skater: Spinning \nThe Singer: Bel Canto Jazz \nSleeping: Dreaming of the Day \nINTERMISSION \nFin de la Tierra: Land’s End (2023) \nConcerto for Clarinet and Orchestra \nConsortium Premiere \nJenni Brandon – Composer \nJeremy Reynolds\, Clarinet \nMargaret McDonald\, Piano \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/an-evening-with-jenni-brandon-and-jeremy-w-reynolds-at-the-university-of-denver-lamont-school-of-music/
LOCATION:University of Denver\, Lamont School of Music\, 2344 E Iliff Ave\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20241107T202909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T202909Z
UID:20408-1728226800-1728234000@jennibrandon.com
SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon Premieres East Wing Songs Volume III In Honor of Abigail Adams\, Dolley Madison\, Mary Todd Lincoln\, Eleanor Roosevelt\, and Laura Bush for The National First Ladies' Library & Museum.
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nOn Sunday\, October 62024\, 3:00 – 5:00  PM EDT at Randall Campus Center\, Malone University\, 2600 Cleveland Ave NW\, Canton\, OH 44709 East Wing Songs Volume III\, by Jenni Brandon with text by Oliver Mayer\, was premiered. The compositions were brought to life by the talented soprano Dr. Sarah Howes and pianist Dr. Mary J. Trotter.  This event was made possible by Southwest Baptist University’s Professional Development Grant and the support of the National First Ladies Library & Museum. \nThis lecture-recital format takes you through the powerful stories of First Ladies from different eras\, political parties\, and life experiences—sharing their challenges\, triumphs\, and lasting legacies through superb\, moving music. The program is available\, online\, at https://www.youtube.com/live/UNHEr8g62FU?si=t_A7Zl9fkT8FzkCv. \nProgram \nAbigail Adams \nDolley Madison \nMary Todd Lincoln \nEleanor Roosevelt \nLaura Bush. \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandon-premieres-east-wing-songs-volume-iii-in-honor-of-abigail-adams-dolley-madison-mary-todd-lincoln-eleanor-roosevelt-and-laura-bush-for-the-national-first-ladies-library-museum/
LOCATION:Randall Campus Center\, Malone University\, 2600 Cleveland Ave NW\, Canton\, OH\, 44709\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The National First Ladies' Library & Museum":MAILTO:info@firstladies.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20241107T185055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185055Z
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SUMMARY:“Sun Songs”\, by Jenni Brandon\, Performed by Manitou Winds in Their Summer Sky Concert
DESCRIPTION:Manitou Winds performs “Sun Songs”\, by Jenni Brandon\, in their Summer Sky Concert.  The venue is the Guardian Angels Church\, 371 5th Street\, Manistee\, Michigan. Hear “Sun Songs” and other works as Manitou Winds welcomes special guests Emily Curtin Culler\, soprano; Evy Elsing\, cellist; and Susan Snyder\, pianist; to present Summer Sky.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/sun-songs-by-jenni-brandon-performed-by-manitou-winds-in-their-summer-sky-concert/
LOCATION:Guardian Angels Church\, 371 5th Street\, Manistee\, MI\, 49660\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20241106T194434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T195018Z
UID:20391-1725996600-1726002000@jennibrandon.com
SUMMARY:"Sea Smoke on Gichigami"\, by Jenni Brandon\, Performed by Jefferson Campbell at The Staples Family Concert Hall.
DESCRIPTION:“Sea Smoke on Gichigami”\, by Jenni Brandon\, performed by Dr. Jefferson Campbell on Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024\, 7:30 pm at The Staples Family Concert Hall\, Music Building\,1400 E Campus Drive\, Mt Pleasant\, MI 48858. Dr Campbell is the Dean of the College of Arts and Media\, Central Michigan University\, Mount Pleasant Michigan. \n“Sea Smoke on Gichigami” tells of the Ojibwe people’s legend of the mythical creatures that live below the waters of Lake Superior (Gichigami). Poetry by Anishinaabe author Linda LeGarde Grover. \nPROGRAM \nA Steamboat Lullaby by Bruce Grainger\, arr. Truman Bullard \nJefferson Campbell\, bassoon* Alex Sandor\, piano \nFive Moods for Two Bassoons by Arthur Kelly \n\nPeaceful\nJoyful\n\nJefferson Campbell\, bassoon* Marybeth Minnis\, bassoon* \nSea Smoke on Gichigami Music by Jenni Brandon \nPoem by Linda LaGarde Grover \nJefferson Campbell\, bassoon* \nJennifer Campbell\, soprano Alex Sandor\, piano \nIntermission \n“Get It!” for bassoon and percussion Gene Koshinski \nJefferson Campbell\, bassoon* \nMarco Schirripa\, percussion* \nQuartet in C for Bassoon and Strings\, Op. 73/1 by François Devienne \nJefferson Campbell\, bassoon* \nMatheus Garcia Souza\, violin* \nAlicia Valoti\, viola* \nHaziel Candido De Silva Santos\, cello \n*  Denotes CMU Faculty \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/sea-smoke-on-gichigami-by-jenni-brandon-performed-by-jefferson-campbell-at-the-staples-family-concert-hall/
LOCATION:Central Michigan University\, School of Music\, 1200 S. Franklin St\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48859\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240811T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240811T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240822T204320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T204320Z
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SUMMARY:The Akropolis Reed Quintet Performs Jenni Brandon’s Spider Suite at the Bay View Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Akropolis Reed Quintet performs Jenni Brandon’s Spider Suite at the Bay View Music Festival on August 11\, 2024\, from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm. The concert was at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church\, 1020 E. Mitchell Avenue\, Petoskey\, MI 49770.  The Bay View Music Festival\, Bay View Association\, 1715 Encampment Avenue\, Bay View\, Michigan 49770\, is America’s oldest existing chamber music festival\, and produces a summer concert series and conducts an artist training conservatory. \nAugust 11\, 2024\, is a night of world premieres where Akropolis Reed Quintet performs 4 world premieres. Along with the premieres\, the concert also features new chamber works by Marc Mellits\, Jenni Brandon\, and Matthew Quayle. The program is: \n\nGordian Suite* by Catherine Fields\nSpider Suite by Jenni Brandon\nCaterpillars and Summer Birds* by Dianna Link\nTBA by Marc Melits\nLiquid* by Sebastian Quesada\nTBA by Matthew Quayle\nTraverse Octet* by Patrick O’Malley\n\n*2024 World Premieres \nJenni Brandon is an award-winning composer and conductor who enjoys engaging with performers and audiences and collaborating on new works.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-akropolis-reed-quintet-performs-jenni-brandons-spider-suite-at-the-bay-view-music-festival/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Episcopal Church\, 1020 E. Mitchell Avenue\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay View Music Festival%2C Bay View Association%2C":MAILTO:chris@bayviewassociation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20240630T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20240630T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240705T150905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T150905Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia Figueiredo Performs Starry Night by Jenni Brandon In Concert with The Philharmonic Band of Anca\, Cantanhede\, Portugal
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Figueiredo performs Starry Night by Jenni Brandon in concert with The Philharmonic Band of Anca\, Cantanhede\, Portugal. This is the clarinet masterclass closing concert on June 30\, 2024 at 5:30 PM\, at the Matrix Church of Ançã. Virginia Figueiredo directs the concert \nThe concert program is: \n\n\n\n\n\nRimsky-Korsakov’s Concerto in Major for Clarinet and Band:\n\nThis concerto\, composed in 1878\, is a delightful work for clarinet and wind band. It consists of three movements:\n\nAllegro moderato: A lively and expressive opening movement.\nAndante: A lyrical middle movement.\nAllegro moderato: The final movement\, which brings the concerto to an exciting conclusion.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJenni Brandon’s “Starry Night”:\n\nThis captivating solo clarinet piece\, titled “Starry Night\,” was composed by Jenni Brandon. It’s part of a nighttime virtual recital series and beautifully captures the essence of a starlit night sky.  American clarinetist Christopher Mothersole performed the first movement of this piece\, and you can listen to it here.\n\n\n“Rhapsody in Blue” by George Gershwin:\n\nThis iconic composition blends classical music with jazz elements. It features a captivating clarinet solo and is a true masterpiece. The piece was premiered in 1924 with Gershwin himself on the piano and Ross Gorman on the clarinet. Its jazzy rhythms and lush harmonies make it a crowd favorite.\n\n\n“Adagio for Strings” by Samuel Barber:\n\nAlthough originally composed for string orchestra\, the clarinet version is equally moving. The hauntingly beautiful melody evokes deep emotions and has been used in various films and TV shows. It’s a timeless piece that resonates with listeners.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/virginia-figueiredo-performs-starry-night-by-jenni-brandon-in-concert-with-the-philharmonic-band-of-anca-cantanhede-portugal/
LOCATION:Matrix Church of Ançã\, Praça Marquês de Marialva\, Cantanhede\, Coimbra District\, 3060-133\,\, Portugal
ORGANIZER;CN="Parish of Anca":MAILTO:secretaria.jfanca@gmail.com, presidencia.jfanca@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Taipei:20240606T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Taipei:20240606T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240401T195202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T195202Z
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SUMMARY:Hui-Mei CHEN Performs Jenni Bandon’s The Dreams of Birds for Alto Flute and Piano in Taiwan and the PRC
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Bandon’s The Dreams of Birds for alto flute and piano is performed in Taiwan and the People’s Republic of China. Both performances are by Hui-Mei CHEN accompanied by pianist Chih-Hsuan TSAI. The two concert locations are: \nMarch 3\, 2024 at 14:30 — Taichung National Opera House Small Theater\, No. 101\, Section 2\, Huilai Road\, Xitun District\, Taichung City\, Taiwan \nJune 6\, 2024 at 19:30 — Recital Halls of the Two Departments of the People’s Republic of China \nThe program for both locations is: \nAntonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) : Concerto Il Gardellino in D Major for Flute and Piano (1728) \nEdmund Jolliffe (b. 1976) ：The Red Birds for Flute and Piano (2019) \nJenni Brandon (b.1977) : The Dreams of Birds for Alto Flute and Piano (2011) \nJean Rivier (1896-1987) : Oiseaux tendres for Flute Solo (1948) \nMichaël Levinas (b.1949) : Froissement D’aile for flute solo  (1975) \nJim Coyle (b. 1968)：Paradise of Birds  for Flute and Piano (2017) \nOlivier Messiaen (1908-1992) : Le Merle noir for Flute and Piano (1951) \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/hui-mei-chen-performs-jenni-bandons-the-dreams-of-birds-for-alto-flute-and-piano-in-taiwan-and-the-prc/
LOCATION:Recital Halls of the Two Departments\, China
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240504T161849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T162407Z
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SUMMARY:River City Winds Performs Jenni Brandon’s Spider Suite at The Adelante Winds Chamber Music Month San Antonio at The Madison Square Presbyterian Church
DESCRIPTION:Spider Suite\, by Jenni Brandon\, is performed at the Madison Square Presbyterian Church during Chamber Music Month in San Antonio Texas. River City Winds\, a trio from the San Antonio area\, performs Spider Suite. The performance is on Saturday\, May 18\, 2024\, from 7 – 8:30pm CDT. The address is 319 Camden St\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78215\, (210) 226-6254\, church@msqpc.org\, http://www.msqpc.org/ . \nAlong with River City Winds\, other groups to perform are Adelante Winds (organizer)\, Prickly Pear Clarinets\, and the Clariphonic Clarinet Ensemble (student group). In this concert\, the Adelante Winds performs Rise\, by composer Shawn E. Okpebholo\, This is the Southern U.S. premier of this composition. Tickets are available from Event Brite a $10 donation is suggested. The concert will be livestreamed (URL TBP). \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com \nProgram Note: \nWe are first introduced to the world of spiders through the fast and many-legged theme in “Along came a spider…\,” full of skittering\, racing\, and lurking. In movement two a young spider takes flight – baby spiders will spin a balloon out of silk and fly away from their mother’s web to embark on their own journey\, letting the wind take them wherever it might. Our spider lands gently and immediately begins to make his web in “Spinning Song.” Once the web is spun\, it is time to wait for dinner to come along. Our spider dances “A Wicked Waltz\,” laughing manically as he waits for the “Happy Bug (unsuspecting)” to get stuck in his web. As the bug flies and sings\, he gets increasingly stuck in the web – listen as the timbral trills in the oboe become more and more frequent. In the final movement the spider reflects on his day (flying\, spinning\, and hunting…)\, tearing down his web\, as spiders often do\, to begin again the next day. \nSpider Suite for oboe\, clarinet\, and bassoon was commissioned by the California Association of Professional Music Teachers and was premiered by the Vientos Trio at the CAPMT state conference in February 2010 at the Pacific Palms Resort. \nThe version for flute\, clarinet\, and bassoon is recorded by Ceora Winds on their debut CD Postcards. \nMovement I: Along came a spider… \nMovement II: The Spider’s Flight (solo bassoon) \nMovement III: Spinning Song \nMovement IV: A Wicked Waltz: The Spider and the Happy Bug (unsuspecting) \nMovement V. The end of the day…begin again
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/river-city-winds-performs-jenni-brandons-spider-suite-at-the-adelante-winds-chamber-music-month-san-antonio-at-the-madison-square-presbyterian-church/
LOCATION:Madison Square Presbyterian Church\, 319 Camden St\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78215\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Adelante Winds":MAILTO:info@adelantewinds.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
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SUMMARY:Five Frogs for Woodwind Quintet by Jenni Brandon Is Performed by The Quintet of the Americas at Queens Botanical Garden\, Flushing\, Queens New York and at Gallery 9B9\, 9 Avenue B in Manhattan\, NYC.
DESCRIPTION:The Quintet of the Americas perform Five Frogs for Woodwind Quintet by Jenni Brandon. The concert is on Sunday\, May 12\, 2024\, at 3:00 PM at Queens Botanical Garden\, 43-50 Main Street in Flushing\, Queens\, New York\, (718) 886-3800. On Tuesday\, May 14\, 2024 AT 7:30 PM\, the Quintet of the Americas Presents Celebrating Women Composers Concert at Gallery 9B9\, 9 Avenue B in Manhattan\, NYC. \nQuintet of the Americas has specialized in bringing music from the Western hemisphere to audiences in the United States since its arrival\, from Bogota Colombia\, in New York in 1979. The group has enjoyed an international career that has taken them to concert halls throughout the Americas and Eastern Europe\, including Carnegie Hall\, Lincoln Center\, Symphony Space\, and the Library of Congress. Visit their website at http://www.quintet.org  and become their friend at http://www.facebook.com/groups/325982319921/. Quintet photos are available at http://quintet.org/press.html. \nThis performance is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts\, New York City Department of Cultural Affairs\, and the Doctorow Family Foundation. \nThe program is: \nPeri Mauer’s               Caprice \nJulia Wolfe’s                On Seven-Star-Shoes \nGabriela Ortiz’            Puzzle-Tocas \nJenni Brandon’s        Five Frogs for Woodwind Quintet \nShanyse Strickland’s   Ala Arusha – Mother Earth \nPerformers are Kim Bonacorsa\, flute; guest artist Rita Mitsel\, oboe; David Valbuena\, clarinet; Barbara Oldham\, horn; and Alexander Davis\, bassoon. \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com \nComposer notes: \nFive Frogs for Woodwind Quintet allows each of the instruments to tell the story of a frog\, from leaping to lazing on a lily pad. Five Frogs is inspired by One Hundred Frogs by Hiroaki Sato\, a little book that takes a look at one hundred different haikus\, sonnets\, prose poems\, and even limericks based on Bashô’s haiku\, “Old Pond/Frog jumps in/The sound of water”. Each of the instruments in the ensemble is so different and so exceptional in their sound and abilities that I realized each one could be one of the frogs from the book. The clarinet is perfect for “Leaping” because of its agility and grace\, the way a frog can be still one minute and gone the next. “Catching Bugs” gave me the opportunity to use the piccolo and allow the ensemble to run ‘amuck’ after their bug dinner. Finally\, in “Epilogue” all the frogs sing together\, each one bringing their own musical motive into this final movement. \nThis work is recorded on two CDs: \nSongs of California: Music for Winds and Piano \nAmerican Breeze – Musical Arts Quintet of Ball State University
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/five-frogs-for-woodwind-quintet-by-jenni-brandon-is-performed-by-the-quintet-of-the-americas-at-queens-botanical-garden-flushing-queens-new-york/
LOCATION:Queens Botanical Garden\, 43-50 Main Street\, Flushing\, Queens\, 11355\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240429T220634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T220634Z
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SUMMARY:The Lehigh University Clarinet Choir Performs\, in Concert\, At Night for Clarinet Choir by Jenni Brandon
DESCRIPTION:The Lehigh University Clarinet Choir performs\, in concert\, At Night for Clarinet Choir by Jenni Brandon on Sunday May 5\, 2024\, at 3:00 PM. Deborah Andrus directs the Clarinet Choir and Darin Lewis is the guest conductor. The concert is in Zoellner Arts Center\, Baker Hall\, 420 E. Packer Avenue\, Bethlehem PA 18015. The concert is FREE and open to the public. \nThe program is: \nAt Night for Clarinet Choir  by  Jenni Brandon (b. 1977) \narr. Sheila Cullen \nRikudim  by Jan van der Roost (b. 1956) \n\nMaarten Jense\nAndante Moderato\nII. Allegretto con Eleganza\, Allegro con moto\nIII. Andante con dolcezza\nIV. Con moto e follemento\n\nLehigh University Clarinet Choir \nDeborah Andrus\, director \nDarin Lewis\, guest conductor \nE-flat clarinets: Allyson Deihl ’24\, Vivian Zhong* \nB-flat clarinets: Adonis Cusu ’27\, Grace Ditmar ’26\, Matt Dolin ’24\, Jyana Francois ’27\, Owen Funk ’26\, Jess Jones ’24\, Sophia Pham ’27\, Mary Pulanco*\, Deborah Andrus \nE-flat alto clarinet: Meara Hayden*\nB-flat bass clarinets: Luke Broderson ’24\, Rose Rush ’24G\nE-flat contra alto clarinet: Devon Kolumber* ’22 \n*denotes community player \nArranged for Clarinet Choir by Sheila Cullen \nDuration approximately 5 minutes \nProgram Notes for At Night \nAt Night for Clarinet Choir (4 Clarinets in B-flat and 2 Bass Clarinets) was originally written for SATB choir a cappella. The poem At Night by Amy Lowell used for inspiration in both speaks of the wind singing through the trees and the excitement of the wild wind.  The clarinets imitate this idea of the wind at the beginning and end of the piece through freely played sections. Much of the piece contains this feeling of joyful freedom\, from a dance-like section to the feeling “wild\, tumultuous joy” that grows and builds with excitement.   Towards the end of the piece when the clarinets come together to explore the feeling of the text “And my mind\, O Star! is filled with your white light\,” we feel the true wonder of a hot July night and the freedom to enjoy the onward sweeping wind. \nThe Clarinet Choir version was arranged by Sheila Cullen and premiered by members of the United States Naval Academy Band in 2021.  The choral version was selected as the recipient of the 2008 Sorel Medallion and was premiered in Zankel Hall in Carnegie Hall by Voices of Ascension under the direction of Dennis Keene on October 29th. \nAbout the Arranger \nSheila Cullen\, a native of Marietta\, GA\, received a Bachelor of Music degree in Clarinet Performance from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music in 2002 and a Master of Music degree in Music Theory in 2004. Her mentors include James Campbell\, Howard Klug\, Robert DiLutis\, D. Ray McClellan\, and Kirsten Ahnell. \nA clarinetist in the United States Naval Academy Band since 2006\, she performs with the Wind Ensemble\, Chamber Winds\, Clarinet Quartet\, and Wind Trio. A strong advocate for music education in the community\, she has coordinated clinics\, masterclasses\, and coaching sessions in wind band music\, chamber music\, and clarinet\, as well as worked closely with the Maryland Apex Arts Magnet Program. She is a founding member of the Chesapeake Reed Trio\, and has performed with the Londontowne Symphony\, Owensboro Symphony\, Gainesville Symphony\, The United States Air Force Band\, The United States Navy Fleet Forces Band\, and is an active recording artist and adjudicator in the D.C. area. Her teaching experience includes: Adjunct Instructor\, Clemson University; Faculty\, Hartwick College Summer Music Festival and Institute; Instructor\, Atlanta Music Academy; as well as private instruction in Georgia’s 12th School District of Cobb County including Lassiter High School\, Kennesaw Mountain High School\, and Pope High School. \nSheila resides in Annapolis\, Maryland with her husband Clint Woltering (a trombonist also in the Naval Academy Band) and their insufferable yet adorable Basset Hound Leroy. \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-lehigh-university-clarinet-choir-performs-in-concert-at-night-for-clarinet-choir-by-jenni-brandon/
LOCATION:Leigh University Zoellner Arts Center\, 420 E. Packer Avenue\, Bethlehem\, PA\, 18015\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Leigh University Dept of Music":MAILTO:inzactix@lehigh.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240504T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240505T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20231001T203519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T151435Z
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SUMMARY:Jeremy Reynolds and The Chamber Orchestra of Colorado Springs Perform Jenni Brandon’s Fin de la Tierra: Land’s End – Concerto for Clarinet with Chamber Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s Fin de la Tierra: Land’s End – Concerto for Clarinet with Chamber Orchestra is performed by the Chamber Orchestra of The Springs and Clarinetist Jeremy Reynolds\, in two concerts. The first performance is on May 4\, 2024\, Saturday evening and held at Broadmoor Community Church. The second is on May 5\, 2024\, and held at the First United Methodist Church.. \nThe program is: \n \nTo close the Chamber Orchestra’s 40th season From Pikes Peak To The World\, they celebrate the impact of Colorado Springs on the wider world of classical music. The audience will hear the inventiveness of Colorado Springs native Cecil Effinger; see the brilliance of the new Principal Harp of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic\, Lethicia Caravello; and DU Professor of Clarinet Jeremy Reynolds premiers a new clarinet concerto by Jenni Brandon. Concluding with Beethoven’s timeless Symphony No. 1\, this concert reflects on all the Colorado Springs Chamber Orchestra community gives to lovers of classical music. \nA pre-concert lecture features American composer Jenni Brandon to begin 45 minutes before the performances. \nDoors open 1 hour prior to the performance. \nSubscribers’ tickets are valid for Saturday OR Sunday \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jeremy-reynolds-and-the-chamber-orchestra-of-colorado-springs-perform-jenni-brandons-fin-de-la-tierra-lands-end-concerto-for-clarinet-with-chamber-orchestra/
LOCATION:Broadmoor Community Church\, 315 Lake Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chamber Orchestra of Colorado Springs":MAILTO:community@chamberorchestraofthesprings.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20230831T221553Z
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SUMMARY:Fin de la Tierra Concerto performed by the Ocala Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Fin de la Tierra: Land’s End Concerto for Clarinet in B-flat and Chamber Orchestra is performed by the Ocala Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Matthew Wardell (Music Director & Conductor).  Jackie Glazier joins the orchestra as the soloist for this new concerto at the Reilly Arts Center in Ocala\, Florida on the season finale titled “To the End of the Earth”. \nTo the End of the Earth | Reilly Arts Center\nApril 27\, 224 7:30 pm EDT\nApril 28\, 2024 – 3pm EDT \nFrom the Ocala Symphony Orchestra:\nMaestro Wardell leads your Ocala Symphony Orchestra in a season finale of awe-inspiring works. Experience the pulsing rhythms of John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine and the world premiere of Jenni Brandon’s Fin de la Tierra featuring guest soloist Jackie Glazier. The season concludes with three scenes from Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony – a piece he noted was “absorbing all my time\, sometimes to utter exhaustion\, but an inner voice tells me that my labor is not in vain” – you will be left breathless! \n  \n\nProgram Note\nAt the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula\, in the state of Baja California Sur in Mexico is the famous “El Arco” (the Arch). The granite rock formations not only mark the most southwestern point of Baja\, California\, but also serve as a separation between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California) known as “Fin de la Tierra” or Land’s End. A study in contrast\, this area from El Arco and continuing around the eastern side of Baja into Cabo Pulmo National Park encompasses what Jacques Cousteau once called “the world’s aquarium”. \nIn this 18-minute concerto for Clarinet in B-flat and Chamber Orchestra\, the diverse ecosystem of this area is explored. The clarinet soloist serves as a guide\, taking us on a journey through this UNESCO World Heritage site to observe the beauty and diversity of the landscape\, the water\, the animals that live in and around it\, and their symbiotic relationship that requires a delicate balance of conservation and exploration. The orchestra and the clarinet soloist provide that symbiotic relationship as the ensemble becomes the water\, the rock sentries at Land’s End\, and the many colors of the sea\, underwater life\, and wind and waves that make up the beauty of this seascape. \n\n\n\n  \n\n \nSeahorse \n\n\n  \n\n \nGoatfish \n\n\n  \n\n \nTrumpetfish \n\n\n  \n\n \nLong-Spine Porcupinefish \n\n\n\n\n\nThe clarinet gives us a view from above and below the water\, sometimes with a bird’s eye view of the rock formations\, then dipping below the surface of the Sea to follow the many colorful fish that make this area their home. Some that appear in this work include Sea Horses\, a school of Goat Fish\, Trumpetfish\, and Long-Spined Porcupinefish.  A special part of this concerto is a solo by the clarinet as it tells the story of the Munk’s Devil Ray\, or Mobula Ray. Tens of thousands of these rays gather here in April-June\, breaching the water like popcorn and making a spectacular show unique to this area. This solo will be expanded beyond the concerto version to become a stand-alone solo for Clarinet. \n\n \nMobula Rays \n\nBeyond the exploration of this beautiful area through the colors of the clarinet and orchestra\, this work hopes to bring attention to the importance of conservation of such places in the world that we all may continue to enjoy and protect these areas for generations to come. \nCommissioned by Dr. Jeremy Reynolds for premiere during the 2023 ClarinetFest in Denver\, Colorado. \nThis is a single-movement work with sections: \n\nWhere the Pacific Ocean Meets the Sea of Cortez\nRock Sentries\nThe World’s Aquarium
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/fin-de-la-tierra-concerto-performed-by-the-ocala-symphony-orchestra/
LOCATION:Reilly Arts Center\, 500 NE 9th Street\, Ocala\, FL\, 34470\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T213000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20230831T221130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T211137Z
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SUMMARY:Fin de la Tierra Clarinet Concerto performed by the Ocala Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Fin de la Tierra: Land’s End Concerto for Clarinet in B-flat and Chamber Orchestra is performed by the Ocala Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Matthew Wardell (Music Director & Conductor).  Jackie Glazier joins the orchestra as the soloist for this new concerto at the Reilly Arts Center in Ocala\, Florida on the season finale titled “To the End of the Earth”. \nTo the End of the Earth | Reilly Arts Center\nApril 27\, 224 7:30 pm EDT\nApril 28\, 2024 – 3pm EDT \nFrom the Ocala Symphony Orchestra:\nMaestro Wardell leads your Ocala Symphony Orchestra in a season finale of awe-inspiring works. Experience the pulsing rhythms of John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine and the world premiere of Jenni Brandon’s Fin de la Tierra featuring guest soloist Jackie Glazier. The season concludes with three scenes from Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony – a piece he noted was “absorbing all my time\, sometimes to utter exhaustion\, but an inner voice tells me that my labor is not in vain” – you will be left breathless! \n\nProgram Note\nAt the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula\, in the state of Baja California Sur in Mexico is the famous “El Arco” (the Arch). The granite rock formations not only mark the most southwestern point of Baja\, California\, but also serve as a separation between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California) known as “Fin de la Tierra” or Land’s End. A study in contrast\, this area from El Arco and continuing around the eastern side of Baja into Cabo Pulmo National Park encompasses what Jacques Cousteau once called “the world’s aquarium”. \nIn this 18-minute concerto for Clarinet in B-flat and Chamber Orchestra\, the diverse ecosystem of this area is explored. The clarinet soloist serves as a guide\, taking us on a journey through this UNESCO World Heritage site to observe the beauty and diversity of the landscape\, the water\, the animals that live in and around it\, and their symbiotic relationship that requires a delicate balance of conservation and exploration. The orchestra and the clarinet soloist provide that symbiotic relationship as the ensemble becomes the water\, the rock sentries at Land’s End\, and the many colors of the sea\, underwater life\, and wind and waves that make up the beauty of this seascape. \n\n\n\n  \n\n \nSeahorse \n\n\n  \n\n \nGoatfish \n\n\n  \n\n \nTrumpetfish \n\n\n  \n\n \nLong-Spine Porcupinefish \n\n\n\n\n\nThe clarinet gives us a view from above and below the water\, sometimes with a bird’s eye view of the rock formations\, then dipping below the surface of the Sea to follow the many colorful fish that make this area their home. Some that appear in this work include Sea Horses\, a school of Goat Fish\, Trumpetfish\, and Long-Spined Porcupinefish.  A special part of this concerto is a solo by the clarinet as it tells the story of the Munk’s Devil Ray\, or Mobula Ray. Tens of thousands of these rays gather here in April-June\, breaching the water like popcorn and making a spectacular show unique to this area. This solo will be expanded beyond the concerto version to become a stand-alone solo for Clarinet. \n\n \nMobula Rays \n\nBeyond the exploration of this beautiful area through the colors of the clarinet and orchestra\, this work hopes to bring attention to the importance of conservation of such places in the world that we all may continue to enjoy and protect these areas for generations to come. \nCommissioned by Dr. Jeremy Reynolds for premiere during the 2023 ClarinetFest in Denver\, Colorado. \nThis is a single-movement work with sections: \n\nWhere the Pacific Ocean Meets the Sea of Cortez\nRock Sentries\nThe World’s Aquarium
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/fin-de-la-tierra-clarinet-concerto-performed-by-the-ocala-symphony-orchestra/
LOCATION:Reilly Arts Center\, 500 NE 9th Street\, Ocala\, FL\, 34470\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240423T181801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T181801Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s Colored Stones Performed by Andrew Coram at The Appalachian State University
DESCRIPTION:Andrew Coram performed Colored Stones by Jenni Brandon on Sunday\, April 21\, 2024 from 8:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at the Appalachian State University\, Hayes School of Music\, Broyhill Music Center\, Rosen Concert Hall\, 813 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC 28608\, Phone: 828-262-3020. \nThe program was: \nBassoon Concerto in B-flat Major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart \n\nAllegro (1756-1791)\nAndante ma Adagio\nRondo: tempo di menuetto\n\nColored Stones by Jenni Brandon \n\nSmoky Quartz (b. 1977)\nLapis Lazuli\nTigers Eye\n\nBlue Set No. 2 for Bassoon Quartet by Peter Schickele \n\nBassooner or Later (1935-2024)\n\n  \nOwen Marcellino\, bassoon \nEmily Davis\, bassoon \nAbigail Turner\, bassoon \nProgram Notes: \nColored Stones for solo bassoon tells the story of three stones: smoky quartz\, lapis lazuli\, and tiger’s eye. Some cultures and spiritual practices believe these stones have powerful qualities such as the ability to heal\, protect\, and offer spiritual guidance. The bassoon explores these beautiful stones’ unique qualities. \nIt is an honor to be chosen as the winner of the 2014 Bassoon Chamber Music Composition Competition and to have this work premiered by Susan Nelson. \nColored Stones – solo bassoon (sheet music). \nSmoky Quartz – An incredibly grounding stone\, this smoky brown stone transforms and diffuses negative energy. The bassoon changes from a sense of grounding to playfulness\, exploring this balance of energy. In the end\, it always finds its way back to telling the story of the grounding quality of the stone. \nLapis Lazuli – Prized for its colors\, this deep blue stone was used by kings and queens in paintings and ceremonial robes. Believed to help foster truthful expression and communication\, it supports the immune system and brings peace. The bassoon explores the luxurious blue color\, mixing in flashes of gold found in the stone. \nTiger’s Eye – Tiger’s eye\, a golden brown to deep red stone\, is very grounding and can bring luck and ward off evil. The bassoon is sometimes “protective and seeing\,” moving quickly to remove the look of the “evil eye” and other times moving dreamily through an ancient landscape of protective energy. \n  \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-colored-stones-performed-by-andrew-coram-at-the-appalachian-state-university/
LOCATION:Appalachian State University\, Hayes School of Music\, 813 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28608\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Appalachian State University%2C Hayes School of Music":MAILTO:music@appstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240425T012724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T012724Z
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SUMMARY:Chanson de la Nature by Jenni Brandon Performed by Timothy Bonenfant at The San Angelo Chamber Music Series
DESCRIPTION:  \nChanson de la Nature by Jenni Brandon Performed by Timothy Bonenfant at The San Angelo Chamber Music Series at the San Angelo Museum of Fine Art\, 1 Love Street\, San Angelo\, TX 76903 (325) 653-3333.The performance titled Angelo State University (ASU) Faculty and Friends was on April 14\, 2024\, at 2:00 P.M. \nThe San Angelo Chamber Music Series features concerts by outstanding musicians from across Texas and the United States. They regularly draw patrons from every segment of the community with both traditional chamber musicians and more broadly based contemporary or ethnic music groups. \nProgram for April 14\, 2024 \n \nProgram notes for Chansons de la Nature pour la Clarinette. \nChansons de la Nature pour la Clarinette tells a story about nature as told by the clarinet’s agile voice. The French titles and basis of the pieces were inspired by the lyrical and pastoral quality of the French language and the images it invokes. The piece is also inspired by the images presented in Aesop’s fables (and Jean de la Fontain’s retelling of them); in particular\, the movement “Le Lièvre et la Tortue” tells of the slow tortoise beating the fast hare with his patience and determination. Both creatures are represented in this movement\, from the plodding of the tortoise to the quick movements of the hare. \nThe other movements also represent a variety of characters and situations from these famous fables. “Le Poisson” darts\, “Le Papillon” flutters and floats\, “L’étoile” shimmers in the night sky\, nature ‘dances’\, and “Le Serpent” is slippery and quick.  Each movement is short\, but just long enough to evoke a story and create a ‘song of nature’ for the clarinet. \n\nLes Oiseaux\nII. Le Poisson\nIII. Le Papillon\nIV. Le Lièvre et La Tortue\nV. L’Etoile\nVI. Dansez!\nVII. Le Serpent\n\nThis work appears on Jenni’s CD SONGS OF CALIFORNIA: MUSIC FOR WINDS AND PIANO \nThis work was required repertoire for the 2020-2021 International Clarinetist Corona Competition – Classical Category \nPerformance by Carrie RavenStem of Chansons de la Nature pour la Clarinette during the 2020 Woodwind Fest \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com \nProgram notes Chansons de la Nature pour la Clarinette. \nChansons de la Nature pour la Clarinette tells a story about nature as told by the clarinet’s agile voice. The French titles and basis of the pieces were inspired by the lyrical and pastoral quality of the French language and the images it invokes. The piece is also inspired by the images presented in Aesop’s fables (and Jean de la Fontain’s retelling of them); in particular\, the movement “Le Lièvre et la Tortue” tells of the slow tortoise beating the fast hare with his patience and determination. Both creatures are represented in this movement\, from the plodding of the tortoise to the quick movements of the hare. \nThe other movements also represent a variety of characters and situations from these famous fables. “Le Poisson” darts\, “Le Papillon” flutters and floats\, “L’étoile” shimmers in the night sky\, nature ‘dances’\, and “Le Serpent” is slippery and quick.  Each movement is short\, but just long enough to evoke a story and create a ‘song of nature’ for the clarinet. \n\nLes Oiseaux\nII. Le Poisson\nIII. Le Papillon\nIV. Le Lièvre et La Tortue\nV. L’Etoile\nVI. Dansez!\nVII. Le Serpent\n\nThis work appears on Jenni’s CD SONGS OF CALIFORNIA: MUSIC FOR WINDS AND PIANO \nThis work was required repertoire for the 2020-2021 International Clarinetist Corona Competition – Classical Category \nPerformance by Carrie RavenStem of Chansons de la Nature pour la Clarinette during the 2020 Woodwind Fest \n  \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com \n 
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/chanson-de-la-nature-by-jenni-brandon-performed-by-timothy-bonenfant-at-the-san-angelo-chamber-music-series/
LOCATION:San Angelo Museum of Fine Art\,\, 1 Love Street\, San Angelo\, TX\, 76903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T031821
CREATED:20240418T184443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T184443Z
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SUMMARY:Wooden Stone\, by Jenni Brandon\, Performed in Concert by Across the Grain Duo
DESCRIPTION:Wooden Stone\, by Jenni Brandon\, performed in concert by Across the Grain Duo at 1:00 P.M. on Sunday April 14\, 2024.  Susan Nelson\, bassoon and Colin McCall\, percussion perform in Harper Hall\, Lawerence University\, 420 E. College Avenue\, Appleton\, WI\, United States\, Wisconsin\, (920) 832-6614. This was a live stream performance at https://livestream.com/lawrenceuniversity. This event was sponsored by Lawrence University – Conservatory of Music and Lawrence University Lawrence Memorial Chapel \nThe program was: \nGet It! (2011) [4’] Gene Koshinski  (b. 1980) \nSusan Nelson\, bassoon \nColin McCall\, percussion \n Not Yet (2019) [11’] David Bixler   (b. 1964) \nSusan Nelson\, bassoon \nColin McCall\, marimba \n Texas Hoedown (2005) [7’] David Friedman  (b. 1944) \nColin McCall\, vibraphone \n Nocturne for bassoon and marimba (2021) [6’] Connor Chee  (b. 1987) \nSusan Nelson\, bassoon \nColin McCall\, marimba \n\nINTERMISSION •\n\n Triple Moon (2020) [8’] Nathan Daughtrey  (b. 1975) \nSusan Nelson\, bassoon \nColin McCall\, marimba \n Dual Identity for solo bassoon (2005) [4’] Gernot Wolfgang  (b. 1957) \nSusan Nelson\, bassoon \n Wooden Stone (2020) [15’] Jenni Brandon  (b. 1977) \nSusan Nelson\, bassoon \nColin McCall\, percussion \n All of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com \nProgram notes for Wooden Stone: \nWooden Stone for Bassoon and Percussion is inspired by the poem “Wooden Stone” by Karla Linn Merrifield. This work explores petrified wood\, or the fossilized wood where the living parts of the tree are replaced by a mineralization process that turns the wood into stone. It maintains the original shape of the organic material\, now hardened\, and its transformation takes place underground once the wood has become submerged in volcanic ash or water. Using the colors of both wooden instruments and metals\, this work follows the story of a tree turned to petrified wood\, and its ancient journey of transformation.  Within the work you’ll hear the colors of wooden windchimes\, representing the trees\, the tom-toms and surdo representing the father as a rock of the old gneiss tribe (gneiss is a type of rock that has a banded texture on it). There is much freedom throughout the work to create the colors of transformation. From multiphonic sounds in the bassoon representing the line “You were born of substances primordial\, creature of green and brown and gray\,” to the lullaby of the “blessed midwife who now witnesses another rebirth”\, this work is the story of the passage of time preserved in the beauty of transformation. \nThe poet Karla Linn Merrifield references the Columbia River Shores\, and in Washington where the river runs is the Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park/Wanapum Recreation Area. The discovery of petrified wood in this region includes petrified trees such as ginkgo\, Dougla-fir\, spruce\, elm and others that had been covered in volcanic ash and became petrified wood.\, \nCommissioned by Across the Grain Duo (Susan Nelson\, bassoon and Jeff Barudin\, percussion) it was premiered in Spring of 2023 with Colin McCall on percussion and will appear on their upcoming album in 2024.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/wooden-stone-by-jenni-brandon-performed-in-concert-by-across-the-grain-duo/
LOCATION:lawrence university\, Appleton\, Wisconsin
ORGANIZER;CN="Lawrence University - Conservatory of Music":MAILTO:conservatory@lawrence.edu
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SUMMARY:The Dreams of Birds by Jenni Brandon\, Performed by Alicia Kosack At The Low Flutes Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Dreams of Birds\, by Jenni Brandon performed by Alicia Kosack at the Low Flutes Festival on Saturday\, April 13\, 2024 at the Hilton Washington Dulles\, 13869 Park Center Rd\, Herndon\, VA 20171\, telephone (703) 478-2900. You Tube link: International Low Flutes Festival – YouTube. The program is: \nAlto Solos with Sam Williams & Alicia Kosack \nSaturday\, April 13th \n11-11:45am \nSonata for Viola & Piano – arranged for alto flute      Rebecca Clarke (1886-1979) arr. Sam Williams \n\nImpetuoso\nVivace\nAdagio\n\nSam Williams\, alto flute \nBora Lee\, piano \nThe St. Francis Window\, Op. 67 – for alto flute & piano        Ruth Gipps (1921-1999) \nGershwin-its – for solo alto flute         Adrienne Albert (b. 1941) \nThe Dreams of Birds – for alto flute & piano  Jenni Brandon (b. 1977) \nAlicia Kosack\, alto flute \nBora Lee\, piano \nSee the Festival Schedule \nThe Dreams of Birds explores the world of what birds might dream. Would they dream of running\, of flying to the sun? Would they dream of being human? I wanted to explore the possibility of bird dreams while continuing to be evocative of a bird with bird-like songs in the alto flute. The little turns and grace notes as well as the flutter tongue played by the alto flute offer the listener the voice of the bird. The piano\, both supportive and\, at times\, grand\, helps give flight to these dreams of birds. \nAll of Jenni’s compositions are available for purchase on her website Home – Jenni Brandon https://www.jennibrandon.com
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-dreams-of-birds-by-jenni-brandon-performed-by-alicia-kosack-at-the-low-flutes-festival/
LOCATION:Hilton Washington Dulles\,\, 13869 Park Center Rd\, Herndon\, VA 20171\, VA\, 20171\, United States
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