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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Double Helix for Bassoon and Piano” Performed by Christin Schillinger
DESCRIPTION:Christin Schillinger performs Jenni Brandon’s “Double Helix for Bassoon and Piano” at Ithaca College\, Ithaca\, NY on February 8\, 2020\, 7:00 PM at the Hockett Family Recital Hall. Dr. Schillinger accompanist is Dr. Diane Birr\, piano. Dr. Schillinger is an Assistant Professor of Performance Studies (Bassoon) at Ithaca College. Previously\, she has held positions with Miami University\, the University of Nevada\, and various orchestras throughout the west. Schillinger received her degrees from Northwestern\, Michigan State\, and Arizona State Universities.\nDr. Schillinger\, bassoonist was hailed as a “soloist\, teacher\, and force of nature” by The Double Reed (Journal of the International Double Reed Society)\, she specializes in the accessibility of the avant-garde\, aiming to broaden the audience for both new music and bassoon. American Record Guide refers to her playing as “full of life and inspiration”. “She plays [bassoon] with total mastery”. (Fanfare). Schillinger works closely with living composers.\nShe is a founding member of LIMITLESS Collective: an all-female chamber ensemble re-imagining the performance paradigm as they highlight the works of women\, people of color\, the LGBTQ community\, and emerging composers. LIMITLESS Collective appears regularly throughout the United States as performers\, speakers\, and educators\n“Double Helix” for bassoon and piano (bassoon and piano sheet music) was commissioned in 2014 by bassoonist Christin Schillinger to premiere and perform with late Jed Moss on piano. This work is inspired by the sculpture of the same name by Long Beach\, California sculptor Susan Hawkins. This sculpture (pictured on the cover of this score) depicts two separate figures dancing around each other\, weaving their stories together\, but never touching. I loved the idea of using terms that are frequently used to describe dance and began to see the curves and lines and unique topography of these sculptures as fluid and moving. The bassoon and the piano become these two dancers\, gracefully moving across a stage to tell the story of this beautiful sculpture.\nIn “Prelude: Intertwine” the figures dance around each other\, one at first (the piano)\, and then the bassoon joining in\, flowing\, and weaving in and out of each other. As they move into the “Entrechat” you can hear the fast movement of the feet as the dancer leaps from the floor\, crossing and uncrossing the feet in mid-air as represented by the repeated staccato notes throughout this section. After much joyful leaping\, the bassoon and piano take turns with solos in “Divertissement: Gentle Beauty”. Leading into the section “Soar” which begins innocuously enough\, the dancers slowly begin to climb higher and higher\, reaching a climax in this section as the bassoon dazzles with its range and the piano moves deftly from one end of the keyboard to the other. Finally in “Postlude (Epilogue)” the original intertwine theme returns\, allowing the dancers to shift and flow gently around each other\, gently shifting back into the still image of the sculpture as the sound fades away.\nIt was a joy to write this work for these talented musicians\, who premiered the work on the campus of UCLA\, September 21st\, 2015. Since its premier\, Double Helix has had a number of well received performances.\nThe CD “Bassoon Unbounded” features Jenni’s work Double Helix for bassoon and piano. This CD was recorded by Christin Schillinger – bassoon and Jed Moss – piano.\nLabel: MSR Classics
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-double-helix-for-bassoon-and-piano-performed-by-christin-schillinger/
LOCATION:Ithaca College\, Ithiaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Double Helix” for Bassoon & Piano Is Performed by Carolyn Beck
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nDouble Helix for Bassoon & Piano \nJenni Brandon’s “Double Helix” is performed by Carolyn Beck – Bassoon Professor at the University of Redlands. The recital is at a 7:00pm at Watchorn 107\, Fred Loewe Performance Hall University of Redlands School of Music\, on Tuesday February 4\, 2020.\nDescribed as “a fearless player… as well as a musician with a keen sense of phrasing and color” (Gramophone)\, bassoonist Carolyn Beck is the Principal Bassoonist with the Redlands and San Bernardino Symphonies\, and performs with many other orchestras in the Los Angeles area. Her solo CD “Beck and Call” is available on Crystal Records. Recent solo appearances include the premiere of a Concerto for Bassoon and Orchestra by Christopher James in New York City in June 2012\, and appearances at several double reed conferences.\n“Double Helix” for bassoon and piano (bassoon and piano sheet music) was commissioned in 2014 by bassoonist Christin Schillinger to premiere and perform with Jed Moss on piano. This work is inspired by the sculpture of the same name by Long Beach\, California sculptor Susan Hawkins. This sculpture (pictured on the cover of this score) depicts two separate figures dancing around each other\, weaving their stories together\, but never touching. I loved the idea of using terms that are frequently used to describe dance and began to see the curves and lines and unique topography of these sculptures as fluid and moving. The bassoon and the piano become these two dancers\, gracefully moving across a stage to tell the story of this beautiful sculpture.\nIn “Prelude: Intertwine” the figures dance around each other\, one at first (the piano)\, and then the bassoon joining in\, flowing\, and weaving in and out of each other. As they move into the “Entrechat” you can hear the fast movement of the feet as the dancer leaps from the floor\, crossing and uncrossing the feet in mid-air as represented by the repeated staccato notes throughout this section. After much joyful leaping\, the bassoon and piano take turns with solos in “Divertissement: Gentle Beauty.” Leading into the section “Soar” which begins innocuously enough\, the dancers slowly begin to climb higher and higher\, reaching a climax in this section as the bassoon dazzles with its range and the piano moves deftly from one end of the keyboard to the other. Finally\, in “Postlude (Epilogue)” the original intertwine theme returns\, allowing the dancers to shift and flow gently around each other\, gently shifting back into the still image of the sculpture as the sound fades away.\nIt was a joy to write this work for these talented musicians\, who premiered the work at the Ostin Rehearsal Room on the campus of UCLA on September 21st\, 2015.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-double-helix-for-bassoon-piano-is-performed-by-carolyn-beck/
LOCATION:University of Redlands School of Music\, 1200 East Colton Ave P.O. Box 3080\, Redlands\, CA\, 92373\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Three Desert Fables for solo oboe” Performed at Arkansas State University
DESCRIPTION:“Three Desert Fables”  for solo oboe by Jenni Brandon is presented at Arkansas State University by Dr. Kristin Leitterman\, oboe and Emily Trapp Jenkins\, collaborative pianist in a concert\, themed “American Voyages.” The concert is at 7:30 p.m. on Monday\, January 27\, 2020 at the Arkansas State University in Riceland Hall of Fowler Center\, 201 Olympic Dr.\, Jonesboro\, Arkansas (870) 972-2100. \n“Three Desert Fables” for solo oboe tells the story of the unique relationship between the Joshua trees found in the Mojave Desert and the Yucca moth. The Joshua tree relies on the moth for pollination\, and the moth lays her eggs in the flowers of the Joshua tree where the larvae live off the yucca seeds. In fact\, one cannot survive without the other\, and this relationship is much like a fable\, making this a wonderful story to tell as a solo for oboe. \nThe Joshua tree is dance-like and angular\, its branches twisting and gnarled. In contrast the moth is fluid and lyrical\, flying to the highest flowers of the Joshua tree to lay her eggs and to pollinate the white flowers of the tree. In the final section of the piece the Joshua tree and the moth dance together\, relying on each other for their survival in the harshness of the desert. This piece was written in collaboration with oboists Ryan Zwahlen of the Definiens Project and Laura Medisky at the University of Wisconsin. \n“Three Desert Fables for solo oboe” is available on Jenni’s web site at https://jennibrandon.com/product/three-desert-fables-for-solo-oboe-score/
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-three-desert-fables-for-solo-oboe-performed-at-arkansas-state-university/
LOCATION:Arkansas State University\, Riceland Hall of Fowler Center\, 201 Olympic Dr.\, Jonesboro\, AR\, 72467\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Spider Suite” Performed by The Coriolis Trio
DESCRIPTION:The Coriolis Trio performs Jenni Brandon’s “Spider Suite” Saturday\, January 18\, 2020 at 1:00 PM for a meeting of the East Bay Alumnae chapter of the International Sigma Alpha Iota Music Fraternity in Pleasanton\, California. The Trio will also perform “Spider Suite” at a home concert in Danville\, California\, on September 20\, 2020. Neither of these is a public event. \nThe Trio is from the Walnut Creek – Danville – San Ramon\, California area. The Coriolis Trio members are Eva Langfeldt — oboe\, Christy Diggins — clarinet\, and Lisa Canter — bassoon. Ms. Langfeldt states “The Trio members are very active (actually rather overactive) community orchestra and chamber musicians”. In the past they have performed “The Wildflower Trio”. In the future Ms. Langfeldt hopes to perform “Five Frogs”. \nIn “Spider Suite” We 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 at once 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. \n\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\n\n“Spider 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. \n  \n 
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-spider-suite-performed-by-the-coriolis-trio/
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Sequoia Trio” Performed by The Deer Valley Trio.
DESCRIPTION:The Deer Valley Trio performed Jenni Brandon’s “Sequoia Trio” on January 16 & 18\, 2020. The first performance\, on January 16th\, was on campus at Deer Valley High School. The January 18th performance was at the Arizona State Solo and Ensemble Festival. Deer Valley High School is located at 18424 N 51st Ave\, Glendale\, AZ 85308\, (602) 467-6700. \nJenni Brandon’s “Sequoia Trio” was written after she had returned from a trip to Sequoia National Park in July of 2008 and was inspired by the great trees. I knew that these would be the basis for the new work\, and in searching for a voice of these great trees she turned to the words of John Muir for inspiration. \nEach movement of The Sequoia Trio (oboe\, clarinet\, bassoon sheet music) takes a quote about Sequoia trees from John Muir’s book The Yosemite and uses it to inspire the music. The opening waving pattern creates the gentle breeze as the growth of the tree starts in the bassoon\, moving through the clarinet and is carried all the way to the top of the tree through the oboe.   Movement two is sassy and jazzy\, describing the resilient attitude that young trees must maintain to survive. “The Three Graces” plays on the idea of the three instruments in the ensemble and Muir’s own reference to Greek mythology. Finally\, in “The Noble Trees” the instruments play a hymn-like tribute to the largest living things on earth. The two “Tree Interludes” represent the individual voice of a tree and its story. \nTree Interlude One \n\nSequoiadendron giganteum: The Big Tree\n\n“Southward the giants become more and more irrepressibly jubilant\, heaving their massive crowns into the sky from every ridge and slope\, waving onward in graceful compliance with the complicated topography of the region”. \nThis piece was written during my composer residency with the Vientos Trio during 2008-2009 \nMovement II. “A crowd of hopeful young trees and saplings…” \n“But here for every old storm-beaten giant there are many in their prime and for each of these a crowd of hopeful young trees and saplings\, growing vigorously on moraines\, rocky ledges\, along water courses and meadows.” \nIII. The Three Graces \n“Groups of two or three (sequoias) are often found standing close together…They are called “loving couples\,” “three graces\,” etc.… By the time they are full-grown their trunks will touch and crowd against each other…” \nTree Interlude Two \nMovement IV. The Noble Trees \n“…the Big Trees (sequoia gigantean)\, the king of all the conifers in the world\, ‘the noblest of the noble race.’” \n– Quotes taken from The Yosemite\, 1912 \nby John Muir \nText is in the public domain. \nThis piece was written during my composer residency with the Vientos Trio during 2008-2009. \nThe “Sequoia Trio” is available for purchase at this link.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-sequoia-trio-performed-by-the-deer-valley-trio/
LOCATION:Deer Valley High School\, 18424 N 51st Ave\, Glendale\, AZ\, 85308\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon Teaches A Seminar at Lynn University on Being a Composer in the 21st Century.
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon taught a 3 ½ hour seminar on January 13\, 2019 at Lynn University” On Being a Composer in the 21st Century” that also included “The Art of Collaboration and Creativity”. The seminar was part of the three-day New Music Festival sponsored by Lynn University Conservatory of Music\, January 12 – 15\, 2020. The Lynn University Conservatory of Music is located at 3601 N Military Trl\, Boca Raton\, Florida 33431. \nThe mission of the New Music Festival is to expose students and the community to new music by providing the platform for composers to bring their work to life through collaboration with their peers. The Conservatory of Music is dedicated to promoting the creation of new works by renowned composers and has to date commissioned eight compositions for a variety of ensembles from mixed trios to chamber symphonies. More than 90 premieres have been given since 2007. \nJenni is available to conduct seminars and workshops on composition\, conducting\, music business\, Yoga and other music related topics. Jenni’s featured workshops for residencies\, festivals and events are: \n\nThe Art of Collaboration and Creativity\nBeing a composer in the 21st Century\nYoga for Musicians: Finding balance between practice\, performance\, and personal life\nHow to think like a conductor: Preparing to conduct your own music\nCoaching ensembles on works by Jenni\nConducting hers and the works of other composers\nPersonalized lessons for composers\, both in person and via the internet\n\nAdditional workshops and residencies can be customized to support your students\, ensembles\, and audience. Let Jenni share her music\, vision of the art of collaboration\, and the business of music at your university\, festival\, or next event!
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/6760/
LOCATION:Lynn University\, 3601 N Military Trl\, Boca Raton\, FL\, 33431\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Double Helix” Performed at Lynn University by Kristin Wolfe Jensen and Lisa Leonard
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Double Helix” was performed January 12\, 2020 at Lynn University Conservatory of Music\, New Music Festival by Kristin Wolfe Jensen and Lisa Leonard.  Lynn University is found at 3601 N Military Trl\, Boca Raton\, Florida 33431. \nAt the festival Jenni presented a 3 ½ hour seminar January 13\, 2019 on “Being a Composer in the 21st Century” that also included “The Art of Collaboration and Creativity”. Also\, this year the New Music Festival is incorporating the Bassoon Chamber Music Composition Competition (BCMCC). \nA tribute to the late Eric Van der Veer Varner is part of the Festival and the BCMCC. \nThe BCMCC is a non-profit organization with a mission to expand new music for the bassoon and to offer opportunities to composers.  The competition\, typically held every other year\, increases the chamber repertoire available to bassoonists by encouraging composers to write new music that includes this instrument. The competition judges\, comprised of professional musicians\, provide feedback to each composer that enters. The BCMCC works with the winning composers to have the pieces published\, premieres the winning works\, and creates a recording with professional musicians. \nEstablished over 25 years ago\, the Lynn Conservatory is one of the leading conservatories within a university environment today. It admits a highly select group of gifted musicians from around the world to pursue a Bachelor of Music\, Master of Music or Professional Performance Certificate. Our small class sizes and extensive performance opportunities are complemented by practical career preparation. \n“Double Helix” for bassoon and piano (bassoon and piano sheet music) was commissioned in 2014 by bassoonist Christin Schillinger to premiere and perform with Jed Moss on piano. This work is inspired by the sculpture of the same name by Long Beach\, California sculptor Susan Hawkins. This sculpture (pictured on the cover of this score) depicts two separate figures dancing around each other\, weaving their stories together\, but never touching. I loved the idea of using terms that are frequently used to describe dance and began to see the curves and lines and unique topography of these sculptures as fluid and moving. The bassoon and the piano become these two dancers\, gracefully moving across a stage to tell the story of this beautiful sculpture. \nIn “Prelude: Intertwine” the figures dance around each other\, one at first (the piano)\, and then the bassoon joining in\, flowing\, and weaving in and out of each other. As they move into the “Entrechat” you can hear the fast movement of the feet as the dancer leaps from the floor\, crossing and uncrossing the feet in mid-air as represented by the repeated staccato notes throughout this section. After much joyful leaping\, the bassoon and piano take turns with solos in “Divertissement: Gentle Beauty”. Leading into the section “Soar” which begins innocuously enough\, the dancers slowly begin to climb higher and higher\, reaching a climax in this section as the bassoon dazzles with its range and the piano moves deftly from one end of the keyboard to the other. Finally in “Postlude (Epilogue)” the original intertwine theme returns\, allowing the dancers to shift and flow gently around each other\, gently shifting back into the still image of the sculpture as the sound fades away. \nIt was a joy to write this work for these talented musicians\, who premiered the work on the campus of UCLA\, September 21st\, 2015. Since its premier\, Double Helix has had a number of well received performances. \nThe CD “Bassoon Unbounded” features Jenni’s work Double Helix for bassoon and piano. This CD was recorded by Christin Schillinger – bassoon and Jed Moss – piano. \nLabel: MSR Classics
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-double-helix-performed-at-lynn-university-by-kristin-wolfe-jensen-and-lisa-leonard/
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Two Immigrants for SATB choir\, cello\, and piano” Performed by The Mid-Columbia Master Singers
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon  ’s “Two Immigrants for SATB choir\, cello\, and piano” is performed by The Mid-Columbia Master Singers. The Mid-Columbia Master Singers present their concert titled American Dreamers on: \nFriday\, Jan. 10\, 7:30 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church\, Pasco\, Wash. \nSaturday\, Jan. 11\, 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church\, Kennewick\, Wash. \nSunday\, Jan. 12\, 4 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church\, Sunnyside\, Wash. \nMid-Columbia Mastersingers is pleased to present its third subscription cycle of the 2019-20 season entitled “American Dreamers\,” a concert program that explores our immigrant past and the meaning of home. We are pleased to partner with the Tri-Cities Immigrant Coalition\, a non-partisan organization who will help expand conservations around important immigrant issues affecting us at the local and national level. A variety of choral works performed are by contemporary American composers\, many of which have their own immigrant stories to share through their music. \nTWO IMMIGRANTS for SATB choir\, cello\, and piano tells the story of two young immigrants who come to America from a different land.  They seek out what many immigrants did in coming to America – a chance to build a life\, grow a career and family\, and live the American dream.  This poem by Maya Porcelli\, a student at California School of the Arts – San Gabriel\,   is inspired by the family story of Dr. Michael J. Patzakis and Susan Giorkaris Patzakis\, whose families came through Ellis Island early in the 20th century. This poem beautifully tells of what their parents left behind\, but in coming together they created a new story of love\, family\, and hope\, and so many opportunities for their children and grandchildren. I think it captures not only a beautiful tribute to their family and Greek heritage\, but tells the story of the spirit and harmony of many immigrants who came to America’s shores from another country. \nThe music moves through light and darkness as the immigrants are faced with heartache and loss.  The cello adds a deep\, resonant voice of the immigrant as they search for their footing in the rocky terrain of a new language\, new experiences\, and new emotions. The choir explores these emotions\, supported by the piano’s often forward movement like that of a large ship crossing the ocean on its way to Ellis Island.  The work ends with a feeling of hope as the immigrants create a new life in this new land. \nIt is truly an honor to write this work to celebrate the life and honor the family of Dr. and Mrs. Patzakis\, and to have the California School of the Arts – San Gabriel Valley Choir under the direction of Ryan Brown give the world premiere.  A big thank you to Theresa Patzakis for supporting the creation of this work in honor of her parents\, and to Katherine Powers\, director of the Vocal Arts Department of CSArts-SGV. \nTWO IMMIGRANTS for SATB choir\, cello\, and piano is available for purchase on Jenni Brandon’s web site at https://jennibrandon.com/
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-two-immigrants-for-satb-choir-cello-and-piano-performed-by-the-mid-columbia-master-singers/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015336
CREATED:20200121T005031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200121T225433Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s Double Concerto for Oboe and Bassoon with Wind Symphony Performed by the Clarkston\, Michigan High School Wind Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s Double Concerto for Oboe and Bassoon with Wind Symphony is performed by the Clarkston High School Wind Ensemble\, under the direction of Mr. Michael Lewis\, on December 10\, 2019. The soloists for this concert were MaryBeth Minnis\, bassoon and Lindabeth Binkley\, oboe. Both are professors at Central Michigan University. Jenni arranged this piece specifically for the high school wind ensemble. The school is located in Clarkston\, Michigan. The school district has a very active music and fine arts program. \nThe music program is supported by the Clarkston Schools Instrumental Music Association (CSIMA). CISMA is organized to provide both moral and financial support to the instrumental music programs of Clarkston Schools. CSIMA members serve as a resource to the instructional staff of the Clarkston Schools instrumental music programs by volunteering individual skills and performing the fundraising necessary to enhance the school district’s funding of instrumental music programs. \nJenni’s Double Concerto for Oboe and Bassoon with Wind Symphony tells the story of our Galaxy\, of the great unknown and what lies beyond\, and where we belong within this vastness of space. The soloists and the ensemble paint a picture of this great mystery of the universe\, taking us on a journey through the Spiral Galaxy\, the Milky Way\, and onto our own arm in the galaxy\, the Orion Spur\, where we dance the waltz of the Blue Planet. Being pulled toward the Supermassive Black hole\, the djembe lends a rhythmic background of mystery to this journey. The bassoon\, then joined by the solo oboe\, begins to tell us a story of Dark Matter\, “…an elementary particle that pervades the universe.” We then travel to the place where stars are born in “The Orion Nebula\,” quoting Carl Sagen from his book Cosmos that\, “we are made of star-stuff.” Finally\, we begin to leave the Orion nebula to continue our journey again through the spiral galaxy\, exploring the vastness of space as thematic material returns to carry us on this ever-continuing journey of exploration. \nThis work is in one movement and is approximately 18 minutes. \n\nThe Spiral Galaxy\nTravelling through the Milky Way\nThe Orion Spur: The Blue Planet Waltz Supermassive Black Hole: Falling into the abyss…\nDark Matter: “…an elementary particle that pervades the universe\nThe Orion Nebula: “We are made of star-stuff.”\…Flying through the Spiral Galaxy\n\nIt was an honor to write this work for Scott Pool and to have him premiere it with Rogene Russell on oboe and the University of Texas at Arlington Wind Symphony under the direction of Doug Stotter in February 2013. It is a thrill to have the European premiere of this work given by the Banda Simfònica Municipal de Madrid under the direction of Rafael Sanz–Espert with Víctor M. Ánchel\, oboe and Enrique Abargues\, bassoon. \nDouble Concerto for Oboe and Bassoon with Wind Symphony is available on Jenni’s website at https://jennibrandon.com/product/double-concerto-for-oboe-and-bassoon-with-wind-symphony-sheet-music/. A version for Oboe\, Bassoon\, piano\, and optional percussion is also available.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-double-concerto-for-oboe-and-bassoon-with-wind-symphony-performed-by-the-clarkston-michigan-high-school-wind-ensemble/
LOCATION:Clarkston High School\, 6093 Flemings Lake Road\, Clarkston\, MI\, 48346\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191124T183000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015336
CREATED:20190918T220838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190918T220838Z
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SUMMARY:The Congressional Chorus Performs Jenni Brandon’s “America Belongs to Us”
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “America Belongs to Us” is performed by the Congressional Chorus on Sunday\, November 24\, 2019 at 4:30 pm. Jenni’s “America Belongs to Us” for SATB choir and flute orchestra is presented by the Chorus as part of their concert titled Nevertheless\, She Persisted . . .America’s Women Composers. The concert theme is that America’s women composers have overcome a history of obstacles to create choral works of great power\, beauty\, introspection and joy. Jenni will conduct the Washington\, DC premiere of her “America Belongs To Us” in collaboration with the Columbia Flute Choir. \nThe Congressional Chorus\, a multi-generational family of choruses\, champions American music through the performance of an eclectic repertoire\, with an emphasis on artistic collaborations and choral music by emerging composers. We strengthen our community through music education and outreach programs to singers of all ages. Our vision is to transform lives and inspire people to embrace our common humanity through the performance of American choral music. \n“America Belongs to Us” explores the idea of the immigrant – coming from another country and growing roots in America\, the land of opportunity for all. Leaving behind all that they know\, they move to an unfamiliar country\, often leaving family\, friends behind\, to hopefully make a better life for themselves and for the generations to come. \n“America Belongs to Us” is based on the beautiful poem by Oliver Mayer that explores the immigrant’s experience.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-congressional-chorus-performs-jenni-brandons-america-belongs-to-us/
LOCATION:Church of the Epiphany\, 1317 G Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20005\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Congressional Chorus":MAILTO:mailto:admin@congressionalchorus.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191120T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015336
CREATED:20191023T173145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T010718Z
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SUMMARY:Kennedy Center Performance of 3 Paderewskis\, by Jenni Brandon
DESCRIPTION:The 3 Paderewskis by composer Jenni Brandon and playwright Oliver Mayer is performed on Wednesday\, November 20\, 7:30pm at the Kennedy Center\, Terrace Theater\, 2700 F Street\, NW Washington\, DC 20566. The 3 Paderewskis\, a new opera by Jenni Brandon\, explores the life and work of composer and founder of the Polish nation\, Ignace Jan Paderewski. \nWith book by University of Southern California professor and playwright Oliver Mayer and music by award-winning composer Jenni Brandon\, this work is expanded to 60 minutes. Commissioned by The Adam Mickiewicz Institute and Co-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland as part of the multi-annual program NIEPODLEGŁA 2017-2022. \nThis expanded work (originally a 40-minute version premiered in 2018) looks at three versions of the great Paderewski (one of them female) as they sift through a lifetime of memories far too large for any one person. Ignace the pianist/composer\, Jan the visionary statesman\, and Paderewski the viticulturist assesses a lifetime of love and loss\, exile\, war and wine.  But when the ghost of Antonina\, their long-departed wife\, rejoins them\, memories become immediate with a vibrancy that sheds light on the depths of their endless love. \nCast and Musicians: \nAntonina (Soprano): Katherine Powers \nIgnace (Mezzo-Soprano): Maria Dominique Lopez \nJan (Tenor): Todd Strange \nPaderewski (Baritone): Steve Pence \nSATB Chorus: Ariel Pisturino\, Omar Crook\, E. Scott Levin \nPiano Quartet (Violin\, Viola\, Cello\, Piano): Central4 Piano Quartet \nDirector: David Bridel \nStage Manger: Seira Murakami \nMusic Director and Conductor: Jenni Brandon \nProducer: Mark Seldis \nCo-Producers: \n \nAdam Mickiewicz Institute \n \n Kosciuszko Foundation \nThis presentation is commissioned by the Adam Mickiewicz Institute and presented in collaboration with the Kosciuszko Foundation. Co-financing is provided by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland as part of the multi-annual program NIEPODLEGŁA 2017-2022. This project was originally commissioned in cooperation with the Adam Mickiewicz Institute as part of the international cultural program POLSKA 100 accompanying Poland’s centenary of regaining independence. \nEvent Partners: \n \nConsulate General of the Republic of Poland in Los Angeles \n \nHelen Modjeska Art and Culture Club \n \nPOLAM – Federal Credit Union
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/kennedy-center-performance-of-three-paderewskis-by-jenni-brandon/
LOCATION:Kennedy Center\, Terrace Theater\, 2700 F Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20566.\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenni Brandon":MAILTO:threepaderewskis@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191112T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191112T220000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015336
CREATED:20191101T210154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T191849Z
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SUMMARY:Compostela by Jenni Brandon\, Performed by Eric Stomberg and Trio Amical
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s Compostela is performed by Eric Stomberg and Trio Amical. The Trio Amical is a woodwind ensemble featuring bassoon\, clarinet\, and piano. The ensemble includes Eric Stomberg (bassoon)\, Karen Benda (clarinet)\, and Robert Koening (piano). They will perform the first two movements\, the “Field of Stars” and end with the “Buen Camino” in honor of the late Eric Varner. This performance is a faculty recital at the Interlochen Center for the Arts\, Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall (#40 on map) on November 12\, 2019 at 8:30 PM. The recital is free and open to the public. The Interlochen Center for the Arts is located at 4000 Highway M-137\, Interlochen\, MI 49643\, telephone: (231) 276-7200. \nDr. Stomberg\, DMA enjoys a wide-ranging musical career as a performer\, artist-teacher and artistic administrator. He plays with “elegance and refinement” while displaying “impeccable tone and technique” (American Record Guide). He is also one of the most sought-after contemporary bassoonists with numerous invitations to present recitals and masterclasses at conservatories and schools of music around the world. His students have gone on to study at the most prestigious music schools in the country\, while former students also hold orchestral and academic positions in the United States and abroad. He is on faculty at the University of Kansas\, School of Music and Associate Director of Music for Summer Programs at Interlochen Center for the Arts\, Instructor of Bassoon at Interlochen Arts Academy\, and as President of the International Double Reed Society. \nCompostela for solo bassoon work tells the story of the pilgrimage along The Camino Francés.  It is the most popular of the pilgrimage routes through Spain that lead to Santiago de Compostela\, or the church where the bones of St. James the Apostle are said to be buried.  The title of this work has two meanings.  “Compostela for solo bassoon work tells the story of the pilgrimage along The Camino Francés.  It is the most popular of the pilgrimage routes through Spain. Premiered during the 2018 International Double Reed Society Conference in Granada\, Spain by Eric Varner \nCompostela” is translated by some to mean “field of a star”.  This comes from the legend of the discovery of St. James the apostle – his body was said to be revealed by a star to Theodomir\, Bishop of Ira Flavia in 813.  The Compostela is also the certificate that is given to pilgrims at the completion of their journey\, or when they reach the grand church in Santiago de Compostela which holds the remains of St. James.  To me\, the title touches on both the ethereal and the physical of this pilgrimage.  It is not so much about the destination\, but the personal journey the pilgrim takes with each step along the Camino de Santiago.  As we travel along this path\, the bassoon narrates what we may see and hear\, how we may feel\, and what we discover about ourselves as we take this personal journey. \nThis work was commissioned by Eric Van der Veer Varner\, who introduced me to the Camino de Santiago when we talked about a new work for him during IDRS 2017 at Lawrence University. His enthusiasm and knowledge about the trail inspired me to dig deeper into this pilgrimage I knew nothing about\, but now join many people around the world in being fascinated by the history and meaning of the Camino.  It is an honor to write this piece for him to premiere. \nIn one movement\, this work has several sections that highlight the journey along the way. \nI.  Field of Stars: Along the  Camino Francés thousands of pilgrims have travelled over many centuries in search of answers.  Many walk the path for different reasons – spiritual callings\, atonement\, health and fitness\, personal reflection and growth.  Whatever the reason\, they all walk the path toward the Santiago de Compostela\, under the same sky and stars.  This movement begins our journey toward that field of stars\, and the first steps onto the Camino Francés\, beginning at St Jean Pied de Port. \nII.  Buen Camino!: This is a phrase that pilgrims say to each say along the way\, translating to “good way”.  It is a greeting of joy\, of hope\, and of good will as they travel this path. Cheerful and light\, the bassoon happily walks along the Camino fresh and open-minded. \nIII.   A Toast of Happiness: This comes from the Irache Wine Fountain in Ayegui where Pilgrims can drink wine from an outdoor fountain.  There is a quote here that says: “Pilgrim\, if you wish to arrive at Santiago full of strength and vitality\, have a drink of this great wine and make a toast of happiness.”  There is a bit of joyful glee in sharing a drink with fellow pilgrims at an outdoor wine fountain \nIV.  I was once:   When leaving the town of Los Arcos\, the pilgrim will pass by a cemetery gate with this saying: “Yo que fui lo que tu eres\, tu seras lo que yo soi.” Or “I was once what you are\, and you will be what I am.”  This feels like a beautiful sentiment to remember along this sacred and ancient path\, for the pilgrims are connected through the ages by their calling to walk the Camino and learn from its wisdom. \nV.  The Pit of Bones: Just outside of Atapuerca is the site of the oldest discovered remains of humans.  This fascinating and incredibly poignant place reminds the pilgrim of the connection to each other and of our mortality. Ancient and mysterious\, the bassoon explores what might be found deep in the earth. \nVI.  Cruz del Ferro:  On the route from Rabanel del Camino to Ponferrada is an Iron cross on top of a 5 meter wooden pole. It is surrounded by stones – people bring stones with them from all over the world and leave them here to represent leaving behind a burden. \nVII.  The Scallop Shell:  The scallop shell is the symbol of the pilgrimage. Originally pilgrims would receive this shell once they reached Santiago de Compostela to prove that they had walked the Camino.  Today\, many pilgrims carry the scallop shell attached to their bags or clothes as a symbol of their journey.  The image of the scallop shell is also found all along the Camino to help the pilgrim stay on the right path.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/compostela-by-jenni-brandon-performed-by-eric-stomberg-and-trio-amical/
LOCATION:Interlochen Center for the Arts\, Dendrinos Chapel and Recital Hall (#40 on map)\, 4000 Highway M-137\, Interlochen\, MI\, 49643\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015336
CREATED:20191101T203823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T203823Z
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SUMMARY:Compostela by Jenni Brandon\, Performed by Eric Stomberg and Trio Amical in Fayetteville
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s Compostela was performed\, as a guest recital\, by Eric Stomberg and Trio AmicalatRoots HQ atGuisinger Music House\, Fayetteville\, Arkansas\, 1 E Mountain St\, Fayetteville\, AR 72701 on October 30\, 2019 7:00pm.. The Trio Amical is a woodwind ensemble featuring bassoon\, clarinet\, and piano. The ensemble includes Eric Stomberg (bassoon)\, Karen Benda (clarinet)\, and Robert Koening (piano). They will perform the first two movements\, the “Field of Stars” and end with the “Buen Camino” in honor of the late Eric Varner. \nLia Uribe\, Director of Undergraduate Studies/ Music Department at University of Arkansas stated on her Facebook Page\, “At yesterday’s Trio Amical recital\, Eric Stomberg played a couple movements from Jenni Brandon’s “Compostela for solo bassoon”\, in memory of our dear colleague Eric Varner who passed away a few weeks ago. It was a beautiful homage\, solemn and profound\, and served us all well\, even the ones that didn’t know Eric Varner\, to reflect\, to connect\, to remember\, and to honor life. The power of music\, and the power of friendship” \n  \nDr. Stomberg\, DMA enjoys a wide-ranging musical career as a performer\, artist-teacher and artistic administrator. He plays with “elegance and refinement” while displaying “impeccable tone and technique” (American Record Guide). He is also one of the most sought-after contemporary bassoonists with numerous invitations to present recitals and masterclasses at conservatories and schools of music around the world. His students have gone on to study at the most prestigious music schools in the country\, while former students also hold orchestral and academic positions in the United States and abroad. He is on faculty at the University of Kansas\, School of Music and Associate Director of Music for Summer Programs at Interlochen Center for the Arts\, Instructor of Bassoon at Interlochen Arts Academy\, and as President of the International Double Reed Society. \nCompostela for solo bassoon work tells the story of the pilgrimage along The Camino Francés.  It is the most popular of the pilgrimage routes through Spain that lead to Santiago de Compostela\, or the church where the bones of St. James the Apostle are said to be buried.  The title of this work has two meanings.  “Compostela for solo bassoon work tells the story of the pilgrimage along The Camino Francés.  It is the most popular of the pilgrimage routes through Spain. Premiered during the 2018 International Double Reed Society Conference in Granada\, Spain by Eric Varner \nCompostela” is translated by some to mean “field of a star”.  This comes from the legend of the discovery of St. James the apostle – his body was said to be revealed by a star to Theodomir\, Bishop of Ira Flavia in 813.  The Compostela is also the certificate that is given to pilgrims at the completion of their journey\, or when they reach the grand church in Santiago de Compostela which holds the remains of St. James.  To me\, the title touches on both the ethereal and the physical of this pilgrimage.  It is not so much about the destination\, but the personal journey the pilgrim takes with each step along the Camino de Santiago.  As we travel along this path\, the bassoon narrates what we may see and hear\, how we may feel\, and what we discover about ourselves as we take this personal journey. \nThis work was commissioned by Eric Van der Veer Varner\, who introduced me to the Camino de Santiago when we talked about a new work for him during IDRS 2017 at Lawrence University. His enthusiasm and knowledge about the trail inspired me to dig deeper into this pilgrimage I knew nothing about\, but now join many people around the world in being fascinated by the history and meaning of the Camino.  It is an honor to write this piece for him to premiere. \nIn one movement\, this work has several sections that highlight the journey along the way. \nI. Field of Stars:  Along the  Camino Francés thousands of pilgrims have travelled over many centuries in search of answers.  Many walk the path for different reasons – spiritual callings\, atonement\, health and fitness\, personal reflection and growth.  Whatever the reason\, they all walk the path toward the Santiago de Compostela\, under the same sky and stars.  This movement begins our journey toward that field of stars\, and the first steps onto the Camino Francés\, beginning at St Jean Pied de Port. \nII. Buen Camino!  This is a phrase that pilgrims say to each say along the way\, translating to “good way”.  It is a greeting of joy\, of hope\, and of good will as they travel this path. Cheerful and light\, the bassoon happily walks along the Camino fresh and open-minded. \nIII.   A Toast of Happiness:  This comes from the Irache Wine Fountain in Ayegui where Pilgrims can drink wine from an outdoor fountain.  There is a quote here that says: “Pilgrim\, if you wish to arrive at Santiago full of strength and vitality\, have a drink of this great wine and make a toast of happiness.”  There is a bit of joyful glee in sharing a drink with fellow pilgrims at an outdoor wine fountain \nIV  I was once…When leaving the town of Los Arcos\, the pilgrim will pass by a cemetery gate with this saying: “Yo que fui lo que tu eres\, tu seras lo que yo soi.” Or “I was once what you are\, and you will be what I am.”  This feels like a beautiful sentiment to remember along this sacred and ancient path\, for the pilgrims are connected through the ages by their calling to walk the Camino and learn from its wisdom. \nV  The Pit of Bones:  Just outside of Atapuerca is the site of the oldest discovered remains of humans.  This fascinating and incredibly poignant place reminds the pilgrim of the connection to each other and of our mortality. Ancient and mysterious\, the bassoon explores what might be found deep in the earth. \nVI  Cruz del Ferro:  On the route from Rabanel del Camino to Ponferrada is an Iron cross on top of a 5 meter wooden pole. It is surrounded by stones – people bring stones with them from all over the world and leave them here to represent leaving behind a burden. \nVII. The Scallop Shell:\nThe scallop shell is the symbol of the pilgrimage. Originally pilgrims would receive this shell once they reached Santiago de Compostela to prove that they had walked the Camino.  Today\, many pilgrims carry the scallop shell attached to their bags or clothes as a symbol of their journey.  The image of the scallop shell is also found all along the Camino to help the pilgrim stay on the right path.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/compostela-by-jenni-brandon-performed-by-eric-stomberg-and-trio-amical-in-fayetteville/
LOCATION:Roots HQ at Guisinger Music House\, 1 E Mountain St\, Fayetteville\, AR\, 72701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191029T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191029T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015336
CREATED:20191106T191658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T191658Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s Spider Suite Performed by The Fourth Wall
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s Spider Suite performed by the Fourth Wall on Tuesday\, October 29 at 7:30 PM in the Humanities Theatre at Chattanooga State. The ensemble consists of Cindy Solfest-Wallis on flute\, Nicholas Hartline on clarinet\, and Staci Spring on bassoon. Spider Suite tells the story of the adventures of a spider and his daily activities\, from spinning webs\, capturing bugs\, and beginning again. \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. \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 \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.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-spider-suite-performed-by-the-fourth-wall/
LOCATION:Chattanooga State College\, 4501 Amnicola Hwy\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37406\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191029T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20191016T224530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191028T185928Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s Music Performed by The Frost Chamber Players\, University of Miami
DESCRIPTION:The Frost School of Music – University of Miami and the Frost Chamber Players\, members of the faculty in the Classical departments\, come together in an All-star celebration of women composers\, performing \, Jenni Brandon’s “The Sequoia Trio”\, Tania J. Leon\, Dorothy Hindman\, Jennifer Higdon\, Valerie Coleman \, Rebecca Clarke\, and Louise Farrenc. Dorothy Hindman will lead a brief pre-concert chat at 6:30pm. The concert is on Tuesday\, October 29\, 2019 at 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT at the Maurice Gusman Concert Hall at the Frost School of Music\, University of Miami\, 1314 Miller Drive\, Coral Gables\, Florida 33146 \nThe highly acclaimed Frost School of Music at the University of Miami ranks among the most comprehensive and innovative in the nation. Originally founded as a Conservatory of Music in 1926\, it continues to offer premier performance experiences for instrumentalists and vocalists\, and a wide spectrum of degree offerings for virtually every area of musical study and research. \nJenni Brandon is an award-winning composer\, conductor\, and mezzo-soprano who enjoys engaging with performers and audiences\, often giving talks about the business of music and the art of collaboration.  She is the recipient of numerous awards including the Sorel Medallion\, the American Prize for Choral Composition\, the Women Composers Festival of Hartford International Composition Competition\, and the Bassoon Chamber Music Composition Competition.  She was the composer in residence for the 2018 inaugural season of the LunART Festival in Madison\, Wisconsin\, where her chamber and choral music was featured throughout the festival.  She also gave talks on the art of collaboration and worked with emerging composers in her workshop “From Page to Stage”. \nHer recent commissions and performances include We Are Joy\, a piano concerto for choir and chamber orchestra with poetry by Oliver Mayer and soon to be published by Pavane Publishing. Her new 60-minute American Musical Hybrid “3 Paderewskis” with book by Oliver Mayer is the winner of the 2017 Paderewski Cycle. It is Commissioned by The Adam Mickiewicz Institute and Co-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland as part of the multi-annual program NIEPODLEGŁA 2017-2022. and is being performed at the University of Southern California (USC); Aula Nova\, I.J. Paderewski Conservatory\, Swiety Marcin 87\, 61-808 in Poznan\, Poland; and The Kennedy Center.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-music-performed-by-the-frost-chamber-players-university-of-miami/
LOCATION:Maurice Gusman Concert Hall at the Frost School of Music\, University of Miami\, 1314 Miller Drive\, Coral Gables\, FL\, 33146\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191028T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191028T213000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20191029T222714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T222714Z
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SUMMARY:Tempo Performs Shades of Violet by Jenni Brandon
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Shades of Violet” is performed by Tempo at the Gildenhorn Recital Hall\, University of Maryland School of Music on Monday\, October 28\, 2019 . 8PM. Tempo is a graduate student-led contemporary music ensemble that focuses on cultivating new music experiences in the community both within and outside of the standard concert hall to present the music of now. The program is: \nJenni Brandon: Shades of Violet \nPatrice Michaels: The Long View: A Portrait of Ruth Bader Ginsburg in Nine Songs \nDaron Hagen: Duo for Violin and Cello \nBrett Miller: Blue \nNathan Daughtrey: An Extraordinary Correspondence \nShades of Violet for Clarinet in B-flat and Viola (JB 146) explores the complexities of the color violet throughout history as told by the Clarinet and Viola. The title for Shades of Violet came about during a phone call with Elizabeth Crawford – clarinet and Katrin Meidell – viola. We were discussing this new work and their ensemble’s name “Violet” and the phrase “shades of violet” was mentioned. I loved this phrase and knew it would inspire the work\, plus pay homage to this new ensemble’s namesake! \nWhen I started to research the color violet\, I found many interesting facts about this color. It is a “true” color in that it has its own set of wavelengths on the spectrum of visible light – between blue and invisible ultraviolet. It also has a lot of other meanings throughout history\, encompassing spiritually\, emotions of love and passion\, and physical manifestations of the color. I wanted to portray these “shades of violet” not just from the color spectrum\, but what it has meant to people symbolically. I made a list of what I found when I researched this color\, and many of these words or phrases that inspired me during the creation of this work appear as descriptions of sections in the score: \nMeditation \nInspiration \nImagination \nPassionate \nUnion of Body and Soul \nOriginal \nUnconditional love \nMental balance and stability \nDelicate \nCrown Chakra \nDignity \nCompassion \nVain \nExtravagance \nFlighty \nIn some ways this work is a love story – two instruments seeking passion\, inspiration\, union\, unconditional love. We reach this union toward the end of the piece\, represented through the higher registers of both instruments– a push and pull of harmonies and shades of violet that I think represent the complexities of what the color Violet represents. \nIt was an honor to write this work for the inaugural season of Violet. This work was premiered in February 2018 and appears on Violet’s debut album.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/tempo-performs-shades-of-violet-by-jenni-brandon/
LOCATION:Gildenhorn Recital Hall at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center\, Stadium Drive and Route 193\, College Park\, MD\, 20742\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20191004T213045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T220729Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s Cumulonimbus and Shades of Violet Performed by Natalie Groom
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s Cumulonimbus and Shades of Violet performed\, as a solo recital\, by Natalie Groom on October 21\, 2019 at 8:00pm in the Gildenhorn Recital Hall at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center\, Stadium Drive and Route 193\, College Park\, MD 20742\, Phone: (301) 405-2787. \nNatalie Groom is a freelance clarinetist in Washington\, D.C. and substitute clarinetist of the Annapolis Symphony and Annapolis Opera. She is the artist-in-residence at Collington Retirement Community\, a Junior Board member of Washington Performing Arts\, and a volunteer for the Institute for Composer Diversity. \nAs teacher\, conductor\, and academic\, she and soprano Jennifer Piazza-Pick founded\, in 2018\, the Whistling Hens\, a chamber music ensemble. The group celebrates and advances the artistic accomplishments of women by performing and commissioning all female-composed music. Their work invites listeners to reflect on the impact male privilege has had on traditional music programming\, question the status quo of gender inequality in the classical music community\, and engage with music by women of various backgrounds. \nThe inspiration for Jenni’s Cumulonimbus was from a wonderful book titled The Cloudspotter’s Guide: The Science\, History\, and Culture of Clouds by Gavin Pretor-Pinney. In this book he describes all types of clouds\, from the Stratus all the way up to the Cirrocumulus cloud. Jenni particularly loved his chapter on the Cumulonimbus cloud and the description of the destruction and havoc that this cloud can make. I thought it would be exciting to write a work that represented this cloud and its fury. \nThe title for Shades of Violet came about during a phone call with Jenni and Elizabeth Crawford – clarinet and Katrin Meidell – viola. They were discussing this new work and Elizabeth’s and Katrin’s ensemble’s name “Violet” and the phrase “shades of violet” was mentioned. I loved this phrase and knew it would inspire the work\, plus pay homage to this new ensemble’s namesake! \nWhen I started to research the color violet\, I found many interesting facts about this color. It is a “true” color in that it has its own set of wavelengths on the spectrum of visible light – between blue and invisible ultraviolet.  It also has a lot of other meanings throughout history\, encompassing spiritually\, emotions of love and passion\, and physical manifestations of the color.  I wanted to portray these “shades of violet” not just from the color spectrum\, but what it has meant to people symbolically.  I made a list of what I found when I researched this color\, and many of these words or phrases that inspired me during the creation of this work appear as descriptions of sections in the score: \nMeditation \nInspiration \nImagination \nPassionate \nUnion of Body and Soul \nOriginal \nUnconditional love \nMental balance and stability \nDelicate \nCrown Chakra \nDignity \nCompassion \nVain \nExtravagance \nFlighty \nIn some ways this work is a love story – two instruments seeking passion\, inspiration\, union\, unconditional love.  We reach this union toward the end of the piece\, represented through the higher registers of both instruments– a push and pull of harmonies and shades of violet that I think represent the complexities of what the color Violet represents.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-cumulonimbus-and-shades-of-violet-performed-by-natalie-groom/
LOCATION:Gildenhorn Recital Hall at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center\, Stadium Drive and Route 193\, College Park\, MD\, 20742\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20190930T000534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T000534Z
UID:3799-1571482800-1571486400@jennibrandon.com
SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s Cumulonimbus and Chansons de la Nature Pour La Clarinette Performed by Natalie Groom
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s Cumulonimbus and Chansons de la Nature Pour La Clarinette  is performed by Natalie Groom as the Collington Artist-in-Residence at the Collington Retirement Community in Bowie\, Maryland on October 19\, 2019. Natalie was awarded a residency at Collington Retirement Community in Bowie\, Maryland\, as their artist-in-residence\, she will perform frequently in addition to coordinating concerts\, bringing in guest lecturers\, and leading educational seminars. \nNow in its third year\, this program has been featured by The Today Show and ABC. This residency is made possible by a partnership between the University of Maryland School of Music and Collington\, A Kendal Affiliate \nThe inspiration for the Cumulonimbus piece\, by Jenni\, comes from a wonderful book titled The Cloudspotter’s Guide: The Science\, History\, and Culture of Clouds by Gavin Pretor-Pinney. In this book he describes all types of clouds\, from the Stratus all the way up to the Cirrocumulus cloud. Jenni particularly loved his chapter on the Cumulonimbus cloud and the description of the destruction and havoc that this cloud can make. Jenni thought it would be exciting to write a work that represented this cloud and its fury. \nJenni’s Chansons 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.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-cumulonimbus-and-chansons-de-la-nature-pour-la-clarinette-performed-by-natalie-groom/
LOCATION:Collington Retirement Community\, 10450 Lottsford Rd\, Bowie\, MD\, 20721\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T213000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20190919T000155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T000155Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Found Objects: On the Beach” Performed by The CHAI Collaborative Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Found Objects: On the Beach” is performed by the CHAI Collaborative Ensemble (CCE) on: \n0 October 18- 19\, 2019\, 7:30pm Atlas Arts Media 1806 W. Cuyler Ave.\, #3G\, Chicago\, IL 60613 \n0 October 20\, 2019 at 3pm House Concert (TBA with ticket purchase) in Evanston\, IL \nCHAI Collaborative Ensemble (CCE) opens their fifth season October 18-20 with an exploration of our relationship with our natural history and our current place on planet Earth. CCE is a Chicago-based collective of musicians dedicated to presenting substantial and approachable programs of mixed vocal and instrumental chamber music. Our repertoire runs the gamut\, ranging from beloved classics to newly commissioned works\, with many hidden gems along the way. \nFound Objects: On the Beach for oboe\, clarinet\, and bassoon tells of finding objects on the beach – from tumbled stones to sea glass; from driftwood to black feathers on the sand and the seashells that populate the beach as far as the eye can see. A six-movement work approximately 23 minutes. \nPremiered by the PEN Trio (Nora Lewis-oboe\, Phillip Paglialonga-clarinet\, and Eric Van der Veer Varner-bassoon)\, this work is published by TrevCo Music Publishing on the new PEN Trio Collection Series!
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-found-objects-on-the-beach-performed-by-the-chai-collaborative-ensemble/
LOCATION:Atlas Arts Media\, 1806 W. Cuyler Ave.\, #3G\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="CHAI Collaborative Ensemble":MAILTO:chaicollaborative@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20191018T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Warsaw:20191018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20191001T174521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190929T204019Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s 3 Paderewskis Performed In Poland
DESCRIPTION:The 3 Paderewskis by composer Jenni Brandon and playwright Oliver Mayer is performed on Friday\, October 18\, 2019\, 7:00pm at the Aula Nova\, I.J. Paderewski Conservatory\, Swiety Marcin 87\, 61-808 in Poznan\, Poland. The performance is followed by Q&A with the artists that is open to the public. \nThe 3 Paderewskis\, a new opera by Jenni Brandon\, explores the life and work of composer and founder of the Polish nation\, Ignace Jan Paderewski. With book by University of Southern California professor and playwright Oliver Mayer and music by award-winning composer Jenni Brandon\, this work is expanded to 60 minutes. Commissioned by The Adam Mickiewicz Institute and Co-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland as part of the multi-annual program NIEPODLEGŁA 2017-2022. \nThis expanded work (originally a 40-minute version premiered in 2018) looks at three versions of the great Paderewski (one of them female) as they sift through a lifetime of memories far too large for any one person. Ignace the pianist/composer\, Jan the visionary statesman\, and Paderewski the viticulturist\, assess a lifetime of love and loss\, exile\, war and wine.  But when the ghost of Antonina\, their long-departed wife\, rejoins them\, memories become immediate with a vibrancy that sheds light on the depths of their endless love. This performance is part of a four-day festival celebrating Ignace Jan Paderewski. Of interest on: \n\nThursday\, October 17th at 11:00am is a Student and Faculty Workshop: University as a place of artistic development and promotion. USA-Poland comparison. Guests are: Carol Martin\, Oliver Mayer\, David Bridel\, Brian Kite\, Juli Hendren\, Andrzej Lesicki. Open to the public. The location: Collegium MAIUS\, ul. Fredry 10\, 61-701\nOn October 19th\, at 10:00am is a Young Artist Workshop at Teatr Muzyczny\, Poznan: Creating musical characters”. Guests: are Jenni Brandon \, Oliver Mayer\, Matthew Hardy\, and Brian Kite. This workshop is closed to the public.\n\nCast and Musicians: \nAntonina (Soprano): Keiko Clark \nIgnace (Mezzo-Soprano): Maria Dominique Lopez \nJan (Tenor): Todd Strange \nPaderewski (Baritone): Steve Pence \nSATB Polish Chorus of Teatr Muzyczny. Directed by Piotr Deptuch \nPiano Quartet (Violin\, Viola\, Cello\, Piano \nDirector: David Bridel \nStage Manger: Seira Murakami \nMusic Director and Conductor: Jenni Brandon \nProducer: Ian-Julian Williams \nCo-Producers: \n \nAdam Mickiewicz Institute \n  \n Kosciuszko Foundation \n          \nThis presentation is commissioned by the Adam Mickiewicz Institute and presented in collaboration with the Kosciuszko Foundation.  Co-financing is provided by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland as part of the multi-annual program NIEPODLEGŁA 2017-2022. This project was originally commissioned in cooperation with the Adam Mickiewicz Institute as part of the international cultural program POLSKA 100 accompanying Poland’s centenary of regaining independence. \nEvent Partners: \n \nConsulate General of the Republic of Poland in Los Angeles \n \nHelen Modjeska Art and Culture Club \n \nPOLAM – Federal Credit Union
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-three-paderewskis-performed-in-poland/
LOCATION:Aula Nova\, I.J. Paderewski Conservatory
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191015
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20191015T000811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T225643Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Starry Night” Performed by Virginia Costa Figueiredo On Her Award-Winning Album “Seule”
DESCRIPTION:  \nJenni Brandon’s “Starry Night”\, a three movement work\, is performed by Virginia Costa Figueiredo on her award-winning album “Seule”. Virginia  is a Los Angeles based clarinetist where she performs regularly as a freelancer and with local music ensembles. As a recording artist\, she has released two albums to critical acclaim: her debut solo album\, Seule\, was a 2018 Global Music Awards silver medalist\, while her 2014 album with The Divan Consort\, Refuge\, earned a first-round GRAMMY nomination in 2015 as well as a Global Music Awards gold medal. \nThe idea for her debut solo album “Seule” began in 2009 and came from the desire to explore music by Los Angeles composers and music by composers from her native country Portugal. It features works by American composers Jenni Brandon\, Daniel Kessner\, Ken Walicki\, Pamela Madsen\, David Lefkowitz\, and Portuguese composers; Clotilde Rosa\, and Maria de Lurdes Martins. \nStarry Night by Jenni Brandon\, Big Dog by Ken Walicki\, Riverly is the Moon by Pamela Madsen were all composed for and premiered by Virginia Figueiredo. Many of these works include extended clarinet techniques\, but it is their lyrical and expressive character that really shines through and features the beauty of music for clarinet alone. \nShe is an internationally active performer\, recording artist\, and educator. She has toured extensively throughout the United States\, Europe\, South America\, and Asia as a soloist and chamber musician\, and her performances have been featured on radio broadcasts in both Portugal and the United States. In Southern California\, she performs regularly with The Pacific Opera Project\, the Luso-American Duo\, and numerous other orchestras and chamber ensembles. \nStarry Night for Solo B flat clarinet is a three-movement work for solo B-flat clarinet that tells of the night skies and our fascination with what lies in them. Using poetry and texts from Gerard Manley Hopkins\, John Keats\, and Van Gogh (whose painting is also the inspiration for the title of this work)\, these movements tell of the stars as “fire-folk” and how the sight of stars can make us dream. \n\n The Starlight Night\nLook at the stars! look\, look up at the skies!\n\nO look at all the fire-folk sitting in the air! \nGerard Manley Hopkins (1844-1889) \n\n Bright Star!\n\nBright Star! Would I were steadfast as thou art- \nNot in lone splendor hang aloft the night! \nJohn Keats (1795-1821) \nIII. The Sight of Stars \nFor my part I know nothing with any certainty\, \nbut the sight of stars makes me dream. \nVincent van Gogh (1853-1890) \n  \nThis work was written for Virginia Costa Figueiredo\, premiered in February 2013\, and receives its premiere recording on her CD \n 
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-starry-night-performed-by-virginia-costa-figueiredo-on-her-award-winning-album-seule/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191012T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191012T213000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20190927T174501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T172039Z
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SUMMARY:3 Paderewskis Performed At The University of Southern California (USC)
DESCRIPTION:3 PADEREWSKIS by composer Jenni Brandon and librettist Oliver Mayer is performed on  Saturday\, October 12\, 2019\, 8:00 p.m at the University of Southern California (USC)\, Thornton School of Music\, Polish Music Center\, Alfred Newman Recital Hall ( campus map) \, 3616 Trousdale Pkwy\, Los Angeles\, CA. This performance is this years Paderewski Lecture Recital. \n3 PADEREWSKIS\, a new opera by Jenni Brandon\, explores the life and work of composer and founder of the Polish nation\, Ignace Jan Paderewski. With book by University of Southern California professor and playwright Oliver Mayer and music by award-winning composer Jenni Brandon\, this work is expanded to 60 minutes. Commissioned by The Adam Mickiewicz Institute and Co-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland as part of the multi-annual program NIEPODLEGŁA 2017-2022. \nAt his grave\, we meet three versions of Paderewski (one of them female): Ignacy the virtuoso pianist/composer\, Jan the politician/founder of the Polish nation\, and Paderewski the éminence grise/Paso Robles winemaker. Coming together and pulling apart\, sifting through a lifetime of memories far too large for any one person\, they summon the ghost of Antonina\, their beloved long-dead first wife. In so doing\, they summon the spirit of Poland itself. A compassionate opera about a man who changed the world not only through his music but through pure passion for life\, whose memory instructs our own moment of ​political and moral crisis.  This work is expanded from a 40 minute version premiered in 2018 to a one hour\, one-act opera) \nCast and Musicians:\nAntonina (Soprano): Katherine Powers\nIgnace (Mezzo-Soprano): Maria Dominique Lopez\nJan (Tenor): Todd Strange\nPaderewski (Baritone): Steve Pence\nSATB Chorus: Ariel Pisturino\, Omar Crook\, E. Scott Levin \nPiano Quartet (Violin\, Viola\, Cello\, Piano): Central4 Piano Quartet\nDirector: David Bridel\nStage Manger: Seira Murakami\nMusic Director and Conductor: Jenni Brandon\nProducer: Ian-Julian Williams\, Mark Seldis \nCo-Producers: Adam Mickiewicz Institute \n  \n Kosciuszko Foundation \nFounded in 1925\, the Kosciuszko Foundation promotes closer ties between Poland and the United States through educational\, scientific and cultural exchanges. It awards up to $1 million annually in fellowships and grants to graduate students\, scholars\, scientists\, professionals\, and artists\, and promotes Polish culture in America. The Foundation has awarded scholarships and provided a forum to Poles who have changed history. \nThe Adam Mickiewicz Institute is a national cultural institute\, whose mission is to build and communicate the cultural dimension of the Poland brand through active participation in international cultural exchange. The Institute has carried out cultural projects in 70 countries. As of early 2016\, the AMI has presented more than 5\,500 cultural events\, attracting an audience of more than 52 million on five continents. All of the Institute’s projects carry our flagship brand\, culture.pl. \nEvent Partners: \n \nConsulate General of the Republic of Poland in Los Angeles \n \nHelen Modjeska Art and Culture Club \n \nPOLAM – Federal Credit Union \n 
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/three-paderewskis-performed-at-the-university-of-southern-california-usc/
LOCATION:USC Alfred Newman Recital Hall\, 3616 Trousdale Pkwy\, Los Angeles\, 90089\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20190919T012700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T012700Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s CANE: Bassoon Concerto with Reed Quintet Performed By The Limitless Collective
DESCRIPTION:The Limitless Collective performs Jenni Brandon’s “CANE: Bassoon Concerto with Reed Quintet” for the National Association of Wind and Percussion Instructors National Conference (NACWPI) on October 11 – 13\, 2019. The Conference is at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls\, Iowa. The performance is at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center\, Great Hall\, 8392 University Ave.\, Cedar Falls\, Iowa\, on Saturday October 12th\, at 11:00am. \nThe first concerto of its kind\, Cane tells a dramatic story of one bassoon reed’s journey from its origins as raw\, organic cane\, to the final joy of playing on the finished reed. The colors of the reed quintet and the virtuosic solo bassoon intermingle in this through-composed piece to take the listener through this vivid experience. Rhythm\, lyrical lines\, extended techniques\, Afro-Cuban style music\, jazz and fugue join together to remind us that this is an organic process. From making reeds to making music\, we come together to create performance. Ever changing and ever evolving\, every reed and every performance is unique\, and Cane promises to tell this story in a powerful and exciting new way.\nThere are several sections in this through-composed work\, taking us on a journey that is the life of a bassoon reed:\nSplit: short and percussive\, like splitting cane\nGouge: Rhythmic\, steady and driving. Removing and leaving…\nShape\nProfile: Mechanical\, with a little bit of mischief\nForm: The cane becomes a reed (Internal/external sounds of transition)\nScrape: In the style of Afro-Cuban music\nPlaying the reed: Swing\, sassy; thoughtful\, reflective; with reverence; the reed plays…\nPremiered by the newly formed Limitless Collective\, an artistic collective of female musicians of highest caliber aimed at revolutionizing the dynamic between audience and creator.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-cane-bassoon-concerto-with-reed-quintet-performed-by-the-limitless-collective/
LOCATION:UNI Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center\, Great Hall\, 8392 University Ave\, Cedar Falls\, IA\, IA\, 50614-0801\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Limitless Collective":MAILTO:mailto:limitlesscollective7@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191011T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191011T213000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20191015T193257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191015T193257Z
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SUMMARY:“Shades of Violet” by Jenni Brandon Performed by Natalie Groom at The Outdoor Performance Series
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Shades of Violet” performed by Natalie Groom on October 11\, 2019 at 8:00pm in the Little Tavern Park\, 7413 Baltimore Ave\, College Park\, MD 20740-3207\, as part of the College Park City-University Partnership Outdoor Performance Series. This weekly outdoor performance series supports the vision of a sustainable\, walkable\, vibrant top-20 college town. It is a collaboration between the College Park City-University Partnership\, the University Office of Community Engagement\, College Park Arts Exchange\, the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center\, the University of Maryland’s School of Music\, and the City of College Park. \nNatalie Groom is a freelance clarinetist in Washington\, D.C. and substitute clarinetist of the Annapolis Symphony and Annapolis Opera. She is the artist-in-residence at Collington Retirement Community\, a Junior Board member of Washington Performing Arts\, and a volunteer for the Institute for Composer Diversity. This year she performed a joint concert with the Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet\, won a residency at Avaloch Farm Music Institute\, and opened for the National Symphony Orchestra. \nA teacher\, conductor\, and academic\, she has led the New Horizons clarinet choir and taught Rock and American Popular Music\, Business Communications\, and clarinet/saxophone lessons for Music for Life\, Tucson Summer Music\, Music & Arts\, and The Gregory School. She has published two event reports in the International Clarinet Association journal. \nThe title for Shades of Violet came about during a phone call with Jenni and Elizabeth Crawford – clarinet and Katrin Meidell – viola. They were discussing this new work and Elizabeth’s and Katrin’s ensemble’s name “Violet” and the phrase “shades of violet” was mentioned. Jenni loved this phrase and knew it would inspire the work\, plus pay homage to this new ensemble’s namesake! \nWhen Jenni started to research the color violet\, she found many interesting facts about this color. It is a “true” color in that it has its own set of wavelengths on the spectrum of visible light – between blue and invisible ultraviolet.  It also has a lot of other meanings throughout history\, encompassing spiritually\, emotions of love and passion\, and physical manifestations of the color.  Jenni wanted to portray these “shades of violet” not just from the color spectrum\, but what it has meant to people symbolically.  She made a list of what she found when she researched this color\, and many of these words or phrases that inspired her during the creation of this work appear as descriptions of sections in the score: \nMeditation \nInspiration \nImagination \nPassionate \nUnion of Body and Soul \nOriginal \nUnconditional love \nMental balance and stability \nDelicate \nCrown Chakra \nDignity \nCompassion \nVain \nExtravagance \nFlighty \nIn some ways this work is a love story – two instruments seeking passion\, inspiration\, union\, unconditional love.  We reach this union toward the end of the piece\, represented through the higher registers of both instruments– a push and pull of harmonies and shades of violet that Jenni thinks represent the complexities of what the color Violet represents.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/shades-of-violet-by-jenni-brandon-performed-by-natalie-groom-at-the-outdoor-performance-series/
LOCATION:Little Tavern Park College Park\, MD\, 7413 Baltimore Ave\, College Park\, MD\, 20740-3207\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190922T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20190417T235356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190417T235356Z
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SUMMARY:Dolci\, In Concert\, Presents Jenni Brandon’s “On Holt Ave”
DESCRIPTION:Dolci\, in concert\, presents Jenni Brandon’s “On Holt Ave”. Dolci’s free concert is presented by the Oboe-Piano Duo of Ted Rust and Viva Knight. The concert is appropriately titled: “Oboe and Piano Music of Our Place and Time”\, in the MLK\, Jr. Auditorium\, Santa Monica Main Library\, 601 Santa Monica Boulevard at 3:00 pm Sunday\, September 22\, 2019. Other composers featured in the concert are: John Steinmetz\, Bruce Babcock\, and Bill Douglas. \n“On Holt Avenue – for oboe and piano” is a fun\, light-hearted piece in four movements. Written for the oboist Jennifer Mitchell\, these pieces portray life ‘On Holt Avenue’ in Los Angeles\, California as told by the composer.  “On Holt Avenue” was performed during the International Double Reed Society Conference in Tokyo\, Japan in August 2015 with Aryn Day Sweeney on the oboe. \n\nMorning Coffee – a little bit of coffee to get the day going.\nThe Lemon Tree – a slow\, thoughtful movement with just a touch of jazz as the oboe and piano portray a lemon tree on a rainy day in Southern California.  A short haiku sets the mood of the piece:\n\n\nThe lemon tree waits-\nrain falls on outstretched branches-\nHow the lemons shine!\n\nIII. That Mockingbird… – a constant change of melody and rhythm depicts the mockingbird that sings each and every day outside of the composer’s window. \nIV. Daisies – Gerbera daisies are a favorite\, and these colorful flowers are portrayed by the oboe and piano in a touching yet sophisticated melodic landscape. \nThis work is published by Imagine Music.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/dolci-in-concert-presents-jenni-brandons-on-holt-ave/
LOCATION:MLK\, Jr. Auditorium\, 601 Santa Monica Boulevard \, Santa Monica Main Library\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190922T140000
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SUMMARY:Hillsdale College Faculty Woodwind Quintet Performs Music by Jenni Brandon
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s music performed by Hillsdale College Faculty Woodwind Quintet. This year\, the Hillsdale College faculty woodwind quintet is trying something new. Their fall concert\, which will be held at the Conrad Recital Hall on Sept. 22\, 2019 featured music pieces written by all female composers who lived within the past 200 years. They are Jenni Brandon\, Valeria Coleman\, Jennifer Higdon\, Maria Cambini\, and Hedwige Chrétien. \nThe woodwind quintet is composed of five adjunct instructors of music and includes Jaimie Wagner\, playing the flute; Liz Spector Callahan\, playing the oboe; Andrew Sprung\, playing the clarinet; Cynthia Duda\, playing the bassoon; and Alan Taplin\, playing the horn. \nHighlighting the work of a certain group because of the gender of its members isn’t something that often happens at Hillsdale. Cynthia Duda said “95% of pieces picked for large orchestras are composed by men\,” she said. “We wanted to do our part to get those female names out there.” Andrew Sprung said the performance would expose the audience to some hidden gems of the music world. \n“We’re making a point of acknowledging the accomplishments of women\,” Duda said. “Female composers are notoriously underrepresented everywhere\, and they just aren’t being played as often as they should be.”
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/hillsdale-college-faculty-woodwind-quintet-performs-music-by-jenni-brandon/
LOCATION:Hillsdale College\, 33 E College St\, Hillsdale\, MI\, 49242\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190916T213000
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CREATED:20190916T012316Z
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SUMMARY:Luna Nova Music performs Jenni Brandon’s Sequoia Trio and Multitudinous Stars and Spring Waters
DESCRIPTION:Luna Nova Music performed Jenni Brandon’s Sequoia Trio (Nobuko Igarashi\, clarinet; Michelle Vigneau\, oboe; Leah Cripps\, bassoon) and Multitudinous Stars and Spring Waters (Esther Gray Lemus\, soprano and Michelle Vigneau\, oboe) at the University of Memphis Harris Concert Hall\, September 16\, 2019\, at 7:30 p.m. The concert also featured Danse de la Chèvre (1921) by Arthur Honegger (1892–‐1955) and Mountain Songs for Flute and Guitar (1985) by Robert Beazer (b. 1954). \nLuna Nova Music supports performances of a wide range of twentieth century classics\, music of established living composers\, and premieres by emerging composers. With concerts\, masterclasses and private instruction\, Luna Nova Music maintains a strong commitment to the education of performers and listeners\, and to the cause of new music in educational institutions and beyond. \nJenni Brandon’s Sequoia Trio and Multitudinous Stars and Spring Waters are available on her website www.jennibrandon.com. \nEach movement of The Sequoia Trio (oboe\, clarinet\, bassoon sheet music) takes a quote about Sequoia trees from John Muir’s book The Yosemite and uses it to inspire the music. The opening waving pattern creates the gentle breeze as the growth of the tree starts in the bassoon\, moving through the clarinet and is carried all the way to the top of the tree through the oboe. Movement two is sassy and jazzy\, describing the kind of resilient attitude that young trees must maintain in order to survive. Movement three\, The Three Graces” plays on the idea of the three instruments in the ensemble and Muir’s own reference to Greek mythology. Finally\, in “The Noble Trees” the instruments play a hymn-like tribute to the largest living things on earth. The two “Tree Interludes” represent the individual voice of a tree and its story. Quotes taken from The Yosemite\, 1912 by John Muir. Text is in the public domain. \nMultitudinous Stars and Spring Waters represents a collection of women poets from a vast period of Chinese history. The poems in it come from the collection of poems “Women Poets of China”. This book\, edited and translated by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung\, explores poetry from many centuries both attributed to and written by women poets. \nThroughout the centuries Chinese women were not allowed to share their poetry. They were basically property of their husbands\, having no rights to money\, property\, or education. Poetry was written in secret\, often destroyed or shared only amongst other women. It has been just in the 20th century that Chinese women poets began to freely write and share their poetry. \nWithin this work are three main poems: \no Spring Song \no Thinking of Someone \no Married Love \nThese make up the larger picture of love and waiting\, sometimes with disappointment and grief\, of admiration\, of marriage and of eternal love. In between are selections\, almost like Haiku\, from the poem “Multitudinous Stars and Spring Waters” by Ping Hsin. These feel like fragments of thoughts; like what you’d think silently to yourself\, before and after the bigger declarations of the messages from the three larger poems. \nThematically\, all of the poems tie together. There are day and night themes (“Spring Song” moves into “Bright moon”). There’s the “ocean of thoughts” and the turbulent waters of the heart (“The orphan boat” and “Thinking of Someone”). And of course\, there is limitless\, eternal love\, like the night sky full of stars (“Void only” and “Married Love”). But the whole work is a love song – telling that age-old story of the push and pull of emotions that only love can cause. The soprano and oboe are equals in this intertwining duet in telling this love story. Both bring emotional weight to the work as they journey into eternal love as told through the final lines of the work: \nI am in your clay. You are in my clay. \nIn life we share a single quilt. \nIn death we will share one coffin. \nCommissioned by Dr. Amy Yeung of the University of Tennessee-Martin\, it was her vision of wanting to tell a love story through the voices of her culture that led to the creation of this work. Premiered by Dr. Yeung and Dr. Douglas Owens at the University of Tennessee-Martin in March 2018. Co-Commissioned by Esther Gray Lemus\, Soprano. \n“Spring Song” By Kenneth Rexroth\, from the original by Meng Chu\, translated by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung\, from Women Poets of China\, copyright ©1973 by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung. Reprinted by permission of New Directions Publishing Corp. \n“Multitudinous Stars and Spring Waters” from the original by Meng Chu\, translated by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung\, from Women Poets of China\, copyright ©1973 by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung. Reprinted by permission of New Directions Publishing Corp. \n“Thinking of Someone” from the original by Hsiung Hung\, translated by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung\, from Women Poets of China\, copyright ©1973 by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung. Reprinted by permission of New Directions Publishing Corp. \n“Married Love” By Kuan Tao-Sheng\, translated by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung\, from Women Poets of China\, copyright ©1973 by Kenneth Rexroth and Ling Chung. Reprinted by permission of New Directions Publishing Corp.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/luna-nova-music-performs-jenni-brandons-sequoia-trio-and-multitudinous-stars-and-spring-waters/
LOCATION:Harris Concert Hall\, University of Memphis\, 3775 Central Ave\, Memphis\, TN\, 38111\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Luna Nova":MAILTO:lunanovamusic@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200207
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “The Sequoia Trio” Performed at Multiple Venues by The Solidago Trio
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “The Sequoia Trio” performed at multiple venues by The Solidago Trio. The Solidago Trio is a newly established reed trio\, consisting of Dr. Thomas Pappas\, oboe; Dr. Lori Baruth\, clarinet; and Dr. David Oyen\, bassoon. They have performed together for the past few years as colleagues at Morehead State University and decided to form a professional trio the summer of 2019. Morehead State University is located at 150 University Blvd.\, Morehead\, KY 40351. Telephone number is 1-800-585-6781. \nThe performances for “The Spider Suite” are: \n2020 \nFebruary 6\, 3:45PM – Recital @ Kentucky Music Educators Association Conference\, Louisville\, KY. Program: Milhaud Suite d’Après Corrette\, Jacob Trio\, Jenni Brandon The Sequoia Trio \nJanuary 25\, 3:00PM – Recital @ Lexington Central Library\, Lexington\, KY. Program: Milhaud Suite d’Après Corrette\, Jacob Trio\, Jenni Brandon The Sequoia Trio\, Auric Trio \nJanuary 17\, 8:00PM – Special Concert for 2020 KMEA District 8 All-District Band @ Boyd County High School Auditorium\, Ashland\, KY. Program: Milhaud Suite d’Après Corrette\, Jacob Trio\, Jenni Brandon The Sequoia Trio \n2019 \nSeptember 15\, 3:00PM – Recital @ Morehead State University. Program: Ibert Cinq Pièces en Trio\, Milhaud Suite d’Après Corrette\, Jacob Trio\, Jenni Brandon The Sequoia Trio \nJenni said “I had returned from a trip to Sequoia National Park in July of 2008 and was inspired by the great trees. I knew that these would be the basis for the new work\, and in searching for a voice of these great trees I turned to the words of John Muir for inspiration.” \nEach movement of the six movements of The Sequoia Trio (oboe\, clarinet\, bassoon sheet music)takes a quote about Sequoia trees from John Muir’s book The Yosemite and uses it to inspire the music. The opening waving pattern creates the gentle breeze as the growth of the tree starts in the bassoon\, moving through the clarinet and is carried all the way to the top of the tree through the oboe. Movement two is sassy and jazzy\, describing the kind of resilient attitude that young trees must maintain in order to survive. “The Three Graces” plays on the idea of the three instruments in the ensemble and Muir’s own reference to Greek mythology. Finally\, in “The Noble Trees” the instruments play a hymn-like tribute to the largest living things on earth. The two “Tree Interludes” represent the individual voice of a tree and its story. \nThis piece was written during Jenni’s composer residency with the Vientos Trio during 2008-2009. \nBuy “The Sequoia Trio” at this link. Jenni’s website is (https://jennibrandon.com).
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-the-sequoia-trio-performed-at-multiple-venues-by-the-solidago-trio/
LOCATION:IL
ORGANIZER;CN="Solidago":MAILTO:https://www.facebook.com/solidagoreedtrio/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260514T015337
CREATED:20190823T195950Z
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon's "Great Sand Dunes" Performed At The Sustain Music Project: Music + Yoga
DESCRIPTION:The Sustain Music Project invites you to experience Music + Yoga\, led by Dikla Kafka. \nIn a traditional yoga class\, the focus is on the senses – how to ground yourself as you respond to how your body feels\, as you soften your gaze inwards\, and as you empty your mind of extraneous thoughts. This one-of-a-kind class will feature live music for flute and marimba and will focus on the sense of listening. We want to connect to the music and let it guide the movements we make. Beginning with J.S. Bach and Franz Schubert and journeying through newer music written in the 20th and 21st centuries e.g. Jenni Brandon’s “Great Sand Dunes”\, the class will follow the arc of the music through pranayama (breathing)\, flow\, seated poses\, and shavasana. \nJohann Sebastian Bach – Sonata in E major (movement 3)\nFranz Schubert – Standchen\nJenni Brandon – Great Sand Dunes\nGareth Farr – Kembang Suling\nElizabeth Brown – Arcana\nRobert Honstein – An Economy of Means \nGreat Sand Dunes\,  for Flute and Marimba\, tells the story of the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in Colorado.  Boasting the largest sand dunes in North America\, this diverse landscape is portrayed by the colors and timbres of the flute and marimba. This work is in one movement with sections: \nI. Star Dune – Main Dune Mass: The largest dune in the park\, the Star Dune is grand and holds ancient secrets of a landscape changed by wind and water. You’ll hear the “jet whistle” effect in the flute representing the wind blowing across the dunes. There’s a section here called “Bounce and Splash – the whole dune moves” as wind and water constantly shift the shape and topography of this monolithic dune. As the dunes “slip” or sand begins to slide and move in large quantities\, there is a loud booming noise\, or what sounds like the dunes singing\, represented by a low rumbling pitch in the marimba\, and harmonics in the flute. \nII. Sabkha: Salt Flat – Star Dune gives way into this solo movement for the flute. More techniques including the jet whistle\, key clicks\, and whisper tones represent the ghostly and empty white salt plain where sand becomes cemented together. Unique creatures such as shore birds and amphibians make their homes here. \nIII. Sand – Truly the sand in the park is its own unique character. Moving\, sliding\, blowing\, and swirling\, there is a constant feeling of dancing and metamorphosis\, and this movement dances as the grains shift and change. \nIV. Stream: Surge Flow – this phenomenon is unique to this park and only happens a few other places in the world. During the spring and early summer\, water will flow over a smooth creek bed with a fairly seep gradient.  Small sand dams form\, and when the water backs up behind it\, the dam will break and send out waves.  In this movement\, the water flows and surges through the rolling in the marimba\, with the flute joining in to break through the dam and create these waves unique to the park. \nV. The Great Sand Dunes: A Closed System – our themes of the work return\, from dancing grains\, to the jet whistle representing the wind across the dunes. The work finishes with Fast! Flying through the air and the closed system of the Great Sand Dunes creates an ever-changing cycle of wind\, water\, and sand. \nThis work was premiered during the 2018 LunART Festival in Madison\, Wisconsin by Iva Ugrčić – flute and Matthew Coley – marimba. \nAfterwards there will be a time to reflect on the class and connect with other participants through an hour of wine tasting featuring three wines from the local Kirkland winery Northwest Cellars: a Chardonnay\, a rose (Leggiero)\, and a red (Fortissimo). \nTicket price includes a 75-minute yoga class with live music and three tasting glasses of wine. No prior yoga experience required – please bring your own mat. \nTo contact Jenni Brandon\, complete the following form. \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n					\n						\n							\n							\n						\n						\n						\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n										\n										\n									\n									\n										\n										\n									\n								\n							\n						\n						\n							\n								\n									\n									\n										\n									\n									\n									\n								\n							\n						\n					\n				\n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			 \n	\n\n\nMessage\n\n \n			\n				\n					\n						\n						\n						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n	\n	\n\n				\n					\n				\n						Submit
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-great-sand-dunes-performed-at-the-sustain-music-project-music-yoga/
LOCATION:RESONANCE AT SOMA TOWERS\, 288 106th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Live Music Project":MAILTO:megan@livemusicproject.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190724T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190724T190000
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SUMMARY:Hyon Suk Kim Performs Jenni Brandon’s “Stardust” At ClarinetFest 2019
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Stardust” performed by Hyon Suk Kim At ClarinetFest 2019 in Knoxville\, Tennessee on July 24\, 2019 at 5:00 PM. Hyon Suk Kim recently moved from South Korea to Regina and joined the Regina Symphony Orchestra\, Regina\, SK Canada as a Principal Clarinetist. Previously Hyon Suk Kim was the principal clarinetist with the Daejeon Philharmonic Orchestra\, Daejeon\, Korea. She studied at McGill University\, Yale University\, and Northwestern University. \nClarinetFest 2019 is held at the Natalie L. Haslam Music Center\, Student Union Building\, and Alumni Memorial Building\, 1408 Middle Drive on the campus of the University of Tennessee. The conference will feature performances by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra and the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra among others. \n \n“Stardust” for solo E-flat Clarinet\, commissioned by clarinetist Elizabeth Crawford in 2014\, explores the lyrical and jazzy abilities of this instrument\, turning to popular songs of the 20’s and 30’s as inspiration.  I grew up playing and singing much of this repertoire at the piano\, learning a lot about writing melody from this incredible era of songwriting.  Each movement of this work plays with these popular themes\, sometimes using an interval\, a few notes\, or a line from within the work as inspiration\, allowing the E-Flat clarinet to shine by playing with range\, color\, and extended techniques.  I also liked the idea of linking pieces together that spoke of stars and the moon – a popular theme of this era! \nA Love of My Own – Inspired by “Blue Moon” by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart\, 1934. The title comes from a line within the work\, and the melodic material comes from the opening “Blue Moon\, you saw me standing alone…” \nInto the Blue Sky – inspired by “Blue Skies” by Irving Berlin\, 1926. The smooth\, flowing line in this movement comes from the opening melodic line of the song “Blue skies\, smiling at me.” The movement flies higher and higher “into the blue sky” until we fly too close to the sun (like Icarus) and fall from great heights. \nIII. A Paper Moon – Inspired by “It’s Only a Paper Moon” by Harold Arlen\, 1933.  The opening of Arlen’s song begins with an octave leap\, and this becomes a prominent motive throughout.  The timbral trills create a shimmering light of the moon\, and listen for direct snippets of Arlen’s song\, from the descending lines\, to the swing section in the middle of the piece. \nA Stardust Melody – Inspired by Hoagy Carmichael’s song Stardust\, 1927\, with lyrics added in 1929 by Mitchell Parish. Carmichael wrote this song while a student at Indiana University in Bloomington. The clarinet work explores the melodic line “Love is now the stardust of yesterday” in the opening\, and mixes in swing-style rhythms as a homage to the works of this era. \nIt was an honor to write this piece for Elizabeth Crawford. She premiered the work during the Clarimania Festival in Wrocław\, Poland in April 2015. \nStardust for solo E-flat clarinet now appears on the CD INSTANT WINNERS – Albany Records\, recorded by Elizabeth Crawford.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/hyon-suk-kim-performs-jenni-brandons-stardust-at-clarinetfest-2019/
LOCATION:University of Tennesse at Knoxville
ORGANIZER;CN="ClarinetFest 2019":MAILTO:operations@clarinet.org
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