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TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190323T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190323T160000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190317T174924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T011113Z UID:2468-1553351400-1553356800@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Colored Stones for solo bassoon” Performed at Arizona State University DESCRIPTION:Leon Jin presents Jenni Brandon’s “Colored Stones for solo bassoon” in a bassoon recital in partial fulfillment of his Master of Music in Performance degree requirements March 23\, 2019\, 2:30 to 4:00 PM\, in the Music Building\, Katzin Concert Hall\, Arizona State University\, 50 Gammage Parkway\, Tempe\, Arizona 85281. Student degree recitals are subject to cancellation. Before making a special trip\, please check the School of Music event hotline\, 480-965-8863 for up-to-date information. \nColored Stones for solo bassoon tells the story of three stones: smoky quartz\, lapis lazuli\, and tiger’s eye. Some cultures and spiritual practices believe these stones have powerful qualities such as the ability to heal\, protect\, and offer spiritual guidance. The bassoon explores these beautiful stones’ unique qualities. \nIt is an honor to be chosen as the winner of the 2014 Bassoon Chamber Music Composition Competition and to have this work premiered by Susan Nelson. This work is available for purchase through Imagine Music Publishing. \nSmoky Quartz – An incredibly grounding stone\, this smoky brown stone transforms and diffuses negative energy. The bassoon changes from a sense of grounding to playfulness\, exploring this balance of energy. In the end\, it always finds its way back to telling the story of the grounding quality of the stone. \nLapis Lazuli- Prized for its colors\, this deep blue stone was used by kings and queens in paintings and ceremonial robes. Believed to help foster truthful expression and communication\, it supports the immune system and brings peace. The bassoon explores the luxurious blue color\, mixing in flashes of gold found in the stone. \nTiger’s Eye – Tiger’s eye\, a golden brown to deep red stone\, is very grounding and can bring luck and ward off evil. The bassoon is sometimes “protective and seeing\,” moving quickly to remove the look of the “evil eye” and other times moving dreamily through an ancient landscape of protective energy. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-colored-stones-for-solo-bassoon-performed-at-arizona-state-university/ LOCATION:Katzin Concert Hall\, 50 East Gammage Pkwy\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190323T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190327T130000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190327T232428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T233047Z UID:2541-1553342400-1553691600@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Wildflower Trio” Performed by Erika Qureshi DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Wildflower Trio” performed by Erika Qureshi  at the University of Utah\, Dumke Recital Hall\, 1375 E Presidents Circle\, Room 204\, Salt Lake City Utah\, 84112\, (801) 581-6762 on March 23\, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. This performance of the “Wildflower Trio” is part Ms. Qureshi’s DMA recital. Accompanying her is Jessica Wiley\, Bassoon; Aaron Stoddard\, Cello; Alex Marshall\, Harpsichord and Piano; and Carmen Hall\, Piano. Her recital consists of compositions by Jenni Brandon\, as well as Johann Sebastian Bach\, Stanislas Verroust\, and Johann Nepomuk Hummel. \n“The Wildflower Trio”\, for oboe\, bassoon\, and piano\, was commissioned in 2004 by the College of Fine Arts of the University of Texas at Austin to honor and celebrate the life and environmental work of Lady Bird Johnson. The inspiration for the piece came from a poetry book written by one of Mrs. Johnson’s friends\, Bette Woolsey Castro. Her book\, The Wildflower\, was inspired by the opening of Lady Bird’s Wildflower Research Center in Austin\, Texas\, and contains a collection of poems about wildflowers and nature. \nThe five movements of The Wildflower Trio for oboe\, bassoon\, and piano (oboe\, bassoon\, piano sheet music) are based on the imagery from several of these poems. The beautiful combination of the oboe\, bassoon\, and piano lend themselves to creating distinct colors and sounds that represent the wildflowers\, hummingbirds\, and summer afternoons in quiet gardens. The movements are: \n\nWildflowers\nWild Rose and Butterfly\nThe Hummingbird\nIndian Paintbrush\nSummer Garden\n\nJenni had the honor and privilege of composing this piece for two fine musicians to premiere. Rebecca Henderson-oboe\, and Kristin Wolfe Jensen-bassoon\, have performed this piece around the world with a variety of pianists\, including at the International Double Reed Society Conference in Melbourne\, Australia in June 2004 as well as for Mrs. Johnson at her Wildflower Center in Austin\, Texas. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-wildflower-trio-performed-by-erika-qureshi/ LOCATION:Dumke Recital Hall\, University of Utah\, School of Music\, David Gardner Hall\, 1375 E Presidents Circle\, Room 204\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84112\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20190318T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20190318T210000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190317T024425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190317T024425Z UID:2458-1552937400-1552942800@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Staci Spring Performs Jenni Brandon’s Sequoia Trio DESCRIPTION:Staci Spring and the No One Two Reed Trio performs Jenni Brandon’s “Sequoia Trio” March 18\, 2019 7:30 PM at Chattanooga State Community College\, in the Humanities Theater. No One Two Reed Trio is a Chattanooga State faculty chamber ensemble consisting of flutist Cindy Solfest-Wallis\, clarinetist Nicholas Hartline\, and bassoonist Staci Spring. The recital will feature solo and ensemble works with a “spring” theme. Alan Nichols will assist on piano. \nA native of Chattanooga\, TN\, Staci A. Spring returned to the Scenic City in 2016 to continue a versatile career as a professional bassoonist\, music educator\, and arts administrator. In addition to her role as Education & Community Engagement Manager for the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera\, she performs frequently as an orchestral and chamber musician\, maintains a private bassoon studio\, and teaches bassoon at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga\, Chattanooga State Community College\, and the Tennessee Governor’s School for the Arts. Other activities include serving as the Competition Director for the Meg Quigley Vivaldi Competition; a unique international event with the mission of supporting the careers of young women bassoonists. Spring is a doctoral candidate in Bassoon Performance at the University of North Texas. \nShe earned dual Master of Music degrees in Historical Musicology and Bassoon Performance from The Florida State University and completed her undergraduate studies at Brevard College in North Carolina. \nEach movement of “The Sequoia Trio” 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. \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.” \nTree Interlude One \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. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/staci-spring-performs-jenni-brandons-sequoia-trio/ LOCATION:Chattanooga State College\, 4501 Amnicola Hwy\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37406\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190316 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20201109T223642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T223642Z UID:11408-1552608000-1552694399@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Composer Jenni Brandon Collaborates with Chamber Ensembles DESCRIPTION:As part of the College of Communication & Fine Arts (CFA)\, Visiting Artist and Lecture Series\, in the Department of Music\, composer Jenni Brandon came to Loyola Marymount University (LMU) in March 2019 to work with students in the Chamber Music Ensembles Class. Chance Yagi\, Cole Scanlon\, Jade Sundstrom and Charles Berg performed Brandon’s Sea Quartet for oboe\, clarinet\, bassoon and piano at the Spring Chamber Music Concert in April. \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. \nDuring the session at LMU\, the students gained insight into the compositional process and learned about the origin and inspiration for the piece. The session was lively and interactive\, culminating in an exploration of a new dimension in the music. \n“By adding an aleatoric element (an opportunity for the performers to determine what pitches and rhythms to play within the given parameters) not originally in the score\, Brandon and the student performers collaborated to create a more impactful realization of the programmatic music evoking swirling and joyful ocean waves\,” said Dr. Tania Fleischer\, director of the LMU Chamber Ensembles. \nSea Quartet for oboe\, clarinet\, bassoon\, and piano (sheet music). – This magical place brings to us the beauty of the sea\, from the creatures that call it home to the delicate coral reefs and fragile ecosystems that depend on the balance of the sea for their survival. \nThis piece uses each of the instruments to tell the story of the sea in various sections\, from the playful waves to a “watery waltz;” from the “gentle pulse of the wave\,” to the clarinet’s “moonlight” solo. The relative calmness of the sea finally begins to break as the waves move faster and faster\, creating a “wild\, frothy frenzy” at the end of the piece. At this point the instruments joyfully crash over one another\, and we are left with the feeling of the power and excitement of the sea. \nCommissioned by the L.A. Musical Salon as part of my composer residency with the Vientos Trio during 2008-2009 and written specifically for a premiere at the L.A. Musical Salon with Rose Chen on March 7\, 2009\, I believe that a quote from the poem The Secret of the Sea by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow gives a wonderful impression of what this piece is truly all about: \n“Till my soul is full of longing \nFor the secret of the sea\, \nAnd the heart of the great ocean \nSends a thrilling pulse through me.” URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/composer-jenni-brandon-collaborates-with-chamber-ensembles/ LOCATION:Loyola Marymount University\, WESTCHESTER MAIN CAMPUS 1 LMU Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90045\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190312T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190312T210000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190316T202221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190316T203351Z UID:2445-1552419000-1552424400@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Three Desert Fables for Solo Oboe” Performed by Jennifer Cavanaugh DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Cavanaugh (oboe)\, Margaret Baldridge (violin) and Christopher Hahn (piano) performed Jenni Brandon’s “Three Desert Fables for solo oboe” March 12\, 2019\, 7:30 PM at the University of Montana\, Music Recital Hall – 975 Maurice Ave\, Missoula\, MT 59812\, USA. \nDr. Jennifer Gookin Cavanaugh\, oboist and Professor of Music (Double Reeds & Theory)\, joined the School of Music faculty at the University of Montana in August of 2009. Dr. Cavanaugh is proud to be a Yamaha Performing Artist. She is frequently invited to perform solo and chamber music recitals throughout the United States\, and she is currently the principal English horn player with the Missoula Symphony Orchestra. She regularly performs principal oboe and/or English horn duties with organizations such as the String Orchestra of the Rockies and the Yakima Symphony Orchestra. While a faculty member\, at Central Michigan University\, Dr. Cavanaugh was a member of the Powers Woodwind Quintet. \nThree 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 of 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. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-three-desert-fables-for-solo-oboes-performed-by-jennifer-cavanaugh/ LOCATION:University of Montana\, Music Recital Hall\, 975 Maurice Ave\, Missoula\, MT\, 59812\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190308T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190308T183000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190406T000928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190406T000928Z UID:2589-1552064400-1552069800@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:World Premiere of CANE: Bassoon Concerto with Reed Quintet in Ithaca\, New York DESCRIPTION:The world premiere of CANE: Bassoon Concerto with Reed Quintet took place in Ithaca\, New York\, Friday\, March 8th (International Women’s Day)\, 2019 in St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and is the 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: \n\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…\n\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. \nDetails:\nWhen: Friday\, March 8th (International Women’s Day)\, 2019\nTime: 5pm\nHosted by Opus Ithaca and the Ithaca College Alliance of Women in Music\nWhere: Sanctuary of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church\, 402 North Aurora Street\, Ithaca\, NY  14850\, corner of Court and Aurora Street \nExecutive Board of Limitless Collective \n\n\n\nJenni Brandon (b. 1977) is an award-winning composer\, conductor\, and mezzo-soprano who enjoys engaging with performers and audiences\, travelling around the country 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. \nJenni’s new opera THREE PADEREWSKIS with book by USC professor Oliver Mayer is the winner of the 2017 Paderewski Cycle sponsored by the Adam Mickiewicz Institute of Poland. Premiered in November 2018\, this 40 minute work for 8 singers and piano quartet is being developed into a full length show. Upcoming commissions and performances include a bassoon concerto for bassoonist Christin Schillinger\, a work for mezzo-soprano\, bassoon\, and harp for bassoonist Darrel Hale\, and a solo oboe work for Lindabeth Binkley to record on a new CD featuring Jenni’s chamber music. \nRecordings of her works appear on 17 CDs on the Delos\, Albany\, Centaur\, MSR Classics\, Blue Griffin\, Siegfried’s Call\, and Longhorn labels.  Her works are published and distributed by Boosey & Hawkes\, Santa Barbara Music Publishing\, Graphite Publishing\, TrevCo Music Publishing\, Imagine Music\, J.W. Pepper\, and Jenni Brandon Music.  Visit www.jennibrandon.com. \n\n\n\nHailed as a “soloist\, teacher\, and force of nature” by The Double Reed (Journal of the International Double Reed Society)\, bassoonist Christin Schillinger 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) \nSchillinger works closely with living composers. Her newest solo album\, Bassoon Unbounded (2018)\, highlights works from the 21st Century written in her dedication. Her prior solo albums\, Bassoon Transcended (2013) and Bassoon Surrounded (2009)\, produced for MSR Classics by Swineshead Productions\, include world-premiere recordings of new works. Collaborative composers remark on her “natural interpretation” and “perfect musical choices.” \nTo facilitate the demands of 21st-century compositions\, Schillinger researches reed-making consistency. Her 2016 book\, Bassoon Reed Making (Indiana University Press) details current and historic trends in this field. Schillinger’s groundbreaking research extends to guest lectures and residencies throughout the United States and Europe. \nSchillinger is an active performer\, lecturer\, and writer. She has published numerous articles\, and appears regularly throughout the United States and Europe. In addition\, Schillinger co-hosted the 2012 Annual Conference of the International Double Reed Society and inaugural IDRS Teen Camp\, the Bassoon Sessions Orchestral Festival\, and is the founder of fEMPOWER social platform for female bassoonists. \nSchillinger is currently on faculty at Ithaca College in New York. 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 under the guidance of Bob Barris\, Barrick Stees\, Michael Kroth\, Albie Micklich\, and Jeffrey Lyman.\n\n\nCritics have described oboist Lindabeth Binkley’s playing as a “classic triumph of lightness\, delicacy\, and expressiveness.”  She has held positions with the Colorado Symphony\, Arizona Opera\, Central City Opera\, and performed as the Principal Oboist of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra from 1998 to 2009. Originally from Michigan\, Dr. Binkley holds degrees from Central Michigan University\, The University of Colorado at Boulder and the University of Arizona. Her primary oboe teachers include Roger Rehm\, Peter Cooper\, and Dr. Neil Tatman. \nDr. Binkley is Associate Professor of Oboe at Central Michigan University (Mt. Pleasant\, MI) and Principal Oboist of the Flint Symphony Orchestra (Flint\, MI).  Since moving to Michigan\, has been active throughout the state in performances with the Ann Arbor Symphony\, Lansing Symphony\, Saginaw Bay Symphony\, Midland Symphony\, Traverse City Symphony\, Jackson Symphony\, West Michigan Symphony\, and Lexington Bach Festival.. \nA passionate advocate for chamber music\, Dr. Binkley was Artistic Director of the critically acclaimed St. Andrew’s Bach Society (Tucson\, AZ)\, a summer chamber music concert series\, from 2007-2011. She also performs regularly with the Powers Woodwind Quintet\, a CMU faculty ensemble\, and the Flint Symphony Wind Quintet\, an ensemble of the principal wind players from the Flint Symphony Orchestra. \nDr. Binkley performs on a Royal oboe made by F. Lorée (Paris).\n\n\n Canadian clarinetist Jana Starling is a nationally and internationally active performer and teacher.  In addition to her 2 solo CDs\, Inflexion and Mythos\, she is involved in numerous collaborative recordings and commissions.  Starling is a regularly invited artist/teacher at various festivals and institutions in China\, South America\, Canada and the US.  She teaches at the International Music Camp-Peace Gardens and is a co-founder of the Lift Clarinet Academy\, an innovative summer program in Colorado. She is the E-flat clarinetist with the trio\, Ironwood Trio.  In 2011\, she joined the Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University\, London\, Ontario. She previously held positions at Arizona State University (USA) and Mount Allison University (NB\, Canada).  Her teachers have been Ron Goddard\, Connie Gitlin and Robert Spring.\n\n\nNicki Roman is the most recent first prize winner of the North American Saxophone Alliance (NASA) Solo Competition\, the most prestigious saxophone competition in the United States. She has been a prize winner at the Music Teacher’s National Association Young Artist Solo Competition\, William C. Byrd International Competition\, and is the first saxophonist to be the recipient of the International Kate Neal Kinley Memorial Fellowship. Her research on the music of Bruno Mantovani has been presented at national and international conferences\, including the most recent World Saxophone Congress in Zagreb\, Croatia. Nicki is a member of the Fuego Quartet\, gold medalists in the 44th annual Fischoff Competition and recorded their debut album under Parma Recordings\, set to be released in April 2019. A strong advocate for new music\, Nicki has collaborated with the Møthertung Ensemble\, [Switch~ Ensemble]\, Ossia New Music and the Illinois Modern Ensemble. \nDr. Roman is the newly appointed Visiting Assistant Professor of Saxophone at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. At UWM\, she teaches applied saxophone\, coaches chamber music\, and is the director of the UWM Saxophone Ensemble. She recently earned her Doctor of Musical Arts Degree at the Eastman School of Music where she held the coveted position of Assistant Director of the Eastman Saxophone Project. Nicki is Conn-Selmer and Vandoren Performing Artist.\n\n\nClarinetist Elizabeth Crawford is Professor of Music Performance at Ball State University. A member of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra for ten years\, she has also worked with numerous orchestras throughout the United States\, including the Indianapolis Symphony. While living in the United Kingdom from 2002-2005\, she performed extensively with virtually all of the major orchestras and recorded at Abbey Road and for the BBC. Dr. Crawford has performed and given classes throughout the United States\, Europe\, New Zealand and South Africa and is an active member of the International Clarinet Association. \nA proponent of music for E-flat clarinet\, she has commissioned solo works for the instrument by Jenni Brandon and Scott McAllister. Her editions of the complete works for E-flat and piano by Giuseppe Cappelli are available from Potenza Music and her CD\, Instant Winners\, a compilation of 20th and 21st century music by American composers for E-flat clarinet\, was released on the Albany Records label in September 2018. \nIn addition\, Elizabeth performs frequently with violist Dr. Katrin Meidell. Violet. Their ensemble\, Violet\, has commissioned over 100 works for clarinet and viola\, and their CD\, Violet\, was released in February 2019 on the Albany Records label.\n\n\nMarybeth Minnis is the Assistant Director of the School of Music and Assistant Professor of Bassoon at Central Michigan University. She has been Principal Bassoonist of the Saginaw Bay Orchestra since 1985 and frequently performs with the Midland Symphony\, and other area orchestras.  An active chamber musician she performs and tours with the Powers Woodwind Quintet.  Professor Minnis has performed and/or presented at several International Double Reed Society Conferences\, TMEA (Texas Music Educators Association)\, the Michigan Music Conference\, regional CBDNA Conferences\, and the Midwest Band and Orchestra Conference in Chicago. She received degrees from Central Michigan University (BME) and the University of Michigan (Masters in Bassoon Performance).  Her teachers include Lewis Hugh Cooper and Robert Barris. \nMaryBeth Minnis can be heard on Flights of Fancy\, (Centaur Records 2603\,) Bremen Town Musicians\, (Centaur Records 2774\,) Gems for Woodwind Quintet\, (White Pine Music\,) The Clarinet Chamber Music of Alvin Etler (Centaur Records\,) and Hidden Gems for Woodwind Quintet\, (Centaur Records).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/world-premiere-of-cane-bassoon-concerto-with-reed-quintet-in-ithaca-new-york/ LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Methodist Church\, 402 N. Aurora St\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Opus Ithaca and the Ithaca College Alliance of Women in Music":MAILTO:info@opusithaca.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190302T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190302T210000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190211T011920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190211T011920Z UID:2291-1551555000-1551560400@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Love Songs for Oboe and Soprano” is performed by the Bellingham Chamber Music Society DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s  “Love Songs for Oboe and Soprano” is performed by the Bellingham Chamber Music Society. The performance is on Saturday\, March 2\, 2019 7:30 Pm 9:00 Pm at First Congregational Church Of Bellingham’ 2401 Cornwall Avenue\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225 \nBellingham Chamber Music Society celebrates Women’s History Month by highlighting the works of 20th and 21st century American women composers for soprano and chamber ensemble. Soloist Sherrie Kahn\, supported by some of Bellingham’s best women musicians\, will perform a program of new and old works by American women. The program includes: “Love Songs for Oboe and Soprano” by Jenni Brandon\,  Duo for Oboe and Clarinet by Marion Bauer\, “Shakespeare Songs” by Lesley Sommer\, “Lullaby of the Whippoorwill\,” “Nest Egg Trio” and “The Cuckoo and the Cowbird” by Sarah Mattox\, Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird for soprano\, flute and piano by Louise Talma. Featuring Sherrie Kahn\, soprano; and friends! \nLove Songs\, Jenni said “are the texts – translations of Native American words – I chose to tell a story of the Native American woman – a story that she might tell to her child while she rocked the child to sleep. It is a story that I feel can be universally understood\, but points to the strength of not only the Native American woman\, but to the strength of all women to persevere\, to raise children and to keep community strong against all odds.  It is a “love song” in that it goes beyond just romantic love but tells of love for a child and love of the land. Love Songs was premiered at Ball State University by Aryn Day Sweeney-oboe and Yoko Shimazaki-Kilburn-soprano in March 2014. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-love-songs-for-oboe-and-soprano-is-performed-by-the-bellingham-chamber-music-society/ LOCATION:First Congregational Church Of Bellingham\, 2401 Cornwall Avenue\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Bellingham Chamber Music Society":MAILTO:BellinghamChamberMusic@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20190223T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20190223T220000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190211T001738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190211T002324Z UID:2276-1550952000-1550959200@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:German Performance of Jenni Brandon's Sun Songs DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Sun Songs” performed by Barig Nalbantian\, a German Soprano\, and two colleagues at the German-American Institute\, Tuebingen\, DE. “Sun Songs” is part of a performance titled “On Being a Stranger” held on February 22-23\, 2019 at 8:00 PM\, on First Floor of the German-American Institute\, Tuebingen. \nFremdSein (On Being A Stranger) Reloaded Are intimate and humorous reflections on assimilation with Barig Nalbantian and Penelope Pinson.  What happens when two women\, who left behind their two very different worlds in the United States\, produce two acts of touching\, sometimes amusing reflections on their 18-year assimilation in Germany? 15 years after the huge success of the original performance in 2003\, Barig Nalbantian and Penny Pinson take another look at their FremdSein in Tübingen. FremdSein Reloaded features music of Armenia\, America and Germany arranged and written by Barig Nalbantian\, Soprano\, Penelope Pinson\, former Modern Dancer and Pianist Bert Klein \nJenni said “In “Sun Songs” I brought these texts together to honor the Native Americans who were here first and who appreciated the Earth and all it provides for us.” This work was commissioned by Definiens on the occasion of their 10th anniversary as a new music ensemble dedicated to presenting new music with special guest soprano Tony Arnold. \nThe text for Sun Songs comes from translated text of the North American Indians. These particular texts come from three different tribes – the Nootka North American Indians who lived on the seaward coast of Vancouver Island\, Canada and the Olympic Peninsula of Washington state\, the Papago Indians (or the Tohono O’odham Indians) of Arizona and the Sonoran Desert\, and the Havasupai People of the Grand Canyon. These various texts were used in ceremonies to bring good weather\, and to ask the sun to help grow the land\, and to call upon the powers of nature. \nI thought these three texts fit together well in telling a story of honoring the sun and nature for what it does\, from bringing beautiful colors to the sky to giving us food and life. We should learn from their lessons in giving thanks and caring for the land and continue to practice this before it is too late to save our planet. \nThis work was commissioned by Definiens on their 10th anniversary as a new music ensemble dedicated to presenting new music with special guest soprano Tony Arnold. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/german-performance-of-jenni-brandons-sun-songs/ LOCATION:German-American Institute\, Tuebingen\, First floor Karlstr. 3 · 72072\, Tübingen\, Baden-Württemberg\, Germany ORGANIZER;CN="German-American Institute%2C Tuebingen":MAILTO:mail@dai-tuebingen.de END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190112T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190112T150000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190110T024848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T235434Z UID:2168-1547298000-1547305200@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni’s “Compostela”\, For Solo Bassoon\, West Coast's Premiere Is At The Meg Quigley Bassoon Symposium DESCRIPTION:The West Coast premiere of Jenni Brandon’s work\, “Compostela” occurs at the Colburn School of Music \, Meg Quigley Vivaldi Competition and Bassoon Symposium. The performance\, by bassoonist Eric Van der Veer Varner\, is on Saturday\, January 12\, 2019 at 1:00 pm in Thayer Hall\, 200 S Grand Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA 90012. \n“Compostela” was originally commissioned by bassoonist Eric Van der Veer Varner.  It premiered in August 2018 in Granada\, Spain at the International Double Reed Society (IDRS) Convention.  “Compostela” 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. 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.  In one movement\, this work has several sections that highlight the journey along the way. \nJenni will also lead several classes of Yoga for Musicians: Balancing Practice\, Performance\, and Personal Life in Zipper Hall.  Jenni is a E-RYT 500\, RPYT\, Certified Pelvic Floor Yoga Teacher.  A regular yoga and meditation practice integrates the mind\, body\, and spirit\, creating a deeper connection to our self. It can also help manage the physical and mental demands of a musical career\, and help find balance between professional and personal lives. No previous yoga experience is needed—all are welcome for this gentle practice. Wear comfortable clothes\, yoga mats will be available. Zipper Hall Class dates and times are: \nSaturday January 12\, 8:00am – 8:50am \nSunday\, January 13\, 8:00am – 8:50am \nThe Meg Quigley Vivaldi Competition and Bassoon Symposium social media sites are: Web: mqvc.com; Facebook: mqvcbassoon;  Instagram: mqvcbassoon \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jennis-compostela-for-solo-bassoon-west-coasts-premiere-is-at-the-meg-quigley-bassoon-symposium/ LOCATION:Thayer Hall\, Colburn School of Music\, 200 S Grand Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181201T150000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20181124T222536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181124T222536Z UID:2105-1543672800-1543676400@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:THREE PADEREWSKIS\, A New American Musical Hybrid by Jenni Brandon & Oliver Mayer DESCRIPTION:THREE PADEREWSKIS\, a new American musical hybrid\, explores the life and work of composer and founder of the Polish nation\, Ignacy Jan Paderewski. This project has been commissioned in co-operation with Adam Mickiewicz Institute as part of the international cultural programme POLSKA 100 accompanying Poland’s centenary of regaining independence. \nWith book by University of Southern California professor and playwright Oliver Mayer and music by award-winning composer Jenni Brandon\, this 40-minute performance 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. Ignacy 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. \nMembers of the cast include singers who have appeared with the Los Angeles Opera\, with the Los Angeles Master Chorale\, at the Kennedy Center\, in major motion pictures and on Grammy-award winning recordings. Directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera of the Playwright’s Arena\, the cast will be accompanied by the L.A. based ensemble Central4 Piano Quartet with music direction by composer Jenni Brandon. \nThis project has been commissioned by The Adam Mickiewicz Institute in collaboration with the following Institutions: UCLA TFT\, USC School of Dramatic Arts\, Ghost Road Company\, Playwrights’ Arena\, Wang Music International\, CAC New Orleans\, UNO\, Tricklock Company\, UNM\, Tisch School of the Arts\, Philadelphia Theatre Company\, MASS MoCA\, The Consulate General of Poland in Los Angeles\, The Polish Cultural Institute in New York  as part of the international cultural program POLSKA100 accompanying Poland’s Centenary of regaining independence. \nCo-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland as part of the multi-annual program NIEPODLEGŁA 2017-2022. \nCast:\nKatherine Powers – Antonina\nMaria Dominique Lopez – Ignacy\nTodd Strange – Jan\nSteve Pence – Paderewski\nAriel Pisturino – Chorus Soprano\nShabnam Kalbasi – Chorus Alto\nOmar Crook – Chorus Tenor\nEmilio Valdez – Chorus Bass \nCentral4 Piano Quartet: Timothy Durkovic-piano\, Elizabeth Hedman-violin\, Meredith Crawford-viola\, Paula Fehrenbach-cello \nProjections by Simon Chau \nWhen:\nSaturday\, December 1st\, 2018 \nTime:\n2:00 pm \nWhere: \nUSC Kaufman Performance Studio \n849 West 34th Street \nLos Angeles\, CA 90089-3521 \nRSVPs:\nThis event is free but please RSVP to threepaderewskis@gmail.com to reserve tickets \nRunning Time:\nApproximately 45 minutes \nDirections and Parking:\nPlease enter the USC campus via Gate 5 (McClintock and Jefferson Avenues) and pay $12 at the kiosk.  From there\, guests will be directed to the Royal Street Parking Structure to park their vehicles.  The Kaufman Performance Studio is a short walk along 24th Street from the parking structure. \nAdditionally\, there is metered street parking along McClintock and Jefferson Avenues and Hoover Street. \nSocial Media:\n#PADEREWSKIMUSICALPROJECT\n#PADEREWSKIONTOUR2018\n#aminstitute\n#celebratinpolska100 \nContact:\nIan-Julian Williams\nianjulianwilliams@gmail.com\n 718.915.6463 \n### URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/three-paderewskis-a-new-american-musical-hybrid-by-jenni-brandon-oliver-mayer/ LOCATION:USC Kaufman Performance Studio\, 849 West 34th Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90089-3521\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://jennibrandon.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/3-Paderewskis-logo-and-info_BLACK-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jenni Brandon":MAILTO:threepaderewskis@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181117T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181117T213000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20181024T212137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T212219Z UID:2020-1542483000-1542490200@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:CoroAllegro Perfoms Jenni Brandon's "Peace of Wild Things" DESCRIPTION:CoroAllegro performs Jenni Brandon’s “Peace of Wild Things”\, as part of their concert “Music She Wrote” at the Music School of Delaware\, 4101 Washington St\, Wilmington\, Delaware on November 17 at 7:30 pm. CoroAllegro\, is a chamber choir in Wilmington Delaware. \nThis year\, CoroAllegro’s fall concert focuses on female composers through time\, with an emphasis on living female composers. CoroAllegro celebrates the considerable contribution female composers have made to the choral music canon. The concert features contemporary composers such as Jenni Brandon; pioneers like Alice Parker and Lilli Boulanger; and ground-breaking early composers Vittoria Aleotti and Hildegard Von Bingen. CoroAllegro is partnering with the Delaware Fund for Women\, a local nonprofit that makes grants to organizations supporting women and girls in Delaware to sponsor the concert. \nCoroAllegro’s artistic Director is Jeffrey Dokken\, who also is Music Director of the Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia in Alexandria and Associate Artistic Director of Encore Creativity. \nJenni’s “The Peace of Wild Things” for SATB a cappella with text by Wendell Berry tells of finding solace in the natural world when life becomes complicated and worrisome. Commissioned by the Brandywine Singers of Pennsylvania under the direction of Jonathan Kreamer for their 20th Anniversary\, this work reflects on the majesty of nature and what it can offer us in troubled times. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/coroallegro-perfoms-jenni-brandons-peace-of-wild-things/ LOCATION:Music School of Delaware\, 4101 Washington St\, Wilmington\, DE\, 19802\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181108T140000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20190414T004337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190414T005446Z UID:2634-1541682000-1541685600@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Three Desert Fables for solo oboe” Featured at The Ladies Musical Club of Seattle DESCRIPTION:Gail Perstein oboe / horn / recorder\, Amber Rose Johnson soprano\, Joan Lundquist\, piano perform Jenni Brandon’s “Three Desert Fables for Solo Oboe”\, plus cabaret songs by Weill\, Britten\, Bolcom\, and Schoenberg in a concert sponsored by the Live Music Project\, Seattle\, the Ladies Musical Club of Seattle on Thursday\, November 8\, 2018\, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm. The performance venue is the Crossroads Community Center\, 16000 NE 10th St.\, Bellevue\, WA 98008 \nThe Live Music Project amplifies community music resources by providing a platform for composers\, performers\, and performing arts organizations to promote and sustain their work\, increase their visibility in the community\, and tell the story of their craft. The Live Music Project is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing arts access and arts community. \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 of 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. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-three-desert-fables-for-solo-oboe-featured-at-the-ladies-musical-club-of-seattle/ LOCATION:Crossroads Community Center\, 16000 NE 10th St\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98008\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Ladies Musical Club of Seattle":MAILTO:info@lmcseattle.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181104T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181104T220000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180818T232948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T235742Z UID:1812-1541361600-1541368800@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Bessel Quartet Performs Jenni Brandon's "Love Songs" In New York City DESCRIPTION:The Bessel-Quartet Love Under Linden Concert at the National Opera Center\, Scorca Hall in New York City performs\, as part of its repertoire\, Jenni Brandon’s Love Songs for Soprano and Oboe. Love Songs are performed by Soprano Margaretha Bessel (www.MargarethaBessel.de) and Oboist Kevin Chavez. Jenni’s “Love Songs” share the stage with the music of Schumann\, Rossini\, Gershwin\, and Kern. For information on the program and ticket reservation contact Donna Reid at +1 (212) 799-5487 or http://donnasreid.com/ \nThe texts – translations of Native American words – Tell a story of the Native American woman – a story that she might tell to her child while she rocked the child to sleep. It is a story that can be universally understood\, but points to the strength of not only the Native American woman\, but to the strength of all women to persevere\, to raise children and to keep community strong against all odds. It is a “love song” in that it goes beyond just romantic love but tells of love for a child and love of the land.\n(www.jennibrandon.com) \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/bessel-quartet-performs-jenni-brandons-love-songs-in-new-york-city/ LOCATION:The National Opera Center\, 330 Seventh Avenue\, New York City\, 10001\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Bessel":MAILTO:margarethabessel@margarethabessel.de END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181104T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181104T190000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20181031T015222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T013950Z UID:2065-1541350800-1541358000@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:World Premiere of Jenni Brandon's Metamorphosis for Two Oboes & Piano DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s premiere for “Metamorphosis for Two Oboes & Piano” is Sunday\, November 4\, 2018\, 5:00 pm at the Chamichian Recital Hall\, Central Michigan State University.  This is a  faculty recital. The recital members are; Mary Jo Cox\, Piano\, Dane Philipsen\, oboe\, Dr. Lindabeth Binkley\, oboe\, and MaryBeth Minnis\, bassoon.  Jenni’s Going to the Sun for Oboe and Bassoon  is also performed as part of the recital.  \nJenni Brandon (b. 1977) is an award-winning composer\, conductor\, and mezzo-soprano who enjoys engaging with performers and audiences\, travelling around the country 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. \nUpcoming commissions and performances include a bassoon concerto for bassoonist Christin Schillinger and the Akropolis Quintet\, a work for mezzo-soprano\, bassoon\, and harp for bassoonist Darrel Hale\, and a solo oboe work for Lindabeth Binkley to record on a new CD featuring Jenni’s chamber music. \nRecordings of her works appear on 16 CDs on the Delos\, Albany\, Centaur\, MSR Classics\, Blue Griffin\, Siegfried’s Call\, and Longhorn labels.  Her works are published and distributed by Boosey & Hawkes\, Santa Barbara Music Publishing\, Graphite Publishing\, TrevCo Music Publishing\, Imagine Music\, J.W. Pepper\, and Jenni Brandon Music. \nVisit www.jennibrandon.com.  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/world-premiere-of-jenni-brandons-metamorphosis-for-two-oboes-piano/ LOCATION:Central Michigan University\, School of Music\, 1200 S. Franklin St\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48859\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Vincennes:20181102T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Vincennes:20181102T123000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20181019T221717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181019T221717Z UID:1965-1541160000-1541161800@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Clarinetist\, Carrie Ravenstem Performs Jenni Brandon’s “Starry Night" DESCRIPTION:Clarinetist\, Carrie Ravenstem performs Jenni Brandon’s “Starry Night”. The performance is on Friday\, November 2\, 2018\, 12:00 PM at the New Albany Public Library\, 180 West Spring Street\, New Albany \, Indiana.  This a Kentuckiana Association of Musicians And Singers\, Inc. free lunchtime concert. \nCarrie Ravenstem works as a freelance musician and teacher in the Louisville/southern Indiana area. She has performed with several orchestras and ensembles. They include; the Louisville Orchestra\, Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra\, Keep Louisville Symphonic\, Louisville Chamber Winds\, Orchestra Enigmatic\, Muncie Symphony Orchestra\, Carmel Symphony Orchestra\, Marion Philharmonic and Classical Symphony of Chicago.  Her focus introduces audiences to living composers. Carrie also focuses on contributing to the future of music by fostering the appreciation of new music. \nJenni’s “Starry Night” 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. This work was written for Virginia Costa Figueiredo\, premiered in February 2013\, and receives its premiere recording on her CD. \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/clarinetist-carrie-ravenstem-performs-jenni-brandons-starry-night/ LOCATION:New Albany Public Library\, 180 West Spring Street\, New Albany\, IN\, 47150\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Kentuckiana Association of Musicians And Singers%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@gokams.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181105 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180406T184416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T220847Z UID:1611-1540944000-1541375999@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni and Oliver Winners of the Paderewski Cycle DESCRIPTION:Having won the Paderewski Cycle Project\, an internationally juried competition calling for “treatments” for a musical script about Ignacy Jan Paderewski sponsored by the Adam Mickiewicz Institute in Warsaw as part of the Polska 100 Programme. Jenni Brandon\, Composer & Oliver Jai’Sen Mayer\, Librettist will develop their winning musical script “Three Paderewskis”\, a 15 minute script\, into a larger\, one-act work. This new composition is to be premiered during the Paderewski Festival October 31 through November 4\, 2018 in Paso Robles\, CA. \nThe Paderewski Festival is a premier Central California Coast music festival in Paso Robles\, CA. The Paderewski Festival is a four-day music festival held annually in November celebrating Paso Robles’ rich heritage and its most famous resident Ignacy Jan Paderewski – virtuoso pianist\, composer\, international politician\, local landowner\, grower and winemaker. Concerts featuring world renown talent\, exhibits\, lectures\, master classes and film screenings are accompanied by wine tastings and tours of local vineyards. A youth piano competition\, recital and student cultural exchange with Poland additionally honor Paderewski’s legacy. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/paderewski-cycle/ LOCATION:Paderewski Festival\, P.O. Box 272\, Paso Robles\, California USA 93447\, CA\, 93447\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181009T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181009T210000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20181005T183050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T051216Z UID:1996-1539113400-1539118800@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:The Front Range Players Perform Sun Songs by Jenni Brandon In Arvada\, Colorado DESCRIPTION:The Front Range Chamber Players perform Sun Songs\, by Jenni Brandon\, in Arvada\, CO. The performance\, at the Trinity Presbyterian Church\, is on October 9\, 2018\, at 7:30 PM.  The performance is Second Tuesdays at Trinity\, a concert series showcasing professional musical artists from the Denver metro area. \nThe nonprofit Front Range Chamber Players (FRCP) is Northern Colorado’s resident professional chamber music group. Since its inception in 1985\, it has presented an annual series of concerts (except 2010-11) in the Fort Collins area. The FRCP always strives to make outstanding chamber music accessible to audiences of all ages. Musicians from across the Front Range have performed with FRCP. The organization has also enjoyed collaborative relationships with other fine arts organizations. \nThe text for Sun Songs comes from translated texts of the North American Indians. These texts come from three different tribes: the Nootka Indians who lived on the seaward coast of Vancouver Island\, Canada\, and the Olympic Peninsula of Washington State; the Papago Indians (or the Tohono O’odham Indians) of Arizona and the Sonoran Desert; and the Havasupai people of the Grand Canyon. These various texts were used in ceremonies to bring good weather\, to ask the sun to help grow the land\, and to call upon the powers of nature. These three texts fit together well in telling a story of honoring the sun and nature for what it does\, from bringing beautiful colors to the sky to giving us food and life. It brought these texts together to honor the Native Americans who were here first and who appreciated the Earth and all it provides for us. We should learn from their lessons in giving thanks and caring for the land and continue to practice this before it is too late to save our planet. This piece was commissioned by Definiens ensemble of Los Angeles for their 10th Anniversary. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-front-range-players-perform-sun-songs-by-jenni-brandon-in-arvada-colorado/ LOCATION:Trintity Presbyterian Church\, 7755 Vance Dr\, Arvada\, CO\, 80003\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Front Range Chamber Players":MAILTO:mailto:info@frontrangechamberplayers.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20181002T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20181002T193000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20181030T182849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T141120Z UID:2072-1538501400-1538508600@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni's "Five Frogs" Performed By The Ball State University Musical Arts Quintet DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Five Frogs for Woodwind Quintet” performed by the Musical Arts Quintet\, Ball State University College of Fine Arts\, School of Music. This Faculty Artist Series recital\, is Tuesday\, October 2\, 2018 Sursa Performance Hall\, 5:30 p.m. Members of the quintet areMihoko Watanabe\, flute; Elizabeth Crawford\, clarinet; Lisa Kozenko\, oboe; Keith Sweger\, bassoon: Gene Berger\, horn; James Helton\, piano. \nThe Musical Arts Quintet (MAQ) is one of the country’s oldest and most distinguished chamber ensembles of its kind. Established in 1957 as faculty ensemble-in-residence at Ball State University\, the quintet has gained national attention for its varied programming\, including the traditional quintet repertoire with new works written by contemporary American composers. \n“Five Frogs” for woodwind quintet is inspired by One Hundred Frogs by Hiroaki Sato\, a little book that takes a look at one hundred different haikus\, sonnets\, prose poems\, and even limericks based on Bashô’s haiku\, “Old Pond/Frog jumps in/The sound of water”. Each of the instruments in the ensemble is so different and so exceptional in their sound and abilities that I realized each one could be one of the frogs from the book. The clarinet is perfect for “Leaping” because of its agility and grace\, the way a frog can be still one minute and gone the next. “Catching Bugs” gave me the opportunity to use the piccolo and allow the ensemble to run ‘amuck’ after their bug dinner. Finally\, in “Epilogue” all the frogs sing together\, each one bringing their own musical motive into this final movement. \nContact: https://jennibrandon.com   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jennis-five-frogs-performed-by-the-ball-state-university-musical-arts-quintet/ LOCATION:Ball State University\, 2000 W. University Ave.\, Muncie\, IN\, 47306\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Ball State University School of Music":MAILTO:music@bsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180930T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180930T210000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180926T185545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180925T234807Z UID:1980-1538335800-1538341200@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Crane School of Music Faculty Recital Features Carol Lowe on Bassoon DESCRIPTION:Crane School of Music Faculty Recital Features Carol Lowe on Bassoon\n\n\n  \nDr. Lowe will be performing Jenni’s work Colored Stones for solo bassoon \n\n\n\n09.21.18\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music invites the public to enjoy a faculty recital featuring bassoonist Carol Lowe and pianist Julie Miller\, on Sunday\, Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sara M. Snell Music Theater. \nThe recital will include a concerto from the classical period and a variety of short works by French and American composers. These shorter pieces will include three songs by American composer William Grant Still\, a collection of five French recital pieces\, and a set of seven short movements based on the sayings of Andy Warhol. In addition to Still\, the featured composers include Antonio Rosetti\, Marcel Bitsch\, Fernand Oubradous\, Jacques Ibert\, Paul Moravec\, Arthur Meulemans and Jenni Brandon. \nAbout the performer: \nDr. Carol Lowe teaches courses in bassoon performance\, reed making\, repertoire\, pedagogy\, orchestral studies\, chamber music and music history at The Crane School of Music. A native of Brevard\, N.C.\, Lowe has performed as an orchestral and chamber musician throughout the United States and Europe. While living in the Atlanta area\, she performed frequently with the Atlanta Symphony\, including a tour to Carnegie Hall and subsequent recording of Mahler’s “Symphony No. 6.” She has toured and recorded in London\, Paris and Munich with various ensembles\, and was a member of the Taft Quintet\, the first-prize winners of the 1989 Fischoff International Chamber Music Competition. As an active member of the International Double Reed Society\, Lowe has presented recitals at its annual conferences. Her degrees are from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro\, the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. \nShe is principal bassoon for the Orchestra of Northern New York and the Northern Symphonic Winds\, and is a founding member of the Aria Reed Trio. \nThis concert is free\, and the public is invited to attend. \nThis concert will be broadcast live on the Crane School of Music YouTube channel at the performance time. To view the program and see other upcoming streaming performances\, visit www.potsdam.edu/academics/Crane/streaming. \nAbout The Crane School of Music: \nFounded in 1886\, SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music has a long legacy of excellence in music education and performance. Life at Crane includes an incredible array of more than 300 recitals\, lectures and concerts presented by faculty\, students and guests each year. The Crane School of Music is the State University of New York’s only All-Steinway institution. For more information\, please visit www.potsdam.edu/crane. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/carol-lowe-bassoon-performs-jenni-brandon/ LOCATION:Crane School of Music\, Potsdam\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20180925T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20180925T213000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180907T175507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180907T175507Z UID:1921-1537903800-1537911000@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Sun Songs by Jenni Brandon Performed In Fort Collins\, CO DESCRIPTION:Sun Songs by Jenni Brandon is performed in Fort Collins\, CO. The performance\, at the McNeal Auditorium by the Front Range Chamber Players (FRCP)\, is on September 25\, 2018. The nonprofit Front Range Chamber Players (FRCP) is Northern Colorado’s resident professional chamber music group. Since its inception in 1985\, it has presented an annual series of concerts (except 2010-11) in Fort Collins venues. The FRCP always strives to make outstanding chamber music accessible to audiences of all ages. Musicians from across the Front Range have performed with FRCP. The organization has also enjoyed collaborative relationships with other fine arts organizations. \nThe text for Sun Songs comes from translated texts of the North American Indians. These texts come from three different tribes: the Nootka Indians who lived on the seaward coast of Vancouver Island\, Canada\, and the Olympic Peninsula of Washington State; the Papago Indians (or the Tohono O’odham Indians) of Arizona and the Sonoran Desert; and the Havasupai people of the Grand Canyon. These various texts were used in ceremonies to bring good weather\, to ask the sun to help grow the land\, and to call upon the powers of nature. \n \nThese three texts fit together well in telling a story of honoring the sun and nature for what it does\, from bringing beautiful colors to the sky to giving us food and life. It brought these texts together to honor the Native Americans who were here first and who appreciated the Earth and all it provides for us. We should learn from their lessons in giving thanks and caring for the land and continue to practice this before it is too late to save our planet. This piece was commissioned by Definiens ensemble of Los Angeles for their 10th Anniversary. \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/sun-songs-by-jenni-brandon-performed-in-fort-collins-co/ LOCATION:McNeal Auditorium\, Fort Collins High School\, 3400 Lambkin Way\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80525\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Front Range Chamber Players":MAILTO:mailto:info@frontrangechamberplayers.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180902 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180828T000917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T234740Z UID:1846-1535414400-1535846399@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Two Compositions by Jenni Brandon Performed At The IDRS Convention In Granada\, Spain DESCRIPTION:The 47th convention of the International Double Reed Society ( IDRS )  is held from August 28th to Septermber 1\, 2018 in Granada\, Spain.  Two of Jenni Brandon‘s compositions are performed during the convention. The first is “Colored Stones” (2014) performed by Keith Sweger\, Bassoon.  The second is new American music for Santiago De Compostela featuring Jenni’s new work “Compostela” (2017) commissioned and performed by Eric Van der Veer Varner\, Bassoon. \nColored Stones tells the story of three stones: smoky quartz\, lapis lazuli\, and tiger’s eye. Some cultures and spiritual practices believe these stones have powerful qualities such as the ability to heal\, protect\, and offer spiritual guidance. The bassoon explores these beautiful stones’ unique qualities. This piece was the winner of the 2014 Bassoon Chamber Music Composition Competition. To be performed Thursday\, August 30\, 2018 at 12:15 PM. \nCompostela  was commissioned by Eric Varner  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. 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.  In one movement\, this work has several sections that highlight the journey along the way.  This will be the world premiere of this work. To be premiered Friday\, August 31\, 2018 from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM. \n \njennibrandon.com \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/idrs-2018-granada-jenni-brandon/ LOCATION:Granada Spain\, PALACIO DE CONGRESOS\, Granada\, Spain END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180820T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180820T210000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180719T215217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180719T215217Z UID:1758-1534791600-1534798800@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni's Dawn\, for Horn & Piano\, Performed and Recorded by Steven Cohen DESCRIPTION:Steven Cohen\, accompanied by pianist Jed Moss\, performs and records Jenni’s new composition “Dawn” for Horn in F and Piano. It will appear on Steven’s upcoming CD “Cruise Control” to be released in July 2018. \n \nThe premier performance of Dawn is at the 50th International Horn Symposium (IHS)\, July 30 — August 4\, 2018. The 50th IHS takes place at Ball State University\, School of Music and the College of Fine Arts\, Muncie\, IN. Pianist Robert Conway will join Steven for this performance.\nSteven Cohen has been heard internationally as an orchestral\, Broadway\, and chamber musician. A freelance horn player based in New York\, he is a frequent guest with orchestras in the New York area and the Midwest\, while performing with various national touring Broadway productions. He is planning the release an album\, “Cruise Control”\, in August of 2018 which will present the world premieres of five new works for horn as part of a major commission collaboration with five American composers. Jenni’s composition “Dawn” is one of the album’s pieces. A CD release recital takes place for “Dawn” and the other CD compositions on Monday August 20\, 2018\, 7:00 PM\, at the Ann Goodman Recital Hall At Kaufman Music Center\, 129 W 67th St\, New York\, NY.\n“Dawn” for Horn in F and piano is inspired by a poem of the same name by Scandinavian Poet Edith Södergran (1892-1923). Steven wanted a work that was bold and adventurous\, and this poem guides us on such a journey into unknown lands revealed by the coming dawn.\nThe piece opens freely as the piano fluidly fills the space between night and dawn. The horn weaves the melodic gestures of the dawn\, skimming the surface with some unique techniques for the horn that represent the mysterious time between dark and light. The colors of the horn and piano throughout the work capture the sparkle of a sunrise\, the swift winds\, and the inevitability of the rising dawn. I was especially drawn to the idea of dawn being a female figure: “I am the pitiless goddess of the day…” and using the horn’s ability to be both delicate at times\, and at others\, powerful and grand\, to represent Dawn in all of her glory.\nIt is such an honor to write this work for Steven and to have him and Jed record Dawn on this exciting CD of new works for the Horn. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jennis-dawn-for-horn-piano-performed-and-recorded-by-steven-cohen/ LOCATION:Ann Goodman Recital Hall At Kaufman Music Center\, 129 W 67th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Cohen":MAILTO:NUCORNO@GMAIL.COM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180805T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180805T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180823T220008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T220008Z UID:1838-1533481200-1533488400@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:The United States Naval Academy Band Wind Trio Performs Jenni's "Found Objects: On the Beach" DESCRIPTION:The United States Naval Academy Band Wind Trio (Musician 1st Class Emily Madsen on oboe\, Musician 1st Class Micahla Hendrix on bassoon\, and the group’s leader\, Chief Musician Sheila Cullen on clarinet.    ) performs Jenni’s “Found Objects: On The Beach”. The Wind Trio’s performance is part of the  Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Association Annual Chamber Music Series at the The Lyceum\, 201 South Washington Street\, Alexandria\, Virginia. Each summer\, the Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Association sponsors a Chamber Music Series at The Lyceum in historic Old Town Alexandria\, VA. Celebrating its 28th year\, the Chamber series continues to provide a diverse array of classical music in an intimate setting. These weekly performances are free and open to the public. The performances feature small ensembles and soloists\, primarily from the Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic and local arts community \nThe Naval Academy Band’s Wind Trio performs repertoire from Baroque and Classical standards\, French Impressionism\, modern American songs\, and works written by contemporary and local composers. Founded in 2016\, the primary duty of the ensemble is to perform for social functions hosted by the United States Naval Academy Superintendent at the historic Buchanan House. The group’s members also enjoy performing recitals for the community\, as well as providing music at events for the Brigade of Midshipmen. \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. Premiered 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! \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/the-united-states-naval-academy-band-wind-trio-performs-jennis-found-objects-on-the-beach/ LOCATION:Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Association Chamber Music Series\, 201 South Washington Street\, Arlington\, VA\, 22314\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Naval Academy Band Wind Trio":MAILTO:bandops@usna.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20180708T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20180708T110000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180629T183612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T183612Z UID:1743-1531042200-1531047600@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni’s “America Belongs to Us” Is Performed By The Indy Flute Choir and The Voce SATB Choir DESCRIPTION:The Indianapolis VOCE SATB Choir and The Indy Flute Choir will provide the St. Luke’s United Methodist Church service music for the July 8\, 2018 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM church services. Following the 9:30 service\, VOCE and The Indy FLute Choir will present AMERICA BELONGS TO US by Jenni Brandon\, written for Flute Choir and SATB Choir.  This event is FREE to the public and sponsored by St. Luke’s Music Ministries. The church is located at 100 West 86th Street Indianapolis\, IN 46260. \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. \nThis work was commissioned by Holland Chorale\, Ars Voce\, and the West Michigan Flute Orchestra to celebrate the diverse Latino culture in West Michigan and within their performing communities.  Through the unique colors of the flute orchestra and choir I wanted to tell this story of an immigrant bringing their culture and heritage to America\, and in using two choirs I was able to show the voice of the immigrant becoming part of the fabric of this country. I commissioned Oliver Mayer\, a Mexican-American playwright and a professor of Dramatic Playwriting at the University of Southern California to craft a text to tell of the Latino spirit in not only West Michigan\, but across the United States.    \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jennis-america-belongs-to-us-is-performed-by-the-indy-flute-choir-and-the-voce-satb-choir/ LOCATION:St. Luke’s United Methodist Church\, 100 West 86th Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46260\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Indy Flute Orchestra":MAILTO:mailto:voceindianapolis@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180628 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180701 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20171124T232208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T222135Z UID:1473-1530144000-1530403199@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Composer-in-Residence at LunARTS Festival in Madison DESCRIPTION:The mission of LunART Festival\, June 28 ~ 30\, 2018 in Madison\, WI  is to support\, inspire\, promote\, and celebrate women in the arts through public performances\, exhibitions\, workshops\, and interdisciplinary collaboration; thus enriching our community and creating a welcoming space for learning and experimentation. \nThe vision of the LunART Festival is to empower women in the arts by fostering originality\, honoring diversity\, and strengthening equality. \nJenni will serve as the composer-in-residence for the 2018 inaugural season of this festival dedicated to celebrating women in the arts. \nWe are extremely excited to welcome 6 talented composers to LunART’s 2018 educational program “From Page to Stage: Emerging Composers!” Join us for the concert dedicated to showcasing their works! \nSchedule of Events\nThursday\, June 28th\nFrom Page to Stage: Emerging Composers Masterclass \nTime: 9AM-12PM | \nLocation: First United Methodist Church 203 Wisconsin Ave\, Madison\, WI 53703 \nThe goal of “From Page to Stage” is to support emerging women composers in gaining a clearer understanding of not only expressing their creativity\, but also creating clear scores\, cultivating relationships with performers\, and the art of collaboration. The master class with festival composer-in-residence Jenni Brandon will explore works submitted by participants\, while talks about collaboration and the role of the independent composer will offer participants a well-rounded approach to growing their own careers. \nGala Concert \nMOON DANCES\nTime: 7:00 PM \nLocation: Madison Museum of Contemporary Arts 227 State St\, Madison\, WI 53703 \nTicket price: General Admission $20 / Student $10 \nCash Bar \n​Yana Avedyan piano | Laura Burns violin | Vincent Fuh piano | Brian Grimm cello | Satoko Hayami piano | Kyle Johnson piano \nSarah Leuwerke mezzo soprano | Laura Medisky oboe | Blakeley Menghini viola | Katie Schaag writer |  Elspeth Stalter-Clouse violin \nIva Ugrčić flute | Jacqueline Wilson bassoon \nProgram \nKatie Schaag The Infinite Woman feminist writing project \nJenni Brandon\, Composer-In-Residence\, Meditations For Piano\, Violin\, Viola And Cello \nVeronika Krausas\, 2018 Call for Scores Winner\, Hopscotch Tarot for mezzo soprano and violin \nCecilia McDowall The Moon Dances for flute and piano \nJenni Brandon\, Composer-In-Residence\, The Dreams of Birds for alto flute and piano \nKaty Abbott\, 2018 Call for Scores Winner\, Glisten for piano solo \nValerie Coleman\, Trio Toccata for oboe\, bassoon and piano \nFriday\, June 29th\nGala Concert \nTHE WOMAN WITH THE UNFATHOMABLE EYES \nTime: 7:00PM \nLocation: Overture Center for the Arts 201 State St\, Madison\, WI 53703\nTicket price: General Admission $20 / Student $10 \nMelanie Cain soprano | Thomas Curry tuba | Ina Georgieva viola | Brian Grimm cello | Amy Harr cello | Satoko Hayami piano \nKyle Johnson piano | Buzz Kemper narrator | Jason Kutz piano | Michael Koszewski percussion | Wes Luke violin \nLaura Medisky English horn | Valerie Sanders violin | Liz Sexe dancer & choreographer | Katrin Talbot poetry & photography \nKristina Teuschler clarinet  | Iva Ugrčić flute |  Jacqueline Wilson bassoon | Aaron Yarmel violin \n Program \nKatrin Talbot\, poetry reading and photo exhibition \nJenni Brandon\, Composer-In-Residence\, Sun Songs for soprano\, English horn\, cello\, and piano \nGalina Ustvolskaya\, Composition No.1 “Dona Nobis Pacem” for tuba\, piccolo and piano \nFanny Mendelssohn\, Three Pieces for piano four hands \nXinyan Li\, 2018 Call for Scores Winner\, Mongolian Impressions for solo bassoon\, percussion\, and string quartet \nJenni Brandon\, Composer-In-Residence\, The Woman with the Unfathomable Eyes\, for small chamber ensemble\, narrator\, and dancer \nDoina Rotaru\, Japanese Garden for bass flute/piccolo and electronics \nSaturday\, June 30th \nCOLLABORATION IN THE ARTS!\nPanel Discussion Led by Jenni Brandon composer\, Katie Schaag PhD writer \, and Kelly Parks Snider\, Visual Artists & Activist \nThis engaging panel discussion is for anyone interested in arts entrepreneurship\, and for those who want to learn how artists work together. Participation from attendees is encouraged. \nTime: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM \nLocation: The Bubbler @ Madison Public Library 201 W Mifflin St\, Madison\, WI 53703 \nFree Admission! \nFROM PAGE TO STAGE: EMERGING COMPOSERS CONCERT\nTime: 2:00PM \nLocation: Capitol Lake 333 W Main St\, Madison\, WI 53703\n  \nYana Avedyan piano | Shannon Farley violin | Jose Garcia-Taborda clarinet | Leanne League violin | Berlinda Lopez flute \nLaura Mericle violin | Laura Medisky English horn | Juliana Mesa bassoon | Marie Pauls viola | Jen Paulson viola | Samantha Sinai cello \nProgram \nJenni Brandon\, Composer-In-Residence\, In The City at Night for Solo English horn \nMeg Huskin\, Wheezie and Bear Save the Day for string quartet \nAlissa Stolt\, Road Trip for wind trio \nDonna Howard\, Musings for flute and piano \nSeolhee (Snow) Kim\, Trapped in a Memory for string quartet \nGrace Hale\, Una Voce Dimenticata for violin and viola \nAmy Thomas\, Dance to Youth for string quartet \nGala Concert \nWOMEN’S VOICES \nTime: 7:00 PM \nLocation: First Unitarian Society of Madison 900 University Bay Dr\, Madison\, WI 53705 \nJoin the LunART Festival in celebrating women in the arts! Enjoy this event featuring music by Composer-in-Residence Jenni Brandon\, 2018 Call for Scores Winner Ingrid Stölzel\, and Abbie Betinis\, Hildegard von Bingen\, Linda Kachelmeier\, Elizabeth Alexander\, Marilyn Bliss\, Brianna Ware\, Madeleine Dring\, & Amy Beach. ​Featuring the LunART Festival Women’s Choir conducted by Kathy Otterson. With special guests: visual artist Kelly Parks Snider and photographers Jennifer Bucheit & Katrin Talbot. \nProgram \nAbbie Betinis\, Be Like the Bird 5 part canon \nJenni Brandon\, Composer-In-Residence\, Breakable for SA choir and piano \nHildegard von Bingen\, Aer enim chant \nLinda Kachelmeier\, Aer enim for women’s voices \nElizabeth Alexander\, Faith is the bird that feels the light for SSA \nMarilyn Bliss\, Aurora Borealis for percussion quartet \nIngrid Stölzel\, 2018 Call for Scores Winner\, The Gorgeous Nothings for soprano\, flute\, oboe\, and piano \nBrianna Ware\, Borealis for solo piano \nJenni Brandon\, Composer-In-Residence\, Great Sand Dunes for flute and marimba – World premiere \nMadeleine Dring\, Trio for flute\, oboe\, and piano \nAmy Beach\, Quartet for Strings Op. 89 \nKelly Parks Snider\, Jennifer Bucheit\, Katrin Talbot\, Art Work & Photography Exhibition \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/composer-in-residence-jenni-brandon-lunart/ LOCATION:LunArt Festival\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://jennibrandon.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/lunart.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180620T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T210000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180424T210350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180424T210350Z UID:1658-1529506800-1529787600@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni’s "Spider Suite" Performed at the Belvedere Chamber Music Festival DESCRIPTION:Spider Suite by Jenni Brandon tells the story of the adventures of a spider and his daily activities\, from spinning webs\, capturing bugs\, and beginning again. It is performed at Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal Church\, Memphis\, Tennessee.  by the Luna Nova Ensemble (lunanova.org). This part of the Belvedere Chamber Music Festival produced by Luna Nova Music. \nLuna Nova Music supports and produces 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. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jennis-spider-suite-performed-at-the-belvedere-chamber-music-festival/ LOCATION:Grace St Luke’s Episcopal Church\, 1720 PEABODY AVENUE\, MEMPHIS\, TN\, 38104-6124\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Luna Nova":MAILTO:lunanovamusic@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20180526T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20180526T213000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180525T203125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180819T183420Z UID:1804-1527363000-1527370200@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni's Love Songs Are Performed In Frankfurt am Main Germany DESCRIPTION:The Bessel-Quartet\, in concert in Frankfurt am Main\, Germany\, performs the German premier of Jenni Brandon’s Love Songs for Soprano and Oboe IV & VII.  Love Songs are performed by Soprano Margaretha Bessel (www.MargarethaBessel.de) and Oboist Kevin Chavez. Jenni’s “Love Songs” share the stage with the music of Schumann\, Rossini\, Gershwin\, and Kern. \n \nThe texts – translations of Native American words – Tell a story of the Native American woman – a story that she might tell to her child while she rocked the child to sleep. It is a story that can be universally understood\, but points to the strength of not only the Native American woman\, but to the strength of all women to persevere\, to raise children and to keep community strong against all odds. It is a “love song” in that it goes beyond just romantic love\, but tells of love for a child and love of the land. \nThe following is a recording of the performance\, Frankfurt am Main\, by Margaret Bessel and Kevin Chavez: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMR7HWIZbRo \n(www.jennibrandon.com) \n  \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jennis-love-songs-are-performed-in-frankfurt-au-main-germany/ LOCATION:Gemeindesall Heddernheimer Frankfurt Au Main\, Gemeindesall Heddernheimer Kirchstr. 5\, Frankfurt Au Main\, Hesse\, 60439\, Germany ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Bessel":MAILTO:margarethabessel@margarethabessel.de END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20180525T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20180525T213000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180525T175522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180819T184217Z UID:1797-1527276600-1527283800@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Bessel Quartet Performs Jenni's "Love Songs" At Kronberg Castle\, Germany DESCRIPTION:Margaret Bessel and the Bessel-Quartet\, in concert at the Kronberg Castle\, Kronberg\, Germany\, performs the German premier of Jenni Brandon’s Love Songs for Soprano and Oboe I & III.  Love Songs are performed by Soprano Margaret Bessel (www.MargarethaBessel.de) and Oboist Kevin Chavez in the Coat of Arms Hall.  Jenni’s “Love Songs” share the stage with the music of Schumann\, Rossini\, Gershwin\, and Kern.The texts – translations of Native American words – Tell a story of the Native American woman – a story that she might tell to her child while she rocked the child to sleep. It is a story that can be universally understood\, but points to the strength of not only the Native American woman\, but to the strength of all women to persevere\, to raise children and to keep community strong against all odds. It is a “love song” in that it goes beyond just romantic love\, but tells of love for a child and love of the land. \nThe following is a recording of the performance\, at the Kronberg Castle\, by Margaret Bessel and Kevin Chavez:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0cLmRHqHKY  \n(www.jennibrandon.com) \n  URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/bessel-quartet-performs-jennis-love-songs-at-kronberg-castle-germany/ LOCATION:Kronberg Castle\, Coat of Arms Hall Kronberg Castle\, Kronberg im Taunus\, Hochtaunuskreis district\, Hesse\, Germany\, Germany ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Bessel":MAILTO:margarethabessel@margarethabessel.de END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180521T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180521T193000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180503T002013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180503T002013Z UID:1683-1526927400-1526931000@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “In the City at Night” Is Performed at the LunART Festival Preview Concert DESCRIPTION:LunART Festival will present a preview concert at the Verona Public Library on Monday\, May 21\, from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Festival directors Iva Ugrcic and Laura Medisky (playing “In the City at Night” for solo English horn by Jenni Brandon)\, and pianist Vincent Fuh\, will perform music by female composers for flute\, oboe\, and piano. Presented will be works by Jenni Brandon (“In The City at Night”)\, Madeline Dring\, Shumalit Ran\, and Alyssa Morris. \nIn The City At Night (solo English horn) was written at the request of Ryan Zwahlen\, oboe and English horn player with the Definiens Project .He was searching for new literature for the English horn and wanted to increase the repertoire by requesting composers to write new pieces for him to perform and record. Jenni wanted to write him a piece that uses the lovely\, lyrical range of the English horn while at the same time composing something that was also rhythmically fun to play. In The City At Night focuses on just that; it is at times playful and fast like many lights blinking on just after dusk in the city. At other times it is quiet and serene like the city streets that are empty at the early hours before dawn. In creating this world\, Jenni wanted the listener to be left with thoughts and impressions of a city after dark\, and the lone voice of the English horn telling the story of a night adventure on the city streets. Listen to an excerpt of the music. \nThe LunART Festival will be held on June 28 through June 30 in Madison with performances and lectures at various locations. The festival is dedicated to celebrating and championing women in the arts from past to present\, from revered to forgotten\, from rap to rhapsody. Visit https://www.lunartfestival.org/ for more information. Visit LunART Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lunartfestival/ \nThis concert is free and open to the public. To register\, or for library information\, visit www.veronapubliclibrary.org\, or call 608-845-7180. The Verona Public Library is located at 500 Silent Street\, Verona\, WI. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-in-the-city-at-night-is-performed-at-the-lunart-festival-preview-concert/ LOCATION:Verona Public Library\, 500 Silent St\, Verona\, WI\, 53593\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="LunART Festival":MAILTO:info@lunartfest.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180429T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180429T170000 DTSTAMP:20260519T164230 CREATED:20180424T201831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180424T201831Z UID:1655-1525014000-1525021200@jennibrandon.com SUMMARY:Jenni's "Spider Suite" Performed At The The Beethoven Club DESCRIPTION:Spider Suite by Jenni Brandon tells the story of the adventures of a spider and his daily activities\, from spinning webs\, capturing bugs\, and beginning again. It is performed at The Beethoven Club by the Grace Chamber Players. The Beethoven Club\, founded in 1888\, is the oldest arts organization in Memphis\, TN. Our purpose to promote the cause of classical music in the community and to help build the careers of aspiring classical musicians. Founded in 1888\, the Beethoven Club has a long history of supporting the arts in Memphis. Today its chief goal is “to develop\, sustain and promote classical musicians.” \nThe Beethoven Club is associated with Luna Nova. Luna 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. URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jennis-spider-suite-performed-at-the-the-beethoven-club/ LOCATION:Beethoven Club\, 263 S. McLean Blvd.\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR