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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/
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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 “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:Compostela\, by Jenni Brandon\, Performed by Theresa Treuenfels
DESCRIPTION:Compostela\, by Jenni Brandon\, is performed by Theresa Treuenfels on February 9\, 2020 at 7:00 pm at the Zipper Hall\, Colburn School\, 200 South Grand Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA 90012. Ms. Treuenfels performs Compostela as one of her five recital selections. This concert features works for bassoon written by living Los Angeles composers. \nMs. Treuenfels\, as a chamber musician\, is a founding member of Calico Winds. The quintet has toured throughout the United States and has participated in the Arts Presenters Alliance YPCA Seminar culminating in a concert in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. She is currently second bassoon in the Fresno Philharmonic Orchestra and the Desert Symphony and acting second in the Riverside Philharmonic. Additionally\, she has performed at the Cabrillo Music Festival\, Oregon Coast Music Festival\, and Sunriver Music Festival. Ms. Treuenfels is currently adjunct faculty at Azusa Pacific University’s School of Music\, was previously on faculty at La Sierra University\, and has been on faculty at the Colburn School’s Community School of Performing Arts since 2005 \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” 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 was an honor to write this piece for him to premiere and record.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/compostela-by-jenni-brandon-performed-by-theresa-treuenfels/
LOCATION:Colburn School\, 200 South Grand Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Tide Pools” Performed by Lavender Bass at the Laguna Art Museum
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Tide Pools” for Bassoon and Cello” performed by Lavender Bass; Christin Phelps Webb\, bassoon; and Jeness Johnson\, cello at the Laguna Art Museum on Thursday\, February 13\, 2020 at 7:00 PM. The venue is at 307 Cliff Drive\, Laguna Beach\, CA 92651\, (949) 494-8971. Live! at the Museum is presented in partnership with Laguna Beach Live! \nChristin Phelps Webb is a freelance chamber and orchestral musician based in Los Angeles and has been a member of several popular ensembles including Orion Winds\, Ceora Winds\, and the New Chamber Ensemble. She maintains a private teaching studio\, conducts clinics and masterclasses\, and will soon publish several of her chamber music arrangements. She holds degrees in music performance from Indiana University and the Peabody Conservatory\, and has also studied at the University of Southern California. \nJeness Johnson is a Los Angeles based a soloist and recording artist\, and has performed worldwide including in concert halls including Severance Hall\, Lincoln Center\, the Walt Disney Concert Hall\, and Teatro Sociale in Como\, Italy. She attended the Pacific Music Festival\, Spoleto Music Festival\, National Repertory Orchestra\, Meadowmount School of Music\, and is a graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy and the Cleveland Institute of Music. \nJenni Brandon said “When I first started to write “Tide Pools for Bassoon and Cello” this work I thought I would tell two separate stories – one of the ocean\, its ebb and flow between high and low tide\, and then the stories of the creatures that lie in the tide pools. As I began to write\, however\, I realized that there is a strongly symbiotic relationship between these elements. The creatures\, always present\, appear and disappear under the frothy flow of the water.  We glimpse them briefly before the waters swirl and darken\, and it is finally when the ocean recedes during low tide that the treasures of these tide pools are fully\, yet briefly\, exposed. Throughout this work the ocean flows and froths\, submerges and swells\, coming and going\, and offering glimpses of the creatures that make their living in the folds and crevices of shoreline rocks. The creatures are submerged and finally hidden in a never-ending give and take of survival and beauty.” \nDescription of the sections of this one-movement work: \n\nTidal swirls: A glimpse of what lies below…\n\n\nSwirling and Frothy\nDance of the Striped Shore Crab\nLanguid and Fluid: The Sea Star\nThe Adaptable sculpin – the 7/8 represents the sculpin’s ability to adapt to an uneven existence – sometimes surviving for a period of time trapped in the tide pool under a hot sun\, sometimes moving out to sea with high tide.\nBeautiful pull of the tide: The California Mussel appears\n\n\n Low Tide: In the shallows\n\n\nPurple sea urchin\nBlack turban snail hiding in the rocks\nThe tide begins to come in\, churning and swirling\, wildly joyful\n\nThis work was commissioned by Christin Webb (bassoon) and premiered with Jeness Johnson (cello) at the Laguna Museum of Art in May 2017 – a wonderful location along the Pacific Ocean for a premiere of a work about Southern California tide pools. This work was created as part of a commissioning consortium\, and a huge thank you to Christin and these co-commissioners who helped bring this work to life through their support and performances: \nScott Pool – bassoon \nCory Barger – bassoon \nPatrick W. Price – supporter \nStephen Phelps – supporter
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-tide-pools-performed-by-lavender-bass-at-the-laguna-art-museum/
LOCATION:Laguna Art Museum\, 307 Cliff Drive\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Three Desert Fables” Performed at Manhattanville College
DESCRIPTION:“Three Desert Fables” by Jenni Brandon is presented at Manhattanville College by Dr. Kristin Leitterman\, oboe and Emily Trapp Jenkins\, collaborative pianist in a concert\, themed “American Voyages.” The concert is at 7:00 p.m. on Friday\, February 14\, 2020 in the Performing Arts Building\, Pius X Hall / Free Admission. Manhattanville College is at 2900 Purchase Street\, Purchase\, NY 10577\,+1.914.694.2200. \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” 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-performed-at-manhattanville-college/
LOCATION:Manhattanville College\, 2900 Purchase Street\, Purchase\, NY\, 10577\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s Double Concerto for Oboe and Bassoon Performed by Morehead State University Symphonic Winds
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s Double Concerto for Oboe and Bassoon with Wind Symphony is performed on February 14\, 2020 at 7:30pm on the Morehead State University campus by the University Symphonic Winds. Soloists are Dr. David Oyen\, bassoon and Dr. Thomas Pappas\, oboe both are members of Morehead State University’s music faculty. The performance is part of the University’s 61st Annual High School Concert Band Clinic. Morehead State University is located at150 University Blvd\, Morehead\, KY 40351 1-(800) 585-6781 \nMorehead State University’s Annual Band Clinic will be held February 13-15\, 2020. The clinic features three or four honor bands made up of students in grades 9-12 from the Central and Eastern United States. The event also features rehearsals and concerts for clinic participants under internationally recognized guest conductors\, performances by Morehead State University ensembles\, and master classes for clinic participants by Morehead State University Music Faculty. All students grades 9-12 are eligible upon the recommendation of their high school band director. \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. \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. \nThis work is in one movement and is approximately 18 minutes. \n\nThe Spiral Galaxy\nII. Travelling through the Milky Way\nIII.  The Orion Spur: The Blue Planet Waltz\nIV. Supermassive Black Hole: Falling into the abyss…\nV. Dark Matter: “…an elementary particle that pervades the universe\nVI. The Orion Nebula: “We are made of star-stuff.”\n…Flying through the Spiral Galaxy\n\nDouble Concerto for Oboe Bassoon Wind Symphony sheet music is available for purchase \nVersion for Oboe\, Bassoon\, piano\, and optional percussion is also available for purchase
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-double-concerto-for-oboe-and-bassoon-performed-by-morehead-state-university-symphonic-winds/
LOCATION:Morehead State University\, 150 University Blvd\, Morehead\, KY\, 40351\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s “Dreams of Birds” Performed by Troy Paolantonio At The Mid-Atlantic Flute Convention
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “The Dreams of Birds” is performed by Troy Paolantonio at the American Women in Flight recital. The recital is on Saturday February 15th at 11:00 – 11:50 AM in Potomac I room at The 2020 Mid-Atlantic Flute Convention. The convention is held at the Hilton Washington Dulles Airport\, 13869 Park Center Rd\, Herndon\, VA 20171. \nJenni’s “The Dreams of Birds” for alto flute and piano explores the world of what birds might dream. Would they dream of running\, of flying to the sun? Would they dream of being human? I wanted to explore the possibility of bird dreams while continuing to be evocative of a bird with bird-like songs in the alto flute. The little turns and grace notes as well as the flutter tongue played by the alto flute offer the listener the voice of the bird. The piano\, both supportive and\, at times\, grand\, helps give flight to these dreams of birds.  It was an honor to write this piece for Jenni Olson to premiere and record. \nThe Dreams of Birds for alto flute and piano (alto flute and piano sheet music) is performed by Jenni Olson-alto flute and Bryan Pezzone – piano on Jenni Olson’s new CD “The Dreams of Birds” featuring the works of living composers. \nAvailable on Amazon\, iTunes\, and other CD distributors \nLabel: Delos\, distributed by Naxos
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-dreams-of-birds-performed-by-troy-paolantonio-at-the-mid-atlantic-flute-convention/
LOCATION:Hilton Washington Dulles Airport\, 13869 Park Center Rd\, Herndon\, VA\, 20171\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenni Brandon’s "Colored Stones" for Solo Bassoon Performed by Laura Bennett Cameron
DESCRIPTION:Jenni Brandon’s “Colored Stones” for solo bassoon performed by Dr. Laura Bennett Cameron\, in a faculty recital\, 7:30 pm\, February 27\, 2020 at The University of Texas at Arlington – Department of Music. The recital is in the Irons Recital Hall\, Fine Arts Building\, 700 Greek Row Drive\, Arlington\, Texas. She is accompanied by pianist Gabriel Sanchez. \n“Colored 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. \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. \nJenni said “It 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.” \nThis work is available for purchase through Imagine Music Publishing.
URL:https://jennibrandon.com/event/jenni-brandons-colored-stones-for-solo-bassoon-performed-by-laura-bennett-cameron/
LOCATION:University of Texas – Arlington\, Box 19105 | 101 Fine Arts Bldg. 700 West Greek Row\,\, Arlington\, TX\, 76019\, United States
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