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Fine, Elaine - Covid-19 Journal, Elaine Fine Jan 2020

Fine, Elaine - Covid-19 Journal, Elaine Fine

Personal Journals

COVID Diary submitted by Charleston/Coles County, IL resident and musician, Elaine Fine


Body Consciousness: The Effects Of Posture On Musicians’ Performance Anxiety, Christina Farley Apr 2017

Body Consciousness: The Effects Of Posture On Musicians’ Performance Anxiety, Christina Farley

2017 Awards for Excellence in Student Research and Creative Activity – Documents

The primary research question of this quasi-experimental mixed methods study investigated the effects of positive (superman) and negative (slumped) body postures on students’ individual perceptions of their performance anxiety in three settings: in front of a studio professor, in front of peers, and in a private practice session. This study took place in two phases. Phase one consisted of a 14-question survey completed by 40 music education majors. Phase two included six participants that met with the researcher individually twice for each setting. Each participant followed the same timeline when completing the sessions: pre-session questionnaire, three-minute body posture (either the …


Review Of Jon Stratton And Nabeel Zuberi's Black Popular Music In Britain Since 1945 (2014), Tim Engles Jan 2015

Review Of Jon Stratton And Nabeel Zuberi's Black Popular Music In Britain Since 1945 (2014), Tim Engles

Faculty Research & Creative Activity

A review of Jon Stratton and Nabeel Zuberi's book Black Popular Music in Britain since 1945.


Fright Night, Music Department Oct 2014

Fright Night, Music Department

Concerts

Peter and the Wolf by Prokofieff, narrated by Allen Lanham, Green Eggs and Ham by Kapilow, with Marilyn Coles (mezzo soprano) & Rachel Sapp (soprano), and “Carol Ann’s Theme” from Poltergeist with a Children’s Chorus from Charleston Elementary and Middle Schools. Performed by The Eastern Symphony OrchestraConducted by Richard Robert Rossi.


Cathedrals, Castles, & Colonies, Music Department Oct 2014

Cathedrals, Castles, & Colonies, Music Department

Concerts

Cathedrals, Castles, & Colonies, performed by the EIU Choral Ensembles, and conducted by Richard Robert Rossi & April Lee.


Collage Concert, Music Department Sep 2014

Collage Concert, Music Department

Concerts

Collage Concert, featuring the talents of EIU's Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, WInd Symphony, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Combos, Concert Choir.


Rodeo, Music Department Feb 2014

Rodeo, Music Department

Concerts

Rodeo by Aaron Copland & Concerto in D minor by CPE Bach. Performed by the Eastern Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Richard Robert Rossi. Featuring special guest artist Rebecca Johnson, Flute.


Songs Of Love, Music Department Feb 2014

Songs Of Love, Music Department

Concerts

Performed by the EIU Choral Ensembles & EIU Symphonic Honor Choir. Conducted by Richard Robert Rossi and April Lee.


Holiday Concert, Music Department Dec 2013

Holiday Concert, Music Department

Concerts

Magnificat in G minor by Antonio Vivaldi & Overture on French Carols by Philip Lane featuring the Eastern Symphony Orchestra, the EIU Choral Ensembles, and Charleston High School Advanced Chorus.


Fright Night, Music Department Nov 2013

Fright Night, Music Department

Concerts

Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra by Benjamin Britten & selections from the movie Harry Potter performed by the Eastern Symphony Orchestra. Conducted by Richard Robert Rossi.


Cathedrals, Castles, And Colonies, Music Department Sep 2013

Cathedrals, Castles, And Colonies, Music Department

Concerts

Performed by the EIU Choral Ensembles & Collegium Musicum. Conducted by Richard Robert Rossi and April Lee.


An Integrated Approach To Preparing Paul Hindemith’S Sonata For Trombone And Piano: A Guide To Help Achieve A Better Performance, Jemmie Robertson Apr 2013

An Integrated Approach To Preparing Paul Hindemith’S Sonata For Trombone And Piano: A Guide To Help Achieve A Better Performance, Jemmie Robertson

Faculty Research and Creative Activity

The aim of this article is to enhance understanding of the Hindemith Sonata and assist performers toward performances of the highest musical quality and emotional impact. The goal is to produce a musical and historically informed performance, based on a good theoretical foundation and thorough technical preparation. We will briefly discuss the history and theory behind Hindemith’s Sonata, examine unique performance issues, and introduce ways to prepare for a successful performance with several specific exercises designed to help the trombonist decode Hindemith’s complex compositional language, which involves a unique approach to tonality and rhythm.


An Integrated Approach To Preparing Paul Hindemith’S Sonata For Trombone And Piano: A Guide To Help Achieve A Better Performance, Jemmie Robertson Apr 2013

An Integrated Approach To Preparing Paul Hindemith’S Sonata For Trombone And Piano: A Guide To Help Achieve A Better Performance, Jemmie Robertson

Faculty Research and Creative Activity

The aim of this article is to enhance understanding of the Hindemith Sonata and assist performers toward performances of the highest musical quality and emotional impact. The goal is to produce a musical and historically informed performance, based on a good theoretical foundation and thorough technical preparation. We will briefly discuss the history and theory behind Hindemith’s Sonata, examine unique performance issues, and introduce ways to prepare for a successful performance with several specific exercises designed to help the trombonist decode Hindemith’s complex compositional language, which involves a unique approach to tonality and rhythm.


Recital Analysis Of Sonata For Two Pianos In F Minor, Op. 34b, Allegro Non Troppo, By J. Brahms, Pictures At An Exhibition, By M. Mussorgsky, And Danzas Argentinas, By A. Ginastera, Natalia Cernaianu Jan 2013

Recital Analysis Of Sonata For Two Pianos In F Minor, Op. 34b, Allegro Non Troppo, By J. Brahms, Pictures At An Exhibition, By M. Mussorgsky, And Danzas Argentinas, By A. Ginastera, Natalia Cernaianu

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.


The Art Of Jazz Guitar, Steve Kaiser Jan 2013

The Art Of Jazz Guitar, Steve Kaiser

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.


Lessons And Carols, Music Department Dec 2011

Lessons And Carols, Music Department

Concerts

King's College "Service of Lessons and Carols", performed by the EIU Concert Choir and Collegium Musicum


Lessons And Carols, Music Department Dec 2010

Lessons And Carols, Music Department

Concerts

King's College "Service of Lessons and Carols", performed by the EIU Concert Choir and Collegium Musicum.


Lessons And Carols, Music Department Dec 2008

Lessons And Carols, Music Department

Concerts

King's College "Service of Lessons and Carols", "Das Neugeborne Kindelein" by Buxtehude, "Hodie Christus Natus Est" by Schutz. Performed by the EIU Concert Choir and Collegium Musicum. Conducted by Richard Robert Rossi.


Christopher Alexander, Trombone And Justin Hunt, Trombone, Music Department Apr 2006

Christopher Alexander, Trombone And Justin Hunt, Trombone, Music Department

Junior Recitals

Junior recital featuring Christopher Alexander (trombone) and Justin Hunt (trombone) with Scott Clements (bass trombone), Harrison Cole (piano), Tim Gillins (trombone), Bart Rettberg, and Rachel Warfel (piano).


Brandon Brown, Baritone, Music Department Apr 2006

Brandon Brown, Baritone, Music Department

Senior and Graduate Recitals

Senior recital featuring Brandon Brown (baritone) with Tamsin Sailors (piano).


Titus Nesbitt, Piano, Music Department Apr 2006

Titus Nesbitt, Piano, Music Department

Senior and Graduate Recitals

Senior recital featuring Titus Nesbitt (piano) with Ryan Bosick (bass), Scott Clements (trombone), Josh Fox (drums), Josh Marcus (alto saxophone), Phil Rogers (vocalist), Shaun Woolard (trumpet) and the EIU Jazz Lab Band (Paul Johnston, director).


Scott Clements, Bass Trombone, Music Department Apr 2006

Scott Clements, Bass Trombone, Music Department

General and Sophomore Recitals

A general and Sophomore recital featuring Scott Clements on bass trombone.


Josh Fox, Percussion, Music Department Apr 2006

Josh Fox, Percussion, Music Department

General and Sophomore Recitals

This Sophomore recital from April 27, 2006 featured Josh Fox on percussion, with special guest performers Terence Mayhue (percussion), Paul Johnston (piano), and Ryan Bosick (bass).


Katherine Bundy, Soprano And Megan Larson, Horn, Music Department Apr 2006

Katherine Bundy, Soprano And Megan Larson, Horn, Music Department

Junior Recitals

Junior recital featuring Katherine Bundy (soprano) and Megan Larson (horn) with Susan Teicher (piano).


Tim Gillins, Trombone, Music Department Apr 2006

Tim Gillins, Trombone, Music Department

Senior and Graduate Recitals

Senior recital featuring Tim Gillins (trombone) with Josh Marcus (alto saxophone), Kyle Slemmer (tenor saxophone), Paul Johnston (piano), Ryan Bosick (bass), Tyrone Garner II (drums) and the EIU Jazz Ensemble (Sam Fagaly, director).


Dan Cather, Piano, Music Department Apr 2006

Dan Cather, Piano, Music Department

Senior and Graduate Recitals

Senior recital featuring Dan Cather (piano) with W. David Hobbs (piano) and the EIU Concert Choir (Richard Robert Rossi, director).


Patrick Rheingruber, Percussion And David Trent Mason, Percussion, Music Department Apr 2006

Patrick Rheingruber, Percussion And David Trent Mason, Percussion, Music Department

Junior Recitals

Junior recital featuring Patrick Rheingruber (percussion) and David Trent Mason (percussion) with Josh Fox (drums), Terence Mayhue (piano), and Darin Ripperden (bass).


Dan Ripperden, Percussion, Music Department Apr 2006

Dan Ripperden, Percussion, Music Department

Junior Recitals

Junior & Senior recital featuring Ignacio J. Czako (Senior, percussion) and Darin Ripperden (Junior, percussion).


Judith Ofcarcik, Flute, Music Department Apr 2006

Judith Ofcarcik, Flute, Music Department

Senior and Graduate Recitals

Senior recital featuring Judith Ofcarcik on flute with Susan Teicher on piano.


Ignacio J. Czako, Percussion, Music Department Apr 2006

Ignacio J. Czako, Percussion, Music Department

Senior and Graduate Recitals

Senior recital featuring Ignacio J. Czako, percussion and Darin Ripperden (Junior), percussion.