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Performing Original Arrangements Of Jazz Repertoire, Spencer M. Mackey

Honors Capstones

My goal with this Capstone project was to encapsulate my four years of music and jazz education at Northern Illinois University into a senior recital. I picked repertoire that spanned my whole college career and decided to arrange for jazz combo settings which is something I enjoy doing a lot. Arranging is an important concept in jazz music. My research for this project took a relatively simple approach; I listened to jazz music. Specifically, I listened to multiple versions of the tunes on my recital, compositions by the composers I was featuring on my recital, and other various recordings that …

Exploring The Bass Trombone, Liam Kantzler

Honors Capstones

The purpose of the capstone is to provide a performance on the bass trombone that explores many different styles of music. I will use different techniques to evoke many different styles, as well as performing pieces outside of the standard repertoire, and some that aren't written for the instrument. The process for this capstone began long before the project began, although the preparation for the performance included daily practice and study of each of the pieces. Many rehearsals were put together, including music for chamber music portions and a few to put solo parts with piano accompaniment. The performance itself …

Eliciting A Syncopated Response From An Ensemble, Thomas Trautman

Dissertations

This dissertation began the process of aggregating available knowledge on the subject of eliciting a syncopated response from a musical ensemble from professors of conducting and conducting textbooks, searching for commonalities, and distilling them into several independent variables which can then be quantitatively tested in an experimental or quasi-experimental setting in future research.

Participants (n = 11) were Directors of Choral Activities, or any other job title with similar responsibilities, at universities which confer doctoral degrees in Choral Conducting. Each participant was required to have a different educational background than every other participant. Participants were given 15 examples of …

Spring Music Series (April 25-28, 2024), Lindenwood University

Student Music Performance Programs

Event program for the Spring Music Series (April 25-28, 2024), Lindenwood University.

Spring Concerts (April 22, 23, 2024), Lindenwood University

Student Music Performance Programs

Event program for the Spring Concerts (April 22, 23, 2024), Lindenwood University.

A Study Of Selected Vocal Works By Shande Ding: The Mysterious Sound Of Flute And Poems On Western Yunnan, Chuyan Luo

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

This study aims to delve into and interpret “The Mysterious Sound of Flute” and “Poems on Western Yunnan” from a singer’s perspective while also providing guidance and recommendations for other performers. The research encompasses the history of Chinese art songs, a biography of Shande Ding, and an introduction to his compositional style. A comprehensive examination of each song includes background information, song analysis, translation, a Chinese lyric diction guide, and performance suggestions.

Art songs constitute a significant genre in music composition, and Chinese art songs have yielded numerous outstanding composers and captivating works over the years. Among these composers, Shande …

Faculty Recital: Deanne Mohr, Deanne Mohr

Music Programs

This recital was performed in the WSU Recital Hall on March 26, 2024, by Deanne Mohr (piano), featuring Eric Brisson as narrator for the final piece of the program. Mohr’s performance featured music from the Baroque, Classical, Neoclassical, and Romantic Eras. This performance portrayed how the music from various periods differ in form, style, and subject matter.

Voices Only Reunion Concert (March 23, 2024), Lindenwood University

Student Music Performance Programs

Event program for the Voices Only Reunion Concert (March 23, 2024).

Music Performance Anxiety: Should It Be Addressed In Music Curricula And By Whom?, Kaitlynn Kamer

Honors Projects

Music performance anxiety (MPA) impacts musicians of all skill levels, as demonstrated by existing research on both student and professional musicians. Although most musicians experience MPA, it is not formally addressed in music curriculum. This study seeks to evaluate the views and discourse around MPA in the collegiate music community through a survey of 66 college music students, 17 faculty members, and a series of secondary interviews. Through the results of the surveys and interviews, the thoughts on MPA from both the faculty and student perspective will be discussed. Upon reviewing the results of study, possible avenues for addressing MPA …

New Hampshire, Liam Thomas

West Chester University Master’s Theses

New Hampshire is a concept album: a recording project inspired by Robert Frost’s (1874-1963) large poetic work of the same title. After reading Frost’s lengthy first poem (also titled “New Hampshire”) I felt an immediate connection between his texts and my musical style. Frost’s “New Hampshire” features many depictions of nature and creates mystery through its colorful, sometimes vague imagery that leaves interpretive space for the imaginative reader, which, in my opinion, is the mark of a great poet. As a reflection of Frost’s text, my album contains atmospheric, ambient music drawing influence from folk, Americana, rock, jazz, with the …

The Art Of Sustaining Orchestras Through Intentional Educational Experiences, Kimberly Souther

Dissertations, 2020-current

The purpose of this study is to identify the most current and successful advances in audience engagement that champion connection and result in sustainability through purposeful educational experiences.

The Symphony Orchestra currently serves an audience which represents a multiplicity of perspectives, background, and understanding. In an era of expanded canon and outreach to local communities, the orchestra must acknowledge that change is necessary if we are to truly create fulfilling experiences for our listeners. Unfortunately, many orchestras fail to connect their outreach to the concert hall, woefully categorizing their patrons into pre-determined subsets. What if all patrons were trusted with …

Lillian Beck, Soprano, Senior Voice Recital, Lillian Beck

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Karenna Schick, Senior Trumpet Recital, Karenna Schick

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

General Recital, Cedarville University

General Recitals

No abstract provided.

Composition Recital Fall Program, Cedarville University

Student Composition Recitals

No abstract provided.

Community Christmas Celebration, Cedarville University

Ensemble Concerts

No abstract provided.

Timothy Elliott, Senior Percussion Recital, Timothy Elliott

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Esther Dixon, Senior Piano Recital, Esther Dixon

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

The Power Of Female: The Representation Of Female Composers Through A Senior Flute Recital, Savannah Palmer

Honors Program Theses and Research Projects

In a prominent number of musical performances, the number of female compositions being performed is small. The dominance of male composers throughout time has created a barrier that prevents female composers from being represented in the music community. Female composers possess great creativity and virtuosity in their compositions, yet gender bias impacts their representation in music repertoire, specifically flute repertoire (Fairouz, 2017). With less than 6.10 percent of female compositions being programmed in concerts and recitals, members of various communities are lacking exposure to the powerful musical works that women create (Peters, 2016). To empower female composers and demonstrate their …

Abigail Lilite, Senior Piano Recital, Abigail Lilite

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Winter Music Series (November 30, December 1-2, 2023), Lindenwood University

Student Music Performance Programs

Event program for the Winter Music Series (November 30, December 1-2, 2023).

Holiday Concert (November 28, 2023), Lindenwood University

Student Music Performance Programs

Event program for Holiday Concert (November 28, 2023)

Megan Gorog, Senior Violin Recital, Megan Gorog

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Corinne Turner, Senior Clarinet Recital, Corinne Turner

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Catherine Estes, Violin, And Olexia Merchant, Piano, Sophomore Recital, Catherine Estes, Olexia Merchant

Student Recitals

No abstract provided.

Fall Music Series (November 17, 20, 2023), Lindenwood University

Student Music Performance Programs

Event program for the Fall Music Series (November 17, 20, 2023).

Tenth Annual, 'We Sing' Voice Vespers, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2023-2024

Presentations by the voice students of the Andrews University Department of Music for the annual voice vespers. Come reflect on these powerful and moving promises of faith.

Christopher Staufer, Junior Cello Recital, Christopher Staufer

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Concert Chorale Fall Concert, Cedarville University

Ensemble Concerts

No abstract provided.

Madrigal Choir Fall Concert, Cedarville University

Ensemble Concerts

No abstract provided.