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Piano Personality, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

“…a powerful reading of Beethoven’s Sonata [op. 109]….impressive interpretation of Prokofiev Sonata no. 3….his fingering showed great clarity of lines, clear as crystal …How fortunate UTEP is to have him on its music staff.” By Betty Ligon.

El Paso, University Of Texas, Faculty Recital. April 18, 2004, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

"Six Songs On The Poetry Of Langston Hughes" And "With A Song In My Heart" (Commercial Recording), Dominic Dousa

Dominic Dousa

A CD featuring African American Art Song (titled "With a Song in My Heart"), including original compositions "Six Songs on the Poetry of Langston Hughes" and "With a Song in My Heart", recorded by Gerald Blanchard (baritone) and Dominic Dousa (piano). Issued by Blue Griffin Recording, BGR 117.

Just Beyond The Junkyard, Doug Lofstrom

Doug Lofstrom

Orchestral version commissioned for 2005-2006 season.

La Tradicion Pianistique Argentine, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

See "Avec la Pologne," pages 5 and 6 of the PFD document (pages 92-93 of original). This article features the most relevant Argentine leaving pianists, where they were trained and where they live today.

"Macchioni, dont les concerts récents incluen aussi bien Beethoven que Chopin au Ginastera, Guastavino et Castro, incarne parfaitement le mouvement syncrétique "américain."

Cultural Representation. Iconographic Analysis Or Early American Tango Sheet Music, Oscar Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Article.

In the last ten years, perhaps more than ever, the Argentine tango has kept the attention of composers, performers, recording companies, film makers, and audiences all over the world. There are two major periods of time when the tango enjoyed international attention. The first period, in the early 1900's, was driven by the general fever for the exotic, supported by the world fairs, as well as by radio broadcasting and the development of the transportation, film, printing and recording industries. The second period, in the 1980's, was driven almost exclusively by the entertainment industry.

The purpose of this article …

The University Of Arizona. American Musicology Society And The Society For Ethnomusicology. April 12, 2003, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Peer-reviewed selection.

In the last ten years, perhaps more than ever, the Argentine tango has kept the attention of composers, performers, recording companies, film makers, and audiences all over the world. There are two major periods of time when the tango enjoyed international attention. The first period, in the early 1900's, was driven by the general fever for the exotic, supported by the world fairs, as well as by radio broadcasting and the development of the transportation, film, printing and recording industries. The second period, in the 1980's, was driven almost exclusively by the entertainment industry.

The purpose of this …

"Visions Of The American Great Plains" For Oboe, Two Horns, And String Orchestra (Lima, Peru / 2 Performances), Dominic Dousa

Dominic Dousa

A performance of my original composition by the National Symphony Orchestra of Peru, conducted by Jose-Luis Maurtua. (Two performances - March 2 & 4, 2003)

College Music Society National Conference, Kansas City. September 20, 2002, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Peer- review selection. Lecture -Recital

Juan José Castro composed Tangos for piano in 1941. Perhaps, this is the first work for piano by a major Argentinean art-music composer that includes tango rhythm. Each tango describes a male character associated with the Argentine tango, exploring the musical, social, and cultural representation of these characters.

The first piece in the set “Evocación” (Evocation) serves as an introduction to the following four tangos. In an impressionistic and improvisatory manner, Castro evokes the famous tango La Cumparsita. The second piece “Llorón” (Whiner) portrays a common character of tango’s lyrics: a male whining, crying, and …

The University Of Arizona, Tucson. May 5, 2002, Oscar Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Doctoral Lecture-Recital.

Philosophy Of Teaching, John Siqueiros

John A. Siqueiros Mr.

The main objective of my teaching is to empower the student. I would consider myself to be a successful teacher if students graduate knowing that they can accomplish anything – knowing that success amounts to doing the right things and working hard; and, that success has little to do with demographics.

My approach to achieving this goal is to instill in the student the ability to think critically. I believe that critical thinking is the most rewarding of all of the academic activities, as it necessarily involves creativity and is a personal statement that cuts to the core of an …

Brazil, Rio De Janeiro, 36th International Council For Traditional Music World Conference. July 09, 2001, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Peer-review selection. Presenter

Panel Presentation "Returning to the Sources: Hispanic Music from the Americas in the Reconstruction of Cultural Identity.

Arizona Music Teachers Association, Tucson. June 7, 2001, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Presenter, Invited.

Presented and demonstrated how private studio teachers can enhance their teaching with the use of computer software for music theory and history. Also, attendees where informed about several free music sites where they can get music materials such as test, scores, sheet music, and where students can practice theory and aural skills.

"Visions Of The American Great Plains" For Oboe, Two Horns, And String Orchestra (Toluca, Mexico), Dominic Dousa

Dominic Dousa

A performance of my original composition by the combined Chamber Orchestras of Mexico City, and of Central Michigan University, conducted by Jose-Luis Maurtua. Also performed at Tenango del Valle (March 8, 2003). Concerts were part of a series sponsored by the Mexican Institute for Culture.

The Arabian Nights, Doug Lofstrom

Doug Lofstrom

Orchestral version commissioned for 2002-2003 season.

Tmea Xxii All Region Treble Choir, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Elisa Fraser Wilson

Dr. Wilson worked with the TMEA XXII All Region Treble Honor Choir in preparation for its final concert, which she conducted.

Victor/Victoria, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Elisa Fraser Wilson

Dr. Wilson appeared in the title role of Victoria Grant in the UTEP Dinner Theatre's production of Victor/Victoria, the comic tale of "a woman pretending to be a man pretending to be a woman."

"Visions Of The American Great Plains" For Oboe, Two Horns, And String Orchestra (Trujillo, Peru), Dominic Dousa

Dominic Dousa

A performance of my original composition by the festival chamber orchestra, conducted by Jose-Luis Maurtua.

Carnegie Hall, Weill Recital Hall, New York City. June 25, 2000, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Evita, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Elisa Fraser Wilson

Dr. Wilson appeared in the title role of Eva Peron in the UTEP Dinner Theatre's production of Evita, April - May 2000.

La Traviata, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Elisa Fraser Wilson

Dr. Wilson performed the role of Annina in El Paso Opera's 1999 production of Verdi's La Traviata.

The Colorado College, Colorado Spring. American Musicology Society And The Society For Ethnomusicology. May 9, 1999, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Peer-review selection.

Lecture-Recital.

Leader Of The Pack, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Elisa Fraser Wilson

Dr. Wilson appeared as an ensemble member of the UTEP Dinner Theatre's production of Leader of the Pack. This was her first music theatre performance in El Paso.

Survivors Symphony, Doug Lofstrom

Doug Lofstrom

No abstract provided.

Steinway Hall, New York City. January 16, 1996, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

The Mirror, Doug Lofstrom

Doug Lofstrom

Full-length ballet. Commissioned and produced by Midwest Ballet Theatre, Downers Grove, IL 1996.

Carnegie Hall, Weill Recital Hall, New York City. June 16, 1995, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Columbia University, Teachers College, New York City. June 4, 1995, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Steinway Hall, New York City. January 29, 1995, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Poland, Przemysl, Przemysl Academy Of Music. May 17, 1994, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni