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An Analysis Of Western Art Music Arrangements For Steel Pan Chamber Ensemble, Ian Meiman

Dissertations

This dissertation is an analysis of western art music arrangements for steel pan chamber ensembles. Specifically, this dissertation will analyze how certain arrangers have adapted western art music for steel pan chamber ensemble while discussing the possible methods the arranger used to create this adaptation. The analysis will observe the melodic, harmonic, rhythmic, and other significant alterations made in the steel pan chamber arrangement, and discuss any changes made, whether due to the adaptation of the instruments or otherwise, from the original works. The dissertation will also include a brief historical discussion on western art music’s influence of early steel …

Solo Trombone With Electronic Accompaniment: An Analysis And Performance Guide For Three Recent Compositions, Joshua Mize

Dissertations

This dissertation examines three solo trombone works, each with a different electronic accompaniment–fixed media, live electronics with a computer, and live electronics with a loop station. A historical and cultural background establishes a context for each accompaniment type, followed by a brief introduction of the selected composition and its composer. Then, an analysis of the piece explores how the electronic accompaniment functions within the context of the solo. Finally, a performance guide addresses rehearsal techniques and important aspects of performing with the different electronic accompaniments. The final product is a pedagogical resource representing current literature for the trombone and electronics …

Piano Studio Recital, November 26, 2019, Lawrence Halsey, Marilyn Forman, Carter Campbell, Andrey Kasparov, Andrei S. Johnson, Oksana Lutsyshyn, Joel Sanford, John Toomey, Sean Hynes, Robert Stahl, Rebecca Raydo

Faculty Recitals

Lawrence Halsey, from the studio of Professor Forman

Carter Campbell, from the studio of Professor Kasparov

Andrei S Johnson, from the studio of Professor Lutsyshyn

Joel Sanford, from the studio of Professor Toomey

Sean Hynes, from the studio of Professor Forman

Robert Stahl From the studio of Professor Raydo

Percussion Ensemble: "Home Sweet Home", Old Dominion University Percussion Ensemble, David L. Walker (Director)

Ensemble Performances

Old Dominion University Percussion Ensemble:

• Ethan Cagle
• Jashkal Germelus
• Christian Madsen
• Benton Maldonado
• Ashanti Matthews
• Kyle McCormick
• Christian Mitchell
• Forrest Nodland
• Danny Slader
• Daniel Stazer
• Michael Vazquez
• Michael Walker
• Sarah Williams
• Jon Wudijono
• Paul Zybak

Stephen Coxe, Piano

Dichotomies: Lessons From A College Life On Tour, Alexander J. Dontre

All Faculty and Staff Scholarship

In this unique memoir, the author reveals his struggles and triumphs as a touring musician pursuing a college education. From 2011-2017, Alex Dontre performed 505 concerts with his band Psychostick while simultaneously enrolled in rigorous online courses. It culminated with a master's degree in Business Psychology from Franklin University, at which time he gave the commencement speech at his graduation as valedictorian.

Choral Classics Concert, I. C. Norcom High School Concert Choir, Old Dominion University Russell Stanger String Quartet, Joe L. Harmon Iii (Conductor), F. Ludwig Diehn Chorale, Nancy K. Klein (Conductor), Rebecca Barclay, Bobbie Kesler-Corleto

Ensemble Performances

Sololists:

Ivin Bellamy, bass, will perform the Benedictus. He is a junior who participates in basketball, volleyball, track and field, orchestra and chorus. He plans to at-tend the University of North Carolina majoring in music.

Kiyah Bracy, soprano, performs as soloist on the Kyrie. She is a senior who par-ticipates in theatre and chorus. She plans on attending Georgia State University with a major in human biology, aspiring to be a pediatric surgeon.

Taniyah Colter, soprano, sings as soloist on the Gloria. She is a senior and is the vice president of the choral program. She hopes …

Sms- Chi Yong Yun Piano Concert, Andrews University

Concerts and Event Programs 2019-2020

Pianist Chi Yong Yun performs masterworks by the Romantic greats.

Violet's Journey, Dallas Heaton, Usu Opera

All Music Department Programs

USU Opera Theatre presents "Violet's Journey", an original adaptation of "Violet" by Jeanine Tesori and Brian Crawley and "Spitfire Grill" by James Valcq and Fred Alley, arranged and produced by Dallas Heaton

Odu Russell Stanger String Quartet And Odu Cello Choir, Old Dominion University Russell Stanger String Quartet, Old Dominion University Cello Choir, Leslie J. Fritelli

Ensemble Performances

ODU Russell Stanger String Quartet:

• Jordan Goodmurphy, Violin
• Emily Pollard, Violin
• Joshua Clarke, Viola
• Michael Russo, Cello

ODU Cello Choir:

• Carter Campbell
• Trinity Green
• Joshua Kahn
• Lexi McGinn
• Avery Suhay
• Aleta Tomas
• Lacey Wilson

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Dallas Heaton, Usu Opera, Errik M. Hood

All Music Department Programs

USU Opera production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" by William Finn, Rachel Sheinkin, Rebecca Feldman with additional material by Jay Reiss.

Graduate Recital: Tzu-Hsuan Yang, Piano; November 22, 2019, Tzu-Hsuan Yang

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
November 22, 2019
Friday Evening
6:00 p.m.

Jazz Small Groups, (Combos 4 & 5), November 21, 2019, Lawrence University

Conservatory of Music Concert Programs

Harper Hall

Jazz & Contemporary Combos, Department Of Music, University Of Richmond

Music Department Concert Programs

No abstract provided.

Faculty Recital Amanda Mccandless, Clarinet, November 21, 2019 [Program], University Of Northern Iowa. School Of Music.

Music Recital Programs

Program of a music recital given by faculty, students, or guest artists from the School of Music at the University of Northern Iowa.

Guest Artist Recital: Jemal Tavadze, Piano, November 21, 2019 [Program], University Of Northern Iowa. School Of Music.

Music Recital Programs

Program of a music recital given by faculty, students, or guest artists from the School of Music at the University of Northern Iowa.

Uni Jazz Band One, November 21, 2019 [Program], University Of Northern Iowa. School Of Music.

Music Recital Programs

Program of a music recital given by faculty, students, or guest artists from the School of Music at the University of Northern Iowa.

2019-2020 Performance Forum - November 21, 2019, Sol Ochoa Castro, Luis Angel Guiterrez Rapalda, Jannina Eliana Pena, Jonathon Winter, Moises Molina, Hyemin Lee, Georgiy Khokhlov, Nicole Marie P. Cortero, Gabriel Galley, Sheng Yuan Kuan, Daniel Guevara, Vishnu Ramankutty, Clarissa Vieira, Sharon Villegas

Performance Forum

No abstract provided.

Wind Symphony, November 21, 2019, Anthony C. Marinello Iii, Elizabeth Thompson

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
November 21, 2019
Thursday Evening
8:00 p.m.

Jazz Small Groups, (Combos 2 & 3), November 20, 2019, Lawrence University

Conservatory of Music Concert Programs

Harper Hall

Old Dominion University Wind Ensemble: Angels, Old Dominion University Wind Ensemble, Brian Diller (Director), Raquel Rodriguez Samayoa (Performer), Laura Johnson (Graduate Conductor), Victoria Magnusson (Performer), Grafton High School Wind Ensemble, Darren Kirsch (Director)

Ensemble Performances

No abstract provided.