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In Response To Civil Unrest: An Analysis Of Compositional Techniques As Used By Contemporary Composers For Flute, Stephanie Marie Strait

Masters Theses

The purpose of this applied research study was to identify a selection of works for flute that were composed in response to circumstances of civil unrest to discover how the composers utilized the flute as a medium for expression, and to study the compositional techniques used to communicate with the performer. These techniques were explored and demonstrated in a lecture recital. Gaining insight and understanding of the compositional process as it relates to the composers’ experiences aids the performer in offering a convincing and informed rendering of these pieces. It also contributes to the body of literature regarding composition methodology, …

Destiny Diaz In A Senior Instrumental Recital, Destiny Diaz

Student Concert Performances, Programs, and Posters

This is the program for the senior flute recital of Destiny Diaz held on April 14, 2023, in the McBeth Recital Hall.

Approaching Fifth To Sixth Grade Flute Pedagogy Considering Vark Learning Styles Model, Julie Vanderlugt

Senior Honors Theses

The benefits of learning an instrument for childhood development intersecting with the positive growth trend in homeschooled families generates increased demand in value for supporting resources. Creating resources that would include learning styles defined by the VARK model (Visual, Auditory, Read/Write, Kinesthetic) designed to engage students during their particular developmental stage enhances at-home music education. The compiled research surrounding VARK learning styles and flute specific pedagogy would provide a foundation for specialized flute exercises and activities for fifth to sixth grade students learning to play the flute in a homeschooled or private lesson setting. The structure of the thesis is …

The Music Bluetooth Controller: An Intersection Between Technology And Music, Lydia Wu

Senior Honors Theses

The modern musician faces a new challenge: how can technology be used to enhance a performance? This thesis documents the development of a Bluetooth remote controller that will aid today’s performing musicians by interacting with a digital display (e.g., an iPad) to flip musical score pages remotely. At its core, while mimicking a Bluetooth pedal (the current industry standard), this device attaches to the musician’s hand. In its pilot stages, the device has been referred to “MBC” (Music Bluetooth Controller).

Soraya Peront, Senior Flute Recital, Soraya Peront

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

A Performer’S Guide To And Analysis Of David Heath’S Out Of The Cool, Rumania, And Coltrane, Lindsey O'Connor

Glenn Korff School of Music: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Creative Work, and Performance

The purpose of this document is to provide an introduction to and analysis of the three jazz-inspired early works of British composer David C. Heath (b. 1956), all arranged for saxophone by the composer—Out of the Cool (1978), Rumania (1979), and Coltrane (1981). By examining Heath’s relatively unexplored repertoire for saxophone, this research aims to encourage further research and performance of his music.

Heath is a freelance composer and flutist currently residing in Edinburgh, Scotland in the United Kingdom. He has written major works for notable performing artists such as The Ascension (1994) for flutist James Galway, African Sunrise/Manhattan Rave …

Emily Brubaker And Soraya Wiese, Junior And Sophomore Horn And Flute Recital, Emily Brubaker, Soraya Wiese

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Emily Brubaker And Soraya Wiese, Junior And Sophomore Horn And Flute Recital, Emily Brubaker, Soraya Wiese

Student Recitals

No abstract provided.

Chloé Lance, Junior Flute Recital, Chloé Anne Elois Lance

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

State Of The Art: A Sampling Of Twenty-First-Century American Baroque Flute Pedagogy, Tamara Tanner

Glenn Korff School of Music: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Creative Work, and Performance

During the Baroque flute revival in 1970s Europe, American modern flute instructors who were interested in studying Baroque flute traveled to Europe to work with professional instructors. They then transmitted that knowledge to their students upon returning to America, furthering the modern study of Baroque flute in America. Now, thanks to their efforts and those of academic institutions and professional organizations such as the National Flute Association, there are many opportunities in America to hear performances by dynamic Baroque flutists, to perform and compete on Baroque flute, and to learn from respected Baroque flute instructors. There are also numerous texts …

Sharri K Hall, Senior Flute Recital, Sharri K. Hall

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Emily Sulka, Junior Flute Recital, Emily Sulka

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Three Flute Chamber Works By Alberto Ginastera: Intertwining Elements Of Art And Folk Music, Breta L. Neel

Glenn Korff School of Music: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Creative Work, and Performance

Alberto Ginastera’s output includes three chamber works containing the flute, all composed within the period of objective nationalism (1934-1947), a designation provided by the composer to encompass those works that present folk elements in an overt manner in a largely tonal framework. Impresiones de la Puna and Cantos del Tucumán, written in 1934 and 1938 respectively, contain salient folk elements and are thus representative pieces of this stylistic period. In addition to folk characteristics, these early works also contain pitch-class sets which serve to unify the pieces, thereby suggesting future elements of the composer’s style. The Duo for Flute …

The Biomechanics Of Music Performance, Rachel F. Bellisle, Jessika Decker

Senior Honors Projects

When first learning to play a wind instrument, beginner musicians are taught how to hold their instrument and correctly position their body. They are taught how to sit, where to put their hands and fingers on the keys, and how to hold their arms. This initial lesson on posture and hand positioning is often short, as one quickly moves on to learn the embouchure and breathing techniques that allow sound to be produced. As a musician progresses in skill, positioning is emphasized more, and they learn that it can affect their risk of strain or injury and improve their sound …

Sharri K. Hall, Junior Flute Recital, Sharri K. Hall

Junior and Senior Recitals

No abstract provided.

Flute Music Of Luigi Zaninelli, Luigi Zaninelli, Julie M. Maisel, Catherina Lemoni-O'Doherty, John Hearne

Music recordings

Dedication inside front cover of the CD

"This recording has been a labour of love and a long journey which has finally come to fruition. It all began with an idea that developed into a doctoral dissertation The Flute Music of Luigi Zaninelli, which has now, many years later, culminated with this CD.

Heartfelt thanks to:

Jiggery Pokery Productions (Laoise O'Brien and Ben Rawlins); my wonderful colleagues who graciously agreed to participate in this project; Sandford Parish Church for the use of their beautiful facilities; and my husband, family, friends, and teachers who have supported me throughout this journey and …

Sharri Hall, Flute, And Rachel Blizzard, Harp, Sharri Hall, Rachel Blizzard

Student Recitals

No abstract provided.

A Performance Guide And Comparison Of Three Works For Flute And Piano By David Maslanka: Duo, Songs Of My Nights, And "...And I Am A Child Before There Are Words...", Christa K. Krause

Glenn Korff School of Music: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Creative Work, and Performance

Having written over forty works for wind ensemble, many of which have become part of the standard repertoire, David Maslanka (b. 1943) is known today as one of the leading wind band composers of our time. Maslanka’s compositional output also includes many solo and chamber works for wind and percussion instruments, and several orchestral and choral works. Although Maslanka’s solo and chamber works have become increasingly popular, his three works for flute and piano—Duo (1972), Songs of My Nights (2009), and “…and I am a child before there are words…” (2011), are still relatively unknown to flutists. …

Sunrise At Roanoke, Roger Lowe

Original Compositions

Music for flute and harp

This piece was inspired by the beautiful sunrises over Albemarle sound at Roanoke Island off the coast of North Carolina. This music, in the timeless style of the Impressionist composers makes a wonderful concert or recital piece. If no harp is available, the accompaniment may be played on the piano.

Purchase the full score on SheetMusicPlus.

Flutist Leo Sussman Wins State Competition, Lawrence University

Press Releases

Lawrence University sophomore Leo Sussman earned first-place honors in the recent Wisconsin Flute Festival Young Artist Collegiate Competition in Madison.

Sussman was one of three flutists who performed a 15-minute program of his choosing in the finals held at the Pyle Center at the University of Wisconsin. Finalists were selected based on a previously submitted unedited recording of two contrasting movements from John La Montaine’s “Sonata for Flute Solo, Op. 24.” Sussman received $300 for his winning performance.

This was his second competition win as a Lawrence student. Last July, he won the San Francisco Flute Festival in his hometown. …

Kathryn Lee In A Senior Flute Recital, Kathryn Lee

Student Concert Performances, Programs, and Posters

This is the program for the senior flute recital of Kathryn Lee. Ms. Lee was accompanied by Susan Monroe on the piano. This recital took place on April 12, 2013, in the McBeth Recital Hall in the Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Amen: Female Voices, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

3 pages.

Christ, You Are The Fullness Of God (2): Satb Choir, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

6 pages.

Jesus Christ Is Born Today: Satb Choir, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

3 pages.

Lord, Today Bless This New Marriage: Two-Part Voices, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

3 pages.

My Heart Rejoices: Sab Choir, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

This piece is based on Dietrich Buxtehude's musical composition "Mein Gemut erfreuet sich". The text is from the original score and from Ambrose, 4th century, and Martin Luther, 1523, translated by Calvin Seerveld, 1984. This edition by Dale Grotenhuis is based on the Hilmar Trede editions, which was in turn based on the original manuscript. Includes instrumentation for organ or two flutes, two oboes, three trumpets, four trombones, two violins, and continuo; 29 pages.

The Heavens Declare Thy Glory: Satb Choir, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

4 pages.

The Christmas Story In Hymns And Carols: Cantata, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

A Christmas cantata for SATB choir, congregation, optional youth choir, trumpet and flute with narration. Hymns and carols included are: Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus (Psalmodia Sacra, Gotha, Charles Wesley); To a Virgin Meek and Mind (Spanish Carol, English Version, V.E. Boe and Oscar Overby); Infant Holy, Infant Lowly (Polish Carol, para., Edith Reed); Angels We Have Heard on High (French Carol, Traditional); Jesus Christ Today is Born (Piae Cantienes, Tr. G.R. Woodward); Angels From the Realms of Glory (Henry Smart, James Montgomery); Now the Holy Child is Born (Normandy Folk Song); Joy to the World (G.F. Handel-Mason, Isaac Watts). Duration: …

The Lord At First Did Adam Make: Satb Choir, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

4 pages.

The People Who In Darkness Walked: Satb Choir, Dale Grotenhuis

Choral Arrangements and Compositions

5 pages.