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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

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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 …