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Towards A New Form Of Opera Production, David Smith, Frederick Bianchi

Publications and Research

Opera has historically been one of the most expensive and complex art forms to produce, limiting its accessibility and viability, especially for smaller companies and touring productions. This paper proposes a new model for opera production that utilizes emerging technologies—such as synchronized digital music systems, real-time projection, and programmable lighting—to create high-quality operatic experiences at significantly reduced cost. By leveraging tools like the Sinfonia system for musical timing and dynamic visual elements controlled by digital protocols, opera can be made portable, repeatable, and customizable. The model aims not to replace traditional opera but to supplement it with efficient, flexible systems …

Graduate Recital: Elisa Curren, Trumpet; November 1, 2003, Elisa Curren

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
Saturday Afternoon
November 1, 2003
4:30 p.m.

Senior Recital: Deanne Perozzi, Soprano; November 1, 2003, Deanne Perozzi

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
Saturday Evening
November 1, 2003
6:00 p.m.

Graduate Recital: Erin E. Click, Bassoon; November 1, 2003, Erin E. Click

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
Saturday Afternoon
November 1, 2003
1:30 p.m.

Adam Walton, Marimba, Music Department

General and Sophomore Recitals

This general recital from October 31, 2003 features Adam Walton (marimba) with Christopher Keniley (marimba), David Pride (marimba), Rob Reder (marimba), Adam Smith (marimba), and Lindsay Samuels (conductor).

Ensemble Concerts: Jazz Ensembles 1 And 2 Halloween Concert, October 31, 2003, School Of Music

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
Friday Evening
October 31, 2003
8:00 p.m.

Jorge A. Martinez, Viola, Jorge A. Martinez

School of Music Graduate Recitals

• JORGE A. MARTINEZ, Viola
• Tina Gorter, Piano
• assisted by LA CATRINA STRING QUARTET Daniel Vega Albela, Violin Alfredo Hernandez Cadena, Violin Alan Daowz Mendez, Cello

Jorge A. Martinez is a candidate for the Master of Music degree majoring in viola performance. He received his bachelor’s degree from the Conservatorio de Las Rosas in Mexico.

2003-2004 The Three Amigos, John Dee, Shigeru Ishikawa, Edward Turgeon

Faculty Recitals

No abstract provided.

Faculty Recital: Kathleen Randles, Mezzo-Soprano; October 30, 2003, Kathleen Randles

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
Thursday Evening
October 30, 2003
7:00 p.m.

Program: Music Of Our Time - Peter Wright, Scott Watkins, Unf Department Of Music, Peter Wright, Scott Watkins

Flyers, Playbills, Posters, and Programs

Hungarian folksong suite / Zsolt Gardonyi -- Five fragments for double clarinet / William O. Smith -- Sonata for clarinet and piano / Graham Lyons -- Two pieces / Claude Debussy -- Two Latin-American pieces / Paquito D'Rivera -- Fantasia da concerto "Rigoletto" / Luigi Bassi.

Jazz Ensemble, David Loeb, Tom Warrington, Bruce Paulson, Joe Lano, Walt Blanton, Rusty Blevins, Joe Malone, Jobelle Yonely

Jazz Ensembles

List of performers and performances.

Guest Artist Recital: Julia Larson Mattern, Flute; October 29, 2003, Julia Larson Mattern

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
Wednesday Evening
October 29, 2003
8:00 p.m.

Ensemble Concerts: Illinois State University Madrigal Singers And Acafellaz; October 28, 2003, James Major

School of Music Programs

October 28-30, 2003

Illinois State University Symphony Orchestra Fall Tour, October 28, 2003, Glenn Block

School of Music Programs

October 28-30, 2003

Recital: Convocation, October 28, 2003, School Of Music

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
Tuesday Morning
October 28, 2003
11:00 a.m.

Oktubafest, October 27, 2003, School Of Music

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing
Monday Evening
October 27, 2003
8:00 p.m.

Doris Wylee, Piano, Department Of Music, University Of Richmond

Music Department Concert Programs

No abstract provided.

Faculty Recital: Maria Staeblein, Piano; October 26, 2003, Maria Staeblein

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
Sunday Evening
October 26, 2003
8:00 p.m.

Oktubafest, October 26, 2003, School Of Music

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
Sunday Evening
October 26, 2003
7:00 p.m.

Senior Recital: Leigh Ann Singer, Flute; October 26, 2003, Leigh Ann Singer

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
Sunday Afternoon
October 26, 2003
3:30 p.m.

Senior Recital: Justin Gund, Trombone; October 26, 2003, Justin Gund

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
Sunday Afternoon
October 26, 2003
5:00 p.m.

2003-2004 The Other Trumpet: Marc Reese In Recital, Marc Reese, Lisa Leonard

Faculty Recitals

No abstract provided.

2003-2004 Alumni Concert, Aaron Mahnken, Edmilson Gomes, Eraldo Araujo, Matthew Henderson, Brandyn Alejos, Yi Zhang, Gabrielle Fink, Oliver Salonga, Cong Qin, Amanda Albert

Alumni Concerts

No abstract provided.

2003-2004 Music In Poetry: Multimedia Series, Johanne Perron, Lisa Leonard, The Smoking Loon Poetry Society

Faculty Recitals

No abstract provided.

Oktubafest: Pre-Halloween Brass Bash, October 22, 2003, School Of Music

School of Music Programs

Kemp Recital Hall
Wednesday Evening
October 22, 2003
8:00 p.m.

General Recital - October 21, 2003, Music Department

General and Sophomore Recitals

This general recital is from October 21, 2003.

Faculty Brass Quintet: Amy Gilreath, Trumpet; Adam Bergeron, Trumpet; Joe Neisler, Horn; Stephen Parsons, Trombone; Michael Forbes, Tuba; October 21, 2003, Amy Gilreath, Adam Bergeron, Joe Neisler, Stephen Parsons, Michael Forbes

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
Tuesday Evening
October 21, 2003
8:00 p.m.

Choral Arts Festival, October 20, 2003, Michael Fitch, Shawn Degenhart, John Baboukis

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
Monday Evening
October 20, 2003
6:00 p.m.

2003-2004 Jazz Meets Tango, The Core Ensemble, Tahirah Whittington, Hugh Hinton, Michael Parola, Georgina Corbo

Other Seasonal Concerts

No abstract provided.

Ensemble Concerts: Illinois State Symphony Orchestra, October 19, 2003, School Of Music

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts
Sunday Afternoon
October 19, 2003
3:00 p.m.