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Jussi Bjorling Vs Enrico Caruso, Geirr Oppi

Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

In the Scandinavian JB Society's Tidning, number 48, Spring 2012, there are a few statements which should be commented on.

Sony Releases A New Transcription Of Rca's 1955 Aida, Kristian Krogholm

Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

Twenty-three years after the first CD release of the 1955 Milanov-Bjorling recording of Aida, Sony has finally dug out the original tapes to commemorate Verdi 200 years after his birth, thus also honoring the memory of some of the greatest singers of the 20th century to interpret on of his operas.

A Recommended Version Of Jussi's 1940 Ballo, Goran Forsling

Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

Here is Goran Forsling's fine review of the latest incarnation of the Met's 1940 broadcast of Un ballo in maschera. His judgment: this version is sufficiently improved over previous transcriptions, to be considered a MusicWeb International RECORDING OF THE MONTH for December 2013.

Joseph Calleja "Honored" To Become Jbs Advisor, Dan Shea

Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

Maltese tenor Joseph Calleja sang two iconic roles this past year at Lyric Opera of Chicago. Puccini's Rodolfo in March and Verdi's Alfredo ill November-December. The Tribune said of him in LA boheme , "The tenorial sound he poured out was gleaming, even, and powerful, its quick vibrato apt for conveying Rodolfo's passionate and volatile nature. He made the most of his big aria ... " I was there for the last performance (with three JBS pals from Paso Robles) und especially enjoyed the energy of his Act 3 arioso as "'ell as the beautifully sculpted mezza voce lines of …

Polymath Richard England To Join Jbs Advisory Board, Dan Shea

Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

In architectural circles. Malta's Richard England is famous for his work in the Mediterranean region where his buildings and designs have earned him numerous international awards. He also is a sculptor, published artist, poet, and philosopher whose work is widely admired, as you can see by going to any internet search engine and entering his name (with Malta, to gee to the right RE). But what brought him to my own attention first were his essays about opera and great singers published in internet sites like Grandi-Tenori and its online successor Opera Vivra (recommended!).

Irene Dalis Joins The Jbs Honorary Advisory Board, Walter Rudolph

Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

Irene Dalis retires from the company she founded, Opera San Jose. in Mar 2014. But prior to that, she was one of the finest mezzo-sopranos in the world. A student of Martha Modl, she learned her craft in the Oldenburgisches Stadtstheater in Germany before joining the Berlin Stadtische Oper (Deutsche Oper) where she was singing before her debut al the Metropolitan Opera in 1957.

Varmland, The Bjorling Boys' Last Tour And Us Plans, Harald Henrysson

Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

The Swedish province of Varmland, bordering on Norway in the west of the country, is known for natural beauty. "Its valleys and forests bring me silence and peace, the air is fresh on its hill, the waterfalls sing their delightful song," to quote "Ack Varmland, Du skona" ("Oh varmland, thou fairest").

Notes From The President, Walter B. Rudolph

Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

As February turns to March, March always brings to mind Jussi Bjorling singing "Diamonds on the March Snow" and thoughts of Spring. With these ideas we greet each f you Jussiphiles. Fulfill your fancy with the 2014 Journal and all of the news, reviews and memories of Jussi Bjorling.

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Journal of the Jussi Björling Societies of the USA & UK

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Mike Conrad, Piano, October 4, 2021 [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.

Wind Symphony, October 3, 2021, Anthony C. Marinello, Lauren Bobarsky

School of Music Programs

Center for the Performing Arts

October 3rd, 2021

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The Application Of Critical Theory To A Sixth Grade General Music Class, Frank Abrahams

Visions of Research in Music Education

This article looks at critical theory as a post-modern philosophical foundation for a sixth grade general music curriculum. The author reviews the literature on critical theory, discussing the origins of the theory in Frankfurt, Germany in the early 1920s and traces the applications critical theory finds in American schools of the current era. The author suggests that critical theory is appropriate for music education as it empowers musicianship and enables music teachers to connect the music children experience in school with the music they hear outside. The author describes how critical theory may inform and transform the development of a …

Musical Knowledge And Choral Curriculum Development, David Bower

Visions of Research in Music Education

This paper examines the nature of musical knowledge as it impacts choral curriculum development. The author suggests that musical knowledge is broader than the mere recitation of facts and therefore argues for a praxial conception of musical knowledge. Based on David Elliott's philosophy of music education, the author suggests that the choral curriculum emphasize process over product and explores ways that constructivism may inform the delivery of choral music instruction.

A Hierarchy Of Rhythm Performance Patterns For Kindergarten Children, Debbie Lynn Wolf

Visions of Research in Music Education

The purpose of this research was to improve understanding of the musical abilities of kindergarten children and to establish a hierarchy of rhythm patterns performed by these subjects. The "Rhythm Pattern Performance Test" (RPT), an investigator-designed music achievement test for kindergarten subjects, examined the ability to perform rhythm patterns in imitative response to a recorded model. The test consisted of thirty recorded rhythm patterns, and required approximately four minutes to administer to each subject. Subjects (N =165) were audiotape recorded as they listened and imitated each of the patterns; their recorded responses were evaluated by two independent judges using a …

The Relationship Of Vocal Accuracy, Gender, And Music Aptitude Amoung Elementary Students, Susan C. Guerrini

Visions of Research in Music Education

The purpose of the study was to gain insight into how children in the fourth and fifth grade acquire singing ability. The question to be pursued in the course of this study is as follows: What differences are found in children's singing accuracy relative to tonal music aptitude and gender? The students in the sample comprised the entire fourth and fifth grades in a suburban middleclass school. There were 174 students with gender almost evenly distributed; specifically 86 males and 88 females. Students were audio taped singing three separate tasks: 1) patterns from the Singing Voice Development Measure (SVDM), 2) …

Influences Of Gender And Sex-Stereotyping Of Middle School Student's Perception And Selection Of Musical Instruments: A Review Of The Literature, Mark J. Walker

Visions of Research in Music Education

Gender stereotypes continue to persist at all levels regarding male and female participation in music. Indeed, stereotypes are evident at the elementary and middle school levels when children choose a musical instrument for study in beginning band or orchestra. Research has shown sex-stereotyping of instruments to exist, often unconsciously, in both males and females. Usually, trombones, drums, tubas are viewed as being overtly masculine instruments while the flute, clarinet, and oboe are viewed as being overtly feminine instruments. These masculine and feminine characteristics that are placed on these instruments are often transferred to the individual who plays them. These stereotypes …

The Application Of Critical Theory To A Sixth Grade General Music Class, Frank Abrahams

Visions of Research in Music Education

This article looks at critical theory as a post-modern philosophical foundation for a sixth grade general music curriculum. The author reviews the literature on critical theory, discussing the origins of the theory in Frankfurt, Germany in the early 1920s and traces the applications critical theory finds in American schools of the current era. The author suggests that critical theory is appropriate for music education as it empowers musicianship and enables music teachers to connect the music children experience in school with the music they hear outside. The author describes how critical theory may inform and transform the development of a …

A New Vision, Cecil Adderley

Visions of Research in Music Education

No abstract provided.

The Relationship Of Vocal Accuracy, Gender, And Music Aptitude Amoung Elementary Students, Susan C. Guerrini

Visions of Research in Music Education

The purpose of the study was to gain insight into how children in the fourth and fifth grade acquire singing ability. The question to be pursued in the course of this study is as follows: What differences are found in children's singing accuracy relative to tonal music aptitude and gender? The students in the sample comprised the entire fourth and fifth grades in a suburban middleclass school. There were 174 students with gender almost evenly distributed; specifically 86 males and 88 females. Students were audio taped singing three separate tasks: 1) patterns from the Singing Voice Development Measure (SVDM), 2) …

Musical Knowledge And Choral Curriculum Development, David Bower

Visions of Research in Music Education

This paper examines the nature of musical knowledge as it impacts choral curriculum development. The author suggests that musical knowledge is broader than the mere recitation of facts and therefore argues for a praxial conception of musical knowledge. Based on David Elliott's philosophy of music education, the author suggests that the choral curriculum emphasize process over product and explores ways that constructivism may inform the delivery of choral music instruction.

A Hierarchy Of Rhythm Performance Patterns For Kindergarten Children, Debbie Lynn Wolf

Visions of Research in Music Education

The purpose of this research was to improve understanding of the musical abilities of kindergarten children and to establish a hierarchy of rhythm patterns performed by these subjects. The "Rhythm Pattern Performance Test" (RPT), an investigator-designed music achievement test for kindergarten subjects, examined the ability to perform rhythm patterns in imitative response to a recorded model. The test consisted of thirty recorded rhythm patterns, and required approximately four minutes to administer to each subject. Subjects (N =165) were audiotape recorded as they listened and imitated each of the patterns; their recorded responses were evaluated by two independent judges using a …