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Highlights In Jazz Concert 292- Salute To Jay Leonhart, Jack Kleinsinger, Danny Gottlieb

Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights in Jazz

Jack Kleinsinger presents Highlights in Jazz. The concert was held at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Thursday, December 11th, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Jack served as producer and master of ceremonies for the series of concerts. Artists for the concert include Jay Leonhart, Barbara Carroll, Carolyn Leonhart, Wayne Escoffery, Ken Peplowski, Byron Stripling, Harry Allen, Ted Rosenthal, and Alvin Atkinson, with surprise guests Michael Leonhart, Donna Leonhart, John Colianni, Adam Nimmer, and Houston Person.

The Historical Development Of The Modern Worship Song, Travis Doucette

Senior Honors Theses

For centuries, followers of Christ have used music as a channel of communicating their love and adoration towards their Creator and Savior, Jesus Christ. In fact, the use of music with God’s people is encouraged throughout the pages of Scripture. In the Old Testament, the psalmist writes, “Sing to him a new song; play skillfully and shout for joy.” In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul writes to the Ephesians, “Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs.” Throughout Christian history, wherever there has been renewal, revival and restoration, fresh songs of praise and worship have followed and …

Piano Study And Gender Associations: A Query Into The Perceptions Of Children Ages Five To Fourteen, Richard C. Winfree

Music Theses & Dissertations

From its inception, male composers and performers such as Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, Rachmaninoff, Cliburn, and Kempffhad dominated piano performance. Recent research suggests, however, that the piano has been designated with a feminine gender stereotype. The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of public school children ages five to fourteen years old relative to gender association and piano study to determine if a gender stereotype existed and at what age, if any, the stereotype stabilized.

To achieve this purpose, two surveys were created and implemented by the researcher. The first survey was administered to 879 students in …

Contemporary Voices: Scenes From Modern Opera And Musical Theatre, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Selected Works Temporary Series

Dr. Wilson directed and produced this scenes concert of modern music for the stage.

Highlights In Jazz Concert 290- Jazz Is My Passport, Jack Kleinsinger, Danny Gottlieb

Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights in Jazz

Jack Kleinsinger presents Highlights in Jazz. The concert was held at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Thursday, October 16th, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Jack served as producer and master of ceremonies for the series of concerts. Artists for the concert include Eldar, Trio Da Paz, Warren Chiasson, Roni Ben-Hur, Dr. Lyn Christie, and surprise guest Fukushi Tainaka.

Recital, Utep Faculty Recital Series (October 12, 2008), Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A faculty recital presentation by Stephanie Schweigart (violin and viola) and Dominic Dousa (piano).

An Early American Family Of Flutists, Wendell Dobbs

Music Faculty Research

An overview of the history of a dynasty of flutists, flute manufacturers and music publishers established by English emigrant Edward R. Riley in New York. Riley and copperplate printer Thomas Adams formed the firm Riley & Adams in 1812. It is said that all his three sons became music publishers, music instrument manufacturers and retailers.

A Critical Review Of Violin Solos Section Of The Nyssma Manual, Di Su

Publications and Research

The New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) runs an annual evaluation of students' musical performance. The purposes of the evaluation are to promote music programs in the schools and communities of New York State, and to provide a means of objective evaluation of musical performance. The evaluation is influential because the selections of participant for All-State, All-County, and other music festivals are mainly based upon NYSSMA scores. To familiarize the evaluation criteria and to prepare students to meet the requirements, New York State music teachers use the "NYSSMA Manual" as an important teaching guide. Aiming at future revisions, this …

Inside Unlv, Diane Russell, Shane Bevell, Jennifer Vaughan

Inside UNLV

No abstract provided.

Highlights In Jazz Concert 289- Keely Smith In Concert, Jack Kleinsiner, Danny Gottlieb

Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights in Jazz

Jack Kleinsinger presents Highlights in Jazz. The concert was held at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Thursday, September 18th, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Jack served as producer and master of ceremonies for the series of concerts. Artists for the concert include Dennis Michaels, Jerry Vivino, Michael Morelli, Mike Merritt, Steve Bargonetti, Ray Marchica, and surprise guest Kenny Ascher.

'Ii. Running With The Wind' From "Two Pieces For Flute And Piano", Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A performance of my original composition by Melissa Colgin-Abeln (flute) and Dominic Dousa (piano) at the annual beginning-of-year Faculty Departmental Recital.

The Art Of Healthy Belting: A Guide For Teaching, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Selected Works Temporary Series

The proper techniques to produce a healthy belt in the high school/college singer are often misunderstood and as a resulty, this skill is often overlooked. This presentation discusses several exercises to use to develop a healthy belt along with demonstrations of each exercise.

The Art Of Healthy Belting: A Guide For Teaching, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Departmental Papers (Music)

The proper techniques to produce a healthy belt in the high school/college singer are often misunderstood and as a resulty, this skill is often overlooked. This presentation discusses several exercises to use to develop a healthy belt along with demonstrations of each exercise.

"Two Pieces For Flute And Piano" (Paris, France), Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A performance of my original composition by Melissa Colgin-Abeln (flute) and Dominic Dousa (piano) at a recital that was part of the Atelier Concert Series.

Recital, American Ambassador's Residence In Paris, France, Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A recital presentation by Melissa Colgin-Abeln (flute), Maurizia Dalla Volta (flute), and Dominic Dousa (piano). An invited performance by the American Ambassador in Paris.

Highlights In Jazz Concert 288- An Evening With Dave Brubeck, Jack Kleinsinger, Danny Gottlieb

Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights in Jazz

Jack Kleinsinger presents Highlights in Jazz. The concert was held at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Thursday, May 15th, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Jack served as producer and master of ceremonies for the series of concerts. Artists for the concert include Dave Brubeck, Bobby Millitello, Michael Moore, Randy Jones, and surprise guests Hilliard Greene and Freddy Bryant.

"Southwestern Fanfare" For Brass Ensemble, Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A performance of my original composition by the UTEP Chamber Brass Ensemble, directed by Stephen Haddad. Commissioned by the UTEP Department of Music for the annual Department Gala concert.

Highlights In Jazz Concert 287- Basses Loaded, Jack Kleinsinger, Danny Gottlieb

Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights in Jazz

Jack Kleinsinger presents Highlights in Jazz. The concert was held at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Thursday, April 17th, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Jack served as producer and master of ceremonies for the series of concerts. Artists for the concert include Christian McBride, Morris Chestnut, Melissa Walker, George Colligan, Ben Williams, Justin Brown, Kenny Rampton, Michael Mossman, Michael Rodriguez, David Weiss, Steve Davis, Vince Gardner, Chris Crenshaw, Doug Purviance, Steve Wilson, Jerry Dogion, Loren Schoenberg, Patience Higgins, Jay Leonhart, and surprise guest Heather Rosenthal and Alvin Atkinson.

"Aedh Wishes For The Cloths Of Heaven" For Satb Choir And Piano, Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A performance of my original composition by the UTEP University Chorale, conducted by William McMillan.

"Three Songs Of Love" For Ssa Women's Choir And Piano, Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A performance of my original composition by the UTEP Women's Glee Club, conducted by Elisa Wilson.

Still Falls The Rain: New Songs In The Desert, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Selected Works Temporary Series

Members of the UTEP Voice Faculty and other local musicians presented a concert featuring new music for voice by student composer Stephen Jackson.

On Est Ensemble: A Participatory Study Of The Jembe Tradition As Preserved By The Griots Of West Africa, Joel Rowe

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

In this study, I examine how a culture’s values are reflected in a specific pedagogical process through participant observation; in essence, I endeavor to examine first-hand the anthropology of pedagogy. The jembe, in truth, is comparable to a window into both the teaching model of a Senegalese master drummer and the cultural values reflected in his pedagogical method. In learning to play the parts of seven jembe rhythms with fluidity and recording their cultural significances, I discover the elements of criticism and sacrifice deeply inlaid in the tradition of this instrument. Relative to the communal setting of the griot family …

Unlv Magazine, Tony Allen, Afsha Bawany, Barbara Cloud, Holly Ivy De Vore, Gian Galassi, Matthew K. Jacobsen, Michelle Mouton, Erin O'Donnell, Shane Bevell, Cate Weeks

UNLV Magazine

No abstract provided.

"Christmas Morning" For Orchestra (Wuhan, China), Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A performance of my original composition by the Wuhan Orchestra, conducted by Benjamin Loeb.

"Hymn Of Hope" For Concert Band, Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

A performance of my original composition by the UTEP Wind Symphony, conducted by Ron Hufstader.

Highlights In Jazz Concert 286- Salute To Freddy Cole, Jack Kleinsinger, Danny Gottlieb

Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights in Jazz

Jack Kleinsinger presents Highlights in Jazz. The concert was held at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Thursday, March 13th, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Jack served as producer and master of ceremonies for the series of concerts. Artists for the concert include Freddie Cole, Cynthia Scott, Randy Napoleon, Elias Bailey, Curtis Boyd, Bernard Purdie, Rufus Rein, John DeMartino, Houston Person, David "Fathead" Newman, and surprise guest Russell Malone.

La Canterina, Elisa Fraser Wilson

Selected Works Temporary Series

Dr. Wilson produced and mentored this performance of Franz Josef Haydn's one-act comic opera directed and conducted by graduate students.

Solo Composition (Half) Recital (February 28, 2008), Dominic Dousa

Selected Works Temporary Series

Faculty Recital, presented by Renee Skerik (viola, guest artist from Texas Tech University) and Dominic Dousa (piano). Half of program consisted of original compositions, other half consisted of standard repertoire for viola and piano. Performances of the following original compositions: "Evening Piece and Summer Dance" "The Winds of a Summer Night"

Highlights In Jazz Concert 285- Highlights In Jazz 35th Anniversary, Jack Kleinsinger, Danny Gottlieb

Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights in Jazz

Jack Kleinsinger presents Highlights in Jazz. The concert was held at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Thursday, February 14th, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Jack served as producer and master of ceremonies for the series of concerts. Artists for the concert include Jane Monheit, Michael Canaan, Miles Okazaki, Neil Minor, Rick Montalbano, Ari Ambrose, Dan Nixon, George Grey, and Lyle Atkinson.

Highlights In Jazz Concert 284- Remembering Ray Barretto, Jack Kleinsinger, Danny Gottlieb

Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights in Jazz

Jack Kleinsinger presents Highlights in Jazz. The concert was held at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Thursday, January 3rd, 2008 at 8:00 pm. Jack served as producer and master of ceremonies for the series of concerts. Artists for the concert include Sonny Fortune, Dave Valentin, Steve Turre, Bobby Sanabria, Steve Kroon, Arturo O'Farrill, Vince Cherico, Yunior Terry, Steve Cron, and special guest Ray Vega.