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Cv, Oscar E. Macchioni May 2019

Cv, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Last update June 2019


Catalog Of Current Compositions, Dan Rager Dec 2018

Catalog Of Current Compositions, Dan Rager

Dan Rager

Catalog of instrumental and choral works ranging from solo ensembles, duets, quartets, quintets, sextets, brass choir, percussion ensembles, woodwind and brass ensembles, concert / symphonic band, symphony orchestra and choral music. Works include Symphonies 1 & 2 & 3, Concertos 1 & 2 and other large symphonic contemporary works.


Igor Stravinsky (Primitivism & Cubism), Dan Rager Jun 2016

Igor Stravinsky (Primitivism & Cubism), Dan Rager

Dan Rager

Igor Stravinsky (June 17, 1882/April 6, 1971) 

His works defined and incorporated the elements of Primitivism & Cubism. This short lecture discusses these principles through the following works and much more.
The Rite of Spring and The Firebird. Video example/performances bring to life this 20th century period of extremism . You are free to use and incorporate this information into your classroom courses.


Fred Bartenstein: The Right Place At The Right Time, Kurt Mosser Apr 2016

Fred Bartenstein: The Right Place At The Right Time, Kurt Mosser

Kurt Mosser

Fred Bartenstein has always seemed to find himself perfectly situated to pursue his life-long interest in bluegrass music – as he puts it, “I’ve always seemed to be in the right place at the right time.” This luck has allowed him to find bluegrass in the most surprising places, whether at a private day school in New Jersey, or at Harvard University in the late 1960s. It has also meant that, among other things, he found himself attending the first bluegrass festival in Fincastle, Va., becoming a bluegrass DJ at the age of 16, starting Muleskinner News magazine, and playing …


The History Of The Guitar, Júlio Ribeiro Alves Apr 2016

The History Of The Guitar, Júlio Ribeiro Alves

Júlio Ribeiro Alves

Conceived as instructional material for the guitar students at Marshall University (or anyone interested in the subject), it presents the historical process of the guitar in a clear and attainable fashion. Several topics related to the guitar will be discussed in detail throughout the book: the postulates associated with its origins, its evolution through the centuries, its repertoire, composers, performers, techniques, etc., culminating with the achievement of the privileged status of a respected concert instrument which it currently possesses.


In Search Of The Wind-Band (Video Trailer) Book Video Excerpts From Around The Globe, Dan Rager Feb 2016

In Search Of The Wind-Band (Video Trailer) Book Video Excerpts From Around The Globe, Dan Rager

Dan Rager

 “International Instrumental Dissemination” describes instrument types in 16 countries that include Rock & Roll to Sousa and Puccini. This book explores detailed and precise history. The 21 chapters contain hundreds of photos, videos, mp3 and pdf files bringing to life unknown cultures and ensembles from around the globe from which I visited and recorded first hand. The book is designed to take an entire semester to study and explore. I promise you have never heard or seen most of these groups much less the enormous, precise evolution of instruments presented in the book. Where did our modern instruments evolve from? …


The Interaction Of Music And Dance In Africa, Dan Rager Dec 2015

The Interaction Of Music And Dance In Africa, Dan Rager

Dan Rager

This article examines the role of music and dance in African life and how it is intertwined with the culture. The author investigates many styles, elements and ngomas to show how they are used in daily life from the womb to the grave.

Music and other art forms are an inseparable part of African life and are culminated into everyday activities. Instrumental, singing and dance are art forms embedded in the diverse cultures of African peoples and their traditions, beliefs, values, religions and artistic expression.

According to the author, traditional arts practices can contribute to creativity, perception and understanding of …


Making Music More Open: Copyright, Conservation And Access Issues, Marcus R. Wigan Nov 2015

Making Music More Open: Copyright, Conservation And Access Issues, Marcus R. Wigan

Marcus R Wigan

Marcus Wigan, Institute for Social Research, Swinburne University of Technology and Monash University Sir Zelman Cowan School of Music

Making music more open: copyright, conservation and access issues

IP rights around music have come under increasing stress in the digital age. The demands of consumers for cheap, perpetual access to any and all types of music has clashed with copyright owners and artists seeking to preserve or grow existing revenues. But this emphasis on commercial rights in music has led to one area being neglected. That is music and performance of historical or niche value, especially that held by museums …


In Search Of The Wind-Band: An International Expedition, Daniel Rager Jun 2015

In Search Of The Wind-Band: An International Expedition, Daniel Rager

Dan Rager

In Search of the Wind-Band: An International Expedition is a new interactive E-book, exploring 16 countries.

The first-of-a-kind, interactive encyclopedic e-book uses text, video, mp3 and pdf files to bring the history and development of the wind-band to life.

1. Overture: What Constitutes a Wind Band? - 2. Introduction to European History and Development - 3. Historical Homogeneous Wind-Bands - 4. American Wind Music - 5. Denmark Wind Music - 6. Finnish Wind Music - 7. Industry Wind Bands - 8. Ireland Wind Music - 9. Japanese Wind Music - 10. Mexican Wind Music - 11. Native American Indian Wind …


History Of The Blues, Dan Rager Dec 2014

History Of The Blues, Dan Rager

Dan Rager

This all inclusive History of the Blues introduction begins as early as 1400, when the first global trading routes began. Two early maps are enclosed from this period showing the direction and locations from which people, food and supplies were moved.

This research presentation illustrates African tribes such as the Arada, Dahomey and Fulani who sang music in their daily rituals and ceremonies long before they were moved to other continents. Early developmental music elements are introduced including spirituals, worksongs, Scottish ballads, Methodist and Baptist hymns, call and response, guttural effects, interpolated vocality, falsetto and blue notes. All of these …


Creating And Marketing Your Demo Cd, Daniel Rager Dec 2014

Creating And Marketing Your Demo Cd, Daniel Rager

Dan Rager

A "one stop book" used in ALL genres of music today and is a required text for many college and university music business courses.

A complete guide on how to create successful DEMO's along with the tools of the trade on getting published, Record deals, Funding, obtaining Copyrights, Contracts, Press Kits, Band business, Touring and much more.

This book is an insightfully direct and informational text without the fluff of other musical books on the subject. It shows the MAZE and money flow of the music business and has a listing of 680 Publishing companies and 125 Record labels for …


The Interpretation Of Sousa, Daniel Rager Nov 2014

The Interpretation Of Sousa, Daniel Rager

Dan Rager

This article creates a recording anthology from four of John P. Sousa's finest marches and includes "The Washington Post," "The Fairest of the Fair," "Hands Across the Sea," and "The Thunder." The titles were chosen because of their popularity as being the most recorded marches, and that they all have a common thread between them. Together, they create a unique collage of themes that when put together take on a new life. The author shows how all four compositions were assembled into a symphony titled Symphony on the Themes of Sousa written by Hollywood composer Ira Hearshen. Frederick Fennell recorded …


Johann Sebastian Bach's Wind/Brass Instruments And Scoring Techniques, Daniel Rager Nov 2014

Johann Sebastian Bach's Wind/Brass Instruments And Scoring Techniques, Daniel Rager

Dan Rager

Each time period has its own social, cultural and religious rules from which composers obey. Bach’s sacred and secular works walk a fine line and are hard to distinguish between, but each has been performed throughout the ages in a variety of settings. This paper investigates Bach’s: Ideologies and Scoring which include his petition of August 23, 1730, his Horn (Corno) and its many names and uses. The author details Bach’s trombone (s), how he use them and in what compositions they can be found as well as Bach’s trumpet (s), their various keys and uses including musical excerpts, ornaments …


The History Of The Marimba, Daniel Rager Nov 2014

The History Of The Marimba, Daniel Rager

Dan Rager

The author presents an international and historical history of one of the earliest melodic percussion instruments made by man. His research suggests the instrument was widespread throughout Asia and Africa, although many other regions claim it to have originated in their country. Known by many names and created from an endless array of materials, this paper reflects the marimbas evolution from the fourteenth century to present day. The writer’s research encompasses the marimbas social roles, musical functions, timbres and styles across many countries as well as its evolution into the twenty-first century.


Colours Of Saratov, Daniel Rager, Natalya Rager Nov 2014

Colours Of Saratov, Daniel Rager, Natalya Rager

Dan Rager

The International Orchestral and Symphonic Wind Music of Dan Rager


Argentine Dances (6 Mvts.) Dec 2013

Argentine Dances (6 Mvts.)

Dan Rager

USA Premiere of Argentine Dances by the Case Western University Winds, Cleveland, OH. Composed for Ruben Flores Garcia and the Gilardo Gilardi Conservatory of Music in La Plata, AR.


New York City, Argentine Duos For Violin And Piano. January 15, 2013, Oscar E. Macchioni Jan 2013

New York City, Argentine Duos For Violin And Piano. January 15, 2013, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Sponsored by the Argentine Consulate in New York City, presented a collaborative recital with Dr. Mark Schuppener. Works performed: Floro Ugarte "Sonata" Carlos Guastavino "Rosita Iglesias" Astor Piazzolla "Ave Maria," "Milonga del Angel," "Libertango"


Argentine Educational Conducting / Lecture Tour, Dan Rager Dec 2012

Argentine Educational Conducting / Lecture Tour, Dan Rager

Dan Rager

2013 Conducting / Lecture tour and Misc. in La Plata, Buenos Airies, Argentina. Video excerpt includes my host, Maestro Ruben Flores Garcia, conductor of the Gilardo Gilardi Conservatory of Music, author and international musician.


Latin-American Duos. The University Of Texas At El Paso. December, Oscar E. Macchioni Dec 2012

Latin-American Duos. The University Of Texas At El Paso. December, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Performed full collaborative recital with Dr. Mark Schuppener (violin). Works performed: William Bolcom "Graceful Gost Rag. Concert Variations for violin and piano" Floro Ugarte "Sonata" Carlos Guastavino "Rosita Iglesias" Manuel M Ponce "Estrellita" Astor Piazzolla "Ave Maria," "Milonga del Angel," "Libertango"


The University Of Texas At El Paso Piano Concerto Competition, Oscar E. Macchioni Nov 2012

The University Of Texas At El Paso Piano Concerto Competition, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Performed duos with Dr. Schuppener during the UTEP Piano Competition Artists Recital


The Birth Of Kd Lang’S Hallelujah Out Of The ‘Spirit Of Music’: Performing Desire And ‘Recording Consciousness’ On Facebook And Youtube, Babette Babich Nov 2012

The Birth Of Kd Lang’S Hallelujah Out Of The ‘Spirit Of Music’: Performing Desire And ‘Recording Consciousness’ On Facebook And Youtube, Babette Babich

Babette Babich

The Hallelujah Effect on the Internet The initial focus of this essay, apart from important preliminary references to Leonard Cohen is on kd lang, not as composer (although she is one) but musical performer and not as guitarist (although she is one) but as a singer and although her live performances have to make all the difference, very specifically, for the sake of any analysis, specifically as her singing is available in video format on YouTube. Of course there are many readings of kd lang and popular music, and of course most of them focus on the way she dresses, …


Rallying Round Our Liberty, Wendell Dobbs, Leo Welch, Linda Dobbs, Neil Cadle Oct 2012

Rallying Round Our Liberty, Wendell Dobbs, Leo Welch, Linda Dobbs, Neil Cadle

Linda Dobbs

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Interview, Radio Nacional Clásica Fm 96.7, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Oscar Macchioni Apr 2012

Interview, Radio Nacional Clásica Fm 96.7, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Oscar Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Interviewed by Leandro Donoso for his program "La música de los libros de música" (The Music of the Music Books). Taked about my book "The Tango in American Piano Music" and listened to my recordings of tangos by Thomson, Copland, Barber, Biscardi and Bolcom.


Oscar Macchioni Transmitió Sus Conocimientos A Los Jóvenes., Oscar E. Macchioni Apr 2012

Oscar Macchioni Transmitió Sus Conocimientos A Los Jóvenes., Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

"...Nada lo alteró, ni siquiera la labor del fotógrafo, en su faena de docente comprometido con la enseñanza. Ayudado por sus manos, explicó y graficó en todo momento los errores comunes en la postura de los pianistas...Para el aplauso."


Fiestas, For 12 Percussionists, Bruno Louchourn Dec 2011

Fiestas, For 12 Percussionists, Bruno Louchourn

Bruno Louchouarn

Fiestas is conceptually inspired by the "Feasts" as social rituals. The musical process and form mirror aspects of group dynamic in these gatherings. Although a few individual players may at times dominate, the ensemble has to "conduct" itself with several sub-groups emerging and disappearing. The main theme, introduced by hand claps, is an oscillation slowly quickening to a fast trepidation, giving way to a stable polyrhythm. The degree of synchronization between players or groups of players varies and generally increases toward more order as the piece unfolds. I wanted to impart a sense of “orchestra” to the group with relatively …


Karol Szymanowski. Etude Op. 4 No. 3, Oscar Macchioni Dec 2011

Karol Szymanowski. Etude Op. 4 No. 3, Oscar Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni plays Karol Szymanowski's Etude Op. 4 No. 3 in B-minor


Turkey, Yasar University, Izmir. May 5, 2011, Oscar E. Macchioni May 2011

Turkey, Yasar University, Izmir. May 5, 2011, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Invited to perform as part of the 2011 Chamber Music Days at Yasar University.


Review: Anthology Of Eighteenth-Century Spanish Keyboard Music, Edited By Susanne Skyrm, With Calvert Johnson And John Koster, Oscar E. Macchioni Mar 2011

Review: Anthology Of Eighteenth-Century Spanish Keyboard Music, Edited By Susanne Skyrm, With Calvert Johnson And John Koster, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Review appeared in the March/April issue of American Music Teacher, a publication of MTNA, 2011.


University Of South Florida, Tampa. March 6, 2011, Oscar E. Macchioni Mar 2011

University Of South Florida, Tampa. March 6, 2011, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

Lecture-Recital "The Tango in American Piano Music. Selected Tangos by Thomson, Copland, Barber, Jaggard, Biscardi and Bolcom."


The 21st Century Piano Teacher By Claire Wachter, Oscar E. Macchioni Dec 2010

The 21st Century Piano Teacher By Claire Wachter, Oscar E. Macchioni

Oscar Macchioni

"I observed one of the most interesting and advance use of technology when I saw the Roland Lab at the University of Texas at El Paso [...] Most important Dr. Macchioni has a practical perspective on the use of technology in teaching...."