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Highlights
IUP Wind Ensemble to perform Christopher Marshall composition
November 2009
The Indiana University of Pennsylvania Wind Ensemble under director Jack Stamp will give the second-ever performance of An Emily Dickinson Suite. This work, commissioned by Brian Messier of Amherst, Massachusetts, was composed by Christopher Marshall while Composer in Residence at UCF in 2008. Marshall will assist in rehearsals for the performance and tutor senior composition students. The performance will take place on November 15 at 3:00pm at the Fisher Auditorium on the IUP campus in Indiana, Pennsylvania.
Thad Anderson presents at 2009 PASIC Convention
October 2009
Thad Anderson will present a poster presentation titled "John Cage's Fourth Construction: An Imaginary Landscape" at the 2009 Percussive Arts Society International Convention in Indianapolis, IN. For more information, visit the PASIC Web site.
Jeff Rupert swings From Memphis To Mobile
October 2009
Random Act Records presents From Memphis to Mobile, a new album from Jeff Rupert. Rupert, a master saxophonist, is featured in quartet and duet settings, with accompaniment from John Jenkins (drums) and virtuoso pianist Kenny Drew, Jr. as well as fellow UCF faculty members Richard Drexler (bass) and Lyman Brodie (flugelhorn). While continuing the tenor legacies of Lester Young and Stan Getz, Rupert charts his own path, with a gorgeous tone and inspired improvisations. A review from AllAboutJazz describes Rupert's work as "an inviting silk-sound that is never harsh, yet speaks so lyrically it's almost vocal."
Yonetani Selected for Florida State Touring Roster
October 2009
Ayako Yonetani was re-selected as an official artist for the 2010-2012 Florida State Touring roster. Yonetani was first selected for the 2006-2008 seasons, and this is the third time she was selected. She is the only official violinist in the state.
Potter to sing in The Messiah
September 2009
Thomas Potter will sing as bass soloist in Handel's oratorio The Messiah with the Orlando Messiah Choral Society in the Bob Carr Auditorium on Sunday, November 29, 2009.
Percussion Instructor Publishes Timpani Book
August 2009
Kirk Gay has published a book of timpani etudes and solos for beginning to advanced players. The book, titled Pedal to the Kettle, addresses the demands of today's emerging timpanists, bringing new, modern life to performing on this unique instrument. The etudes (written for 2 or 4 drums) are presented in a sequence that graduates in difficulty and focuses on common challenges faced in modern and classic repertoire, all while maintaining a musical approach that is fun for young students to play. The book concludes with a collection of creative concert solos.
Trumpet Professor Tours Florida and North Carolina High Schools in the Spring
August 2009
UCF trumpet teacher, John Almeida, toured several Florida and North Carolina high schools during the end of the 2009 Spring semester. He performed as a guest trumpet soloist with several superb high-school-band wind ensembles including Lakewood Ranch High School, Douglas Anderson School of the Arts Wind Symphony, and Central Davidson High School Wind Ensemble.
UCF Baritone to Sing in Richard Wagner's opera "Das Rheingold"
May 2009
Baritone Thomas Potter will sing the role of Donner in Richard Wagner's opera "Das Rheingold" with the Indianapolis Opera Company and Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Mario Venzago. More information may be found at: www.indyopera.org.
David L. Brunner: Recognizing 20 Years of Excellent Service to the University
April 2009
As Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities at the University of Central Florida, David L. Brunner has been honored for his 20 years of excellent service to UCF. Brunner conducts the University Chorus and Madrigal Singers, teaches courses in conducting and music education, and coaches private composition students. He has received multiple "University Excellence in Teaching" awards while at UCF.
Eladio Scharrón receives In-House Grant
April 2009
Eladio Scharrón has been awarded a 2009 In-House Grant that will allow him to finish his work on the recording of the complete works for guitar of Manuel M. Ponce. This Mexican composer is one of the most important classical guitar composers in the 20th century. Three CDs are already in the final stages of production, and Professor Scharron will complete the fourth and final disc as a part of this award.
Nora Lee García-Velazquez honored by La Prensa
March 2009
Nora Lee García-Velazquez has been named among 2009's "Hispanic Women Who Make the Difference" by La Prensa, the premier Spanish newsweekly in Central Florida. She won in the Education category along with Linda Rosa-Lugo, also of UCF. La Prensa Publisher/CEO Dora Toro and Justina Gonzalez Marti acted as events coordinator and chair of the selection committee for the awards.
Potter with Imperial Symphony in Don Giovanni
January 2009
Baritone Thomas Potter sings the role of Leporello in a fully staged version of Mozart's opera Don Giovanni with the Imperial Symphony in Lakeland, Florida on Saturday, January 24.
Kimberly Saunders Randall and Thomas Potter to perform Donna Elvira and Leporello in Don Giovanni
January 2009
Soprano Kimberly Saunders Randall and baritone Thomas Potter will appear in the January 24, 2009 performance of Don Giovanni with the Imperial Symphony of Lakeland on the Florida Southern College campus. Randall will sing the role of Donna Elvira and Potter will sing the role of Leporello.