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SUMMARY:Studio Big Band
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Show Lecture: O Music of the Powers!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArmstrong Concert Hall \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJazz & Commercial Music \n\n\n\nCelebrating Veterans Day\, America’s 250th & Brass Day\n\n\n\nThe Shenandoah Conservatory Studio Big Band\, under the direction of Matthew Niess\, honors America’s veterans with a special Veterans Day and Brass Day celebration showcasing the rich traditions of jazz and brass music. Featuring internationally acclaimed trumpet virtuoso Jens Lindemann and the distinguished U.S. Navy Band Brass Quintet\, this dynamic concert brings together patriotic favorites\, jazz classics and contemporary hits in a vibrant tribute to service and musical excellence. \n\n\n\nShowcasing the remarkable versatility and power of the Studio Big Band\, the program features an eclectic mix of beloved selections\, including The Stars and Stripes Forever\, “The Star-Spangled Banner\,” the “Armed Forces Medley\,” “I’ll Be Seeing You\,” “Jolene\,” “Thriller” and “Purple Haze.” \n\n\n\nA special highlight is the return of Jens Lindemann to perform Shenandoah Fantasy\, a work commissioned by Shenandoah University to celebrate the 2008 inauguration of its 16th president\, Tracy Fitzsimmons. Inspired by the beloved American folk song “Shenandoah\,” this captivating composition transforms the familiar melody through a series of variations featuring trumpet\, piccolo trumpet and flugelhorn. The work also incorporates an exhilarating Latin-inspired section with jazz improvisation\, reflecting Fitzsimmons’ academic interest in Latin American studies. \n\n\n\nLindemann’s extraordinary versatility will be on full display in additional audience favorites\, including “A Night in Tunisia\,” “Smile” and “The Devil Went Down to Georgia\,” showcasing his remarkable artistry across jazz\, classical and contemporary styles. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable celebration of America’s veterans\, the enduring power of music and the exceptional tradition of brass excellence at Shenandoah Conservatory. \n\n\n\n\nAbout Shenandoah Fantasy\n\n\n\nShenandoah Fantasy was commissioned by Shenandoah University in Virginia to celebrate the inauguration of the sixteenth president of the university\, Dr. Tracy Fitzsimmons. It was premiered by the Shenandoah Conservatory Symphony Orchestra at the inauguration ceremony in September 2008. Jens Lindemann was the soloist\, with the composer conducting. \n\n\n\nThe work is based on the familiar folk song and chantey “Shenandoah.” The soloist develops the theme through a set of variations\, and features the trumpet\, piccolo trumpet\, and flugelhorn. It also includes a multi-meter Latin section featuring jazz improvisation\, as one of Dr. Fitzsimmons’ special interests was Latin American studies. \n\n\n\nThe wind ensemble arrangement was premiered by the Shenandoah Conservatory Wind Ensemble in April 2009. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Soloist & Guest Ensemble\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJens Lindemann\n\n\n\nJens Lindemann is one of the world’s most celebrated trumpet soloists and the first classical brass soloist to receive the Order of Canada. A graduate of The Juilliard School and McGill University\, he has performed in major concert venues around the world\, appeared as a soloist with leading orchestras and artists\, and served as lead trumpet with the renowned Canadian Brass. Career highlights include performances at the 2010 Olympics\, London’s Last Night of the Proms and a Command Performance for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II\, as well as appearances at Carnegie Hall and the Great Wall of China. Lindemann’s honors include Grammy and Juno nominations\, Germany’s prestigious Echo Klassik award\, several honorary doctorates and recognition as Brass Herald’s “International Brass Personality of the Year.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe U.S. Navy Band Brass Quintet\n\n\n\nSince 1971\, The U.S. Navy Band Brass Quintet has performed at ceremonies and events throughout the Washington area\, including high visibility performances at the White House\, Pentagon\, State Department and Washington Navy Yard. The quintet’s repertoire includes over 400 works spanning six centuries\, with many compositions arranged by its members. The group is comprised of Senior Chief Musicians Carl Lindquist and Colin Wise\, Chief Musicians Jason Ayoub and James Hicks\, and Musician 1st Class Caeley Jackson. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDigital Program\n\n\n\nShenandoah Conservatory uses digital programs for all performances. In addition to their engaging and accessible design\, digital programs are cost effective\, environmentally friendly and enable us to create and update our programs more efficiently\, which means we can focus our resources on the performances you love! View our digital programs by clicking the button above\, scanning the QR code in our venue or texting PROGRAM to (540) 307-2336 at the performance. [Note: Digital programs are best viewed on your mobile or tablet device.] \n\n\n\n\nView Digital Program
URL:https://www.su.edu/performs/event/26-11-studio-big-band/
LOCATION:Armstrong Concert Hall\, 702 University Drive\, Winchester\, VA\, 22601
CATEGORIES:Jazz & Commercial Music,Music
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