"Fullerton Jazz Orchestra" program

SCHOOL OF MUSIC

Fullerton Jazz Orchestra | Bill Cunliffe, director and Jazz Singers | Andreas Preponis, director feat. bassist, composer/arranger, John Clayton December 3, 2022

Framroze Virjee, President, California State University, Fullerton Carolyn Thomas Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Alexander Porter, Vice President, Administration and Finance/CFO David Forgues, Vice President, Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion Amir H. Dabirian, Vice President, Information Technology Tonantzin Oseguera, Vice President, Student Affairs Gregory J. Saks, Vice President, University Advancement

Arnold Holland, Ed.D, Dean Dave Mickey, Associate Dean Christopher Johnson, Budget Coordinator Heather Guzman, Assistant to the Deans Visual Arts Special Projects, Jade Jewett Dr. Randall Goldberg, Director, School of Music Dr. James Hussar, Chair, Department of Visual Arts Jamie Tucker, Chair, Department of Theatre & Dance Jennifer Frias, Director, Nicholas & Lee Begovich Gallery John Spiak, Director, Grand Central Art Center - Santa Ana Lara Farhadi, Senior Director of Development Ann Steichen, Director of Development Erika Ochoa, Support Group Coordinator Julie Bussell, Director, Marketing & Patron Services Stephanie Tancredi, Box Office Manager Heather Richards-Siddons Marketing & Communications Specialist Alvin Chiu, Graphic Designer Jason Pano, Social Media Strategist

A W E LCO ME F ROM THE DEAN OF COLLEGE OF T HE AR T S Welcome to the fall performance season at Clayes Performing Arts Center. As you arrived, you may have noticed that the southwest corner of campus looked a bit different than when you last visited. I am thrilled to announce that the Visual Arts Modernization Project is well underway! The project will add two new buildings: a single-level structure comprised of the four existing galleries and a two-story building along State College Blvd, containing technology-driven classrooms, office space, a research library, and collaborative teaching and learning spaces. This newly reimagined visual arts complex will have a lasting impact on the college and the community, transforming how we teach, learn, engage with, and experience art.

Despite the disruptions to the college caused by this much-needed renovation, we are committed to delivering the same high-quality, pre-professional arts training our 2,800 students expect; this season’s offerings are no exception. Our thriving community of artists, technicians, and educators have combined their formidable skills to deliver a fall semester of programming shaped by the same diversity reflected on our campus. This September, the Begovich Visual Arts Lecture Series began introducing students and the public to a BIPOC slate of innovative and prominent arts professionals. On October 1, the School of Music’s Bill Cunliffe, Rodolfo Zuniga, and their jazz ensembles kick off October in Meng Concert Hall (along with a surprise guest!).

Meanwhile, Theatre productions focus on personal and timeless struggles: Jessica Swale’s “Blue Stockings” tells the empowering story of four young women fighting against sexism for their right to a university education in 18th century England, and in “She Kills Monsters,” identity and fantasy converge to create a modern coming-of-age story. CSUF dancers and choreographers close the season with Fall Dance Theatre’s “Momentum,” centered on the human impulse to seek, strive, and move forward to motivate change.

As we begin the 2022 fall semester anticipating the transformative changes ahead, we remain dedicated to enhancing the academic and creative potential of the current students within this living laboratory for the arts. Their success is uniquely measured in phrases of choreography, lines of dialogue, sheets of music, and slabs of clay as our students actively work towards impacting the arts of the future. You demonstrate your unwavering commitment to our students when you attend productions, concerts, and exhibitions in the College of the Arts. Embrace the limitless possibilities their future holds. Support the College of the Arts at any level by donating to the Dean’s Fund for Excellence today (arts.fullerton.edu/giving).

Thank you for joining us. I’m so proud of our students and what they have created for you tonight.

Enjoy the show! I know you will be equally impressed.

Arnold Holland, Ed.D.

Dean, College of the Arts

SCH OOL OF M USIC

Dr. Randall Goldberg • Director, School of Music Kimo Furumoto • Assistant Director, School of Music Bongshin Ko • Assistant Director, School of Music

FULL-TIME FACULTY

Theory and Composition Dr. Pamela Madsen - composition, theory Dr. Ken Walicki* - composition, theory

Conducting Kimo Furumoto - instrumental Dr. Robert Istad - choral Dr. Dustin Barr - instrumental Jazz and Commercial Music Bill Cunliffe* - jazz piano; arranging; Fullerton Jazz Orchestra, Fullerton Big Band and combo director Rodolfo Zuniga - jazz studies, jazz percussion, and music techology Piano, Organ, Piano Pedagogy Ning An - piano Bill Cunliffe - jazz piano Alison Edwards* - piano, piano pedagogy, class piano Dr. Robert Watson - piano Music Education, Teacher Training, and Teching Credential Dr. Christopher Peterson - choral Dr. Dennis Siebenaler* - general Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore - instrumental Music in General Education Dr. John Koegel* Dr. Katherine Reed Music History and LIterature Dr. John Koegel - musicology Dr. Katherine Reed - musicology

Vocal, Choral, and Opera Dr. Mark Goodrich* - voice, academic voice courses Dr. Robert Istad - Director of Choral Studies and University Singers Dr. Kerry Jennings - Director of Opera Dr. Christopher Peterson - CSUF Concert Choir and Singing Titans conductor Patricia Prunty - voice, academic voice courses Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion Dr. Dustin Barr - Director of Wind Band Studies, University Wind Symphony Jean Ferrandis - flute Sycil Mathai* - trumpet Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore Symphonic Winds conductor SCHOOL OF MUSIC STAFF Michael August - Production Manager Eric Dries - Music Librarian William Lemley - Audio Technician Jeff Lewis - Audio Engineer Chris Searight - Music Instrumental Service Paul Shirts - Administrative Assistant Elizabeth Williams - Business Manager Sue Winston - Office Coordinator * denotes Area Coordinator

Strings Kimo Furumoto - Director of Orchestra Studies Bongshin Ko - cello Dr. Ernest Salem* - violin

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PROGRAM

FULLERTON JAZZ ORCHESTRA Bill Cunliffe, conductor

Corner Pocket .......................................................................... Freddie Green/Count Basie Michael Kerr, trombone • Daniel Rowe, tenor saxophone, Howard Hardaway, baritone saxophone Paulina Ramirez, Amanda Mora, Rudy Zaragoza, trombone Sam Hirsh, piano So It Seems ........................................................................................................Alan Ferber Lee Trueblood, guitar We Three Kings ..........................................................................Traditional, arr. Bill Cunliffe Dan Rowe, tenor saxophone • Lee Trueblood, guitar, Chris Abelgas, alto saxophone Jack the Bear ................................................................................................ Duke Ellington Carlos Zagal, bass Napier ................................................................................................................. Bill Cunliffe Amanda Mora, trombone • Chris Abelgas, alto saxophone

FULLERTON JAZZ SINGERS Andreas Preponis, conductor

Smack Dab in the Middle .........................................Charles Calhoun, arr. Darmon Meader Music for Lovers .....................................Words & Music by Bart Howard, arr. Phil Mattson

*****INTERMISSION***** FULLERTON JAZZ ORCHESTRA

with special guest John Clayton, bassist, composer, and arranger Easy Money ........................................................................ Benny Carter, arr. John Clayton Soupbone ........................................................................................................ John Clayton Heart and Soul ..................................Hoagy Carmichael, Frank Loesser, arr. John Clayton The Jody Grind ...................................................................Horace Silver, arr. John Clayton Back Home Again in Indiana ............ James Hanley, Ballard MacDonald, arr. John Clayton I Be Serious About Dem Blues ........................................................................ John Clayton Captain Bill ............................................................................ Ray Brown, arr. John Clayton

ENSEMBLE MEMBERS

FULLERTON JAZZ ORCHESTRA Saxophone Roy Bletcher alto Corin O’Brien, alto Daniel Rowe, tenor Josias Miguel, tenor Howard Hardaway, baritone Trumpet Andrew Solares Michael Choi Michael Kerr Jake Petmecky Alex Santiago

FULLERTON JAZZ SINGERS Soprano Z Dickerson Benny Fisher Angel Hudak Hawkins Emily Hernandez Lilah Hernandez Alto Kimberly Calica Karlee Dix Ahlitney Lucas-Krebs Korie Smith Hyerin Song Tenor Jacob Gonzales Ashton Hackwith Juan de Leon Enrique Ortega Bass Daniel Freeman Michael Kronenberg Ben Reyes Mitchell James Sampang Rhythm Section Bora Jang, piano

Trombone Amanda Mora Paulina Ramirez Rudy Zaragoza Carlo Bonelli, bass Rhythm Lee Trueblood, guitar Sam Hirsh, piano Kevin Karagozian, bass Adam Sanchez and Andy Dominguez, drums

ABOUT THE GUEST ARTIST

JOHN CLAYTON Bassist, Composer, Arranger and Producer, John Clayton, is a busy man. With a Grammy on his shelf and nine additional nominations, artists such as Diana Krall, Paul McCartney, Regina Carter, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Gladys Knight, Queen Latifah, and Charles Aznavour have had spots on his crowded calendar.

In 1985 John, co-founded the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra and rekindled The Clayton Brothers Quintet. In addition to individual clinics, workshops, and private students as schedule permits, John also directs the educational components associated with the Centrum Jazz Festival and Workshop, and Vail Jazz Workshop.

Career highlights include arranging the 'Star Spangled Banner" for Whitney Houston's performance at Super Bowl 1990 (the recording went platinum), playing bass on Paul McCartney's CD “Kisses On The Bottom,” arranging and playing bass with Yo-Yo Ma and Friends on "Songs of Joy and Peace," and arranging playing and conducting the CD "Charles Aznavour With the Clayton- Hamilton Jazz Orchestra," and numerous recordings with the Clayton Brothers, the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Milt Jackson, Monty Alexander and many others.

ABOUT THE CONDUCTORS

BILL CUNLIFFE Cal State Fullerton Professor of Music Bill Cunliffe is a jazz pianist, composer, Grammy Award-winning arranger and record producer. He is known for blending jazz with classical and pop genres based on a deep knowledge of, and a lively curiosity about, musical styles. As a solo artist and bandleader, he has more than a dozen albums to his name and has appeared on numerous recordings. He grew up in Andover, Massachusetts and began piano lessons with his mother at the age of eight. At 20, having been captivated by the music of Oscar Peterson, he changed his focus from classical music to jazz. As an undergraduate at Duke University, he studied with jazz legend Mary Lou Williams.

At the Eastman School of Music, he studied jazz piano with Bill Dobbins and arranging with Rayburn Wright. In 1989, he won the Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition.

Cunliffe began his career as pianist and arranger with the Buddy Rich Big Band and worked with Frank Sinatra, Joe Henderson, Freddie Hubbard, Benny Golson and James Moody. Later he toured and recorded with the Clayton Brothers and the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, drummer oe a Barbera, trumpeter Terell Stafford and jazz flutist Holly Hofmann. n addition to solo and guest appearances and leading CS F jazz ensembles, Cunliffe performs with his trio, big band, Latin band, and his classical/improvisational chamber ensemble. His interest in choral music produced a recording of his jazz inflected sacred works ( Transformation,” ) with the choirs of All Saints Church in Pasadena, where he is composer-in-residence as well as a parishioner.

Cunliffe’s score for areem Abdul abbar’s 11 documentary On the Shoulders of Giants” received two NAACP nominations for Outstanding Album and Outstanding Group or Duo Collaboration. In 2009, he was awarded a Grammy for Best Instrumental Arrangement and has received four other Grammy nominations including two for Best Instrumental Composition. The Los Angeles azz Society honored Cunliffe in 1 with its Composer/Arranger Award. n addition to teaching full time, Cunliffe is a longtime faculty member of the Skidmore azz Institute and the Vail Jazz Workshop.

ANDREAS PREPONIS Andreas Preponis is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. He is the director of vocal jazz ensembles at Cal State Fullerton, Pasadena City College, and Santa Monica College, and teaches voice at Cypress College and Long Beach City College. He serves on the boards of the California Choral Directors Association and the California Alliance for Jazz.

Born and raised in Germany, Preponis studied at the Staatliche Hochschule für Musik in Trossingen earning a bachelor and master’s degree in music education with emphases on percussion, voice, and vocal jazz performance. He holds a second master’s degree in choral conducting from Cal State University Los Angeles.

Preponis looks back at a diverse career as a singer, drummer, percussionist, pianist, guitarist, arranger, composer, actor, and voice over talent. He composed music for several short movies, starred in numerous musical theater productions, and played in countless bands from a cappella and instrumental jazz, pop, funk, and soul to progressive rock. As a studio musician, he has contributed to over 20 album releases and has worked on projects for CBS, HBO, Disney and DreamWorks, most recently as a featured vocalist on Harmonious Live (Disney+).

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DONOR APPLAUSE The College of the Arts extends its heartfelt gratitude to the following patrons who have supported our students and programs this past year through a generous gift of $1,000 or more to the College, the School of Music, Department of Theatre & Dance, and/or the Department of Visual Arts.**

$1,000,000 + Anonymous $100,000+ Chapman University The Andy Warhol Foundation $25,000+ Alliance for the Performing Arts Anonymous Lee C. Begovich Johnny Carson Foundation Leo Freedman Foundation Robin and Steve Kalota Music Associates Frank and John Olsen Frank J. and Jean Raymond John VanWey $10,000+ Art Alliance Affordable Housing Access nc.

The Blackbaud Giving Fund Marilyn D. Carlson Darryl Curran Dwight Richard Odle Foundation Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund J.P. Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Ellen and Bill Groves Marianne Kreter Eleanore and James L. Monroe Michael L. Mavrovouniotis Dr. Katherine S. Powers and H kan O. Rosengren Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund Sue and Dr. Edward A. Sullivan The Thorsen Family $5,000+ Drs. Voiza and Joseph Arnold Dr. Marc R. Dickey Desiree Engel Friends of Jazz Mary ouise and Ed Hlavac Morningside of Fullerton

Norma Morris Jill Kurti Norman Orange County Community Foundation Terri and Bob Niccum Douglas G. Stewart $1,000+ Judy L. Atwell Betsy and Eric Azariah Dottie & Nick Batinich Lucina and John Brennan Janet & Allen Bridgford rene Chinn Stephen W. Collier and Joann Driggers William S. Cornyn CEC Artslink D. Barry Schmitt Revocable Trust Susan and Richard Dolnick Lucetta A. Dunn Shawna and Greg Ellis Dr. Anne Fingal Evelyn K. Francuz Fullerton Families and Friends Marsha Gallavan Jacquelyn Garrabrant Annette L. and Leon J. Gilbert Renee and John Gillespie Susan-Ellen Gilmont Dr. Mark J. Goodrich Dr. Margaret F. Gordon Susan Hallman Theresa Harvey ames . Henri ues Trevor E. llingworth Dr. Robert stad Michelle Jordan Gladys M. Kares Gwendolyn and Carlos C. Leija John M. Martelli and Paul Coluzzi Karen and George Mast Thelma and Earl Mellott Sylvia Megerdichian Mary E. Moore Patricia and Carl Miller

Betty Murphy Ann and Douglas Myles Yoshino and Ujinobu Niwa Debra L. Noble L. Palin Kerry and John Phelps The Presser Foundation Deanna and Arie Passchier Sheila Pinkle Sharon and Dr. Anil K. Puri Mary and Jerry R. Reinhart Renaissance Charitable Foundation Nancy and Robert Rennie Christine Rhoades Sandra and David Rhone Dr. Stephen M. Rochford Ann and Thad Sandford D. Barry Schmitt Louise P. Shamblen Martha Shaver ngrid R. Shutkin Lorena L. Sikorski Carol Smith Sparkman Janet L. Smith Dodo V. Standring Robert Van Sternberg Douglas Stewart Verne Wagner Dr. Sean E. Walker Debra Winters Richard ulff YourCause, LLC

Very special care has been given to the preparation of this donor listing.

Please contact Ann Steichen at (657) 278-7124 with questions or concerns. **Gifts received from July 1, 2021 through September 2022

ONTIVEROS SOCIETY The Ontiveros Society includes individuals who have provided a gift for Cal State Fullerton through their estate plan. Our deep appreciation is extended to the following Ontiveros Society members, whose gifts will benefit the students and mission of the College of the Arts: Anonymous John Alexander Lee & Dr. Nicholas A.* Begovich Gail & Michael Cochran Marc R. Dickey Joann Driggers Betty Everett Carol J. Geisbauer & John* Geisbauer Sophia & Charles Gray MaryLouise & Ed Hlavac Gretchen Kanne

Dr. Burton L. Karson Anne L. Kruzic* Loreen & John Loftus Alan A. Mannason* William J. McGarvey* Dr. Sallie Mitchell Eleanore P. & James L. Monroe Lynn & Robert Myers Dwight Richard Odle* Sherry & Dr. Gordon Paine Dr. June Pollak & Mr. George Pollak*

Dr. Stephen M. Rochford Mary K. & William Sampson Douglas G. Stewart Andrea J. & Jeffrey E. Sward Richard J. Taylor Verne Wagner Richard Wulff Dr. James D. & Dottie Young* *deceased

The College of the Arts Proudly Recognizes the 300+ Members of Our

VOLUNTEER SUPPORT GROUPS

ART ALLIANCE: Art Alliance promotes excellence and enjoyment in the visual arts, and their fundraising efforts contribute to student scholarship, gallery exhibitions, opening receptions and sculpture acquisition on campus.

Special support and event underwriting Fay Colmar John DeLoof

Joann Driggers & Steve Collier Loraine Walkington

ALLIANCE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS: The Alliance for the Performing Arts (formerly MAMM) benefits performing arts students through underwriting visiting artists; special theatre, dance, and music performances; and other unique experiences for members.

Special support and event underwriting Judy Atwell Drs. Voiza & Joe Arnold Dr. Margaret Faulwell Gordon

Susan Hallman Norma Morris Richard Odle Estate

Kerry & John Phelps Jeanie Stockwell Verne Wagner

MUSIC ASSOCIATES: Music Associates maintains a tradition of active involvement and community support, and raises scholarship funds for School of Music students through annual fundraising events and membership dues.

Special support and event underwriting Marilyn Carlson Evelyn K. Francuz Sandy & Norm Johnson Marti & Bill Kurschat Karen & George Mast

Thelma & Earl Mellott Bettina Murphy Grace & Ujinobu Niwa Kerry & John Phelps Mary & Jerry Reinhart

Ann & Thad Sandford Dodo V. Standring Carolyn & Tom Toby John Van Wey

MORE INFORMATION: Erika Ochoa • 657-278-8683 There are many ways to support the College of the Arts, the School of Music, Department of Theatre and Dance, and Department of Visual Arts

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COLLEGE OF THE ARTS SELECT EVENTS | FALL 2022 Why Women Went West Sat., Sept.1 , Meng Concert Hall Fullerton Jazz Orchestra & Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble Sat., October 1 Meng Concert Hall ¡Somos Titans! feat. Grammy Award-Winning Latin Jazz Artist, Poncho Sanchez Sun., October Meng Concert Hall Merrily We Roll Along October ittle Theatre University Symphony Orchestra Sat., October Meng Concert Hall University Wind Symphony & CSUF Symphonic Winds “Moving Forward, Looking Back” Sun., October Meng Concert Hall Tuesday Matinée: Students in performance Tuesdays Oct. 1 , ov. 1 , and Dec. 1 pm Recital Hall October 1

Blue Stockings ovember Hallberg Theatre

David O. Thorsen Tribute Concert feat. the CSUF University Singers, Concert Choir and Thorsen Alumni Singers Sat., October , Meng Concert Hall

University Symphony Orchestra Sun., ovember 1 Meng Concert Hall Fri.,

CSUF Symphonic Winds ovember 1 Meng Concert Hall

Cello Choir Fri., ovember 1 Recital Hall Fall Dance Theatre: “Momentum” December 1–10 ittle Theatre Fullerton Jazz Orchestra Fri., December Meng Concert Hall University Wind Symphony Sat., December Meng Concert Hall Titan Voices & Singing Titans Mon., December Meng Concert Hall Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble & Fullerton Latin Ensemble, feat. Alex Norris, trumpet Tues., December Meng Concert Hall University Band ed., December Meng Concert Hall Deck the Hall at Cal State Fullerton! with the University Symphony Orchestra, University Singers, CSUF Concert Choir, Titan Voices and Singing Titans December 1 , 11 Meng Concert Hall

Ning An, piano & Dennis Kim, violin ed., October Meng Concert Hall Opera Scenes ovember Recital Hall She Kills Monsters ovember 1 December Hallberg Theatre

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