"University Symphonic Winds" program

University Symphonic Winds Gregory Xavier Whitmore, conductor October 8, 2023

Sylvia A. Alva, President, California State University, Fullerton Amir H. Dabirian, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (Interim) Alexander Porter, Vice President, Administration and Finance/CFO David Forgues, Vice President, Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion Rommel Hidalgo, Vice President, Information Technology Tonantzin Oseguera, Vice President, Student Affairs Gregory J. Saks, Vice President, University Advancement

Arnold Holland, EdD, Dean Dave Mickey, Associate Dean Christopher Johnson, Budget Coordinator Michael Sanchez, IT Learning Experience Designer Heather Guzman, Assistant to the Deans Dr. Randall Goldberg, Director, School of Music Michelle Murillo, Chair, Department of Visual Arts Kathryn Wilson, Chair, Department of Theatre & Dance Jennifer Frias, Director, Nicholas & Lee Begovich Gallery John Spiak, Director, Grand Central Art Center - Santa Ana Dominic Mumolo, Senior Director of Development Ann Steichen, Director of Development 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

Welcome to the College of the Arts fall 2023 performing and visual arts season. I am so proud of the collaborative efforts our faculty, staff, and students have undertaken to produce such a wide array of programming across four disciplines. It takes months, sometimes years, of work to create what you are about to enjoy – a commitment matched only by our collective passion for the arts.

Each year, the college presents a wide variety of programming that reflects our diverse perspectives. In Theatre, the season begins with a stage adaptation of the hauntingly emotional novel and film “Let the Right One In,” which reveals both the darkest impulses of humanity and our universal desire for connection. Acclaimed 1975 hit musical “A Chorus Line” gets a fresh update by Marty Austin Lamar and Courtney Ozovek that will immerse audiences in the audition process of a Broadway show. In the School of Music, the Fullerton Jazz Orchestra and University Symphony Orchestra perform together in the first ever “Fullerton Pops!” Also in November, Begovich Gallery explores the midcentury architecture and aesthetics of our original Visual Arts Complex in the exhibition “PAST FORWARD.” While Begovich Gallery looks back at our historical beginnings, we continue to push toward the future as the Visual Arts Modernization Project (VA MOD) rapidly transforms the campus.

Our complex’s two new buildings are fully framed, architectural details have been installed, and extensive interior renovations on two existing buildings are nearing completion. These changes bring years of dreaming and planning into sharp focus, but there is so much work yet to be done. From exterior paint to integrate our past and present buildings, to restoring the beloved “Water Wall” sculpture, to new software that will power the next generation of digital artists, there are many ways you can make a difference. Visit the VA MOD web page for more details (art.fullerton.edu/va-mod).

The ways in which our students will benefit from the modernization project are as limitless as their imaginations, and as assured as our commitment to their success. In the College of the Arts, we measure student achievement in creativity, artistic integrity, and dedication, not in data points or statistics. We know you support our students because they give to you through their artistry – it’s something you feel, something that moves you. By strengthening this powerful bond, you empower students to thrive by supporting their creative and academic success.

If you share in the belief that the arts matter, please consider a donation of any amount to the Dean’s Fund for Excellence (arts.fullerton.edu/giving).

Whether this is your first theatre production or your twenty-first concert, know that you are an appreciated member of our Titan community. Thank you for joining us today and I look forward to seeing you again soon.

Sincerely,

Arnold Holland, Ed.D Dean, College of the Arts

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

FULL-TIME FACULTY

Strings

Conducting

Kimo Furumoto – Director of Orchestra Studies and University Symphony Orchestra conductor Bongshin Ko – cello Dr. Ernest Salem* – violin

Jazz and Commercial Music

Dr. Pamela Madsen – composition, theory Dr. Ken Walicki* – composition, theory

Kimo Furumoto – instrumental Dr. Robert Istad – choral Dr. Dustin Barr – instrumental Bill Cunliffe* – jazz piano; arranging; Fullerton Jazz Orchestra, Fullerton Big Band and combo director Rodolfo Zuniga – jazz studies, jazz percussion, and music techology; Fullerton Chamber Jazz Ensemble director

Piano, Organ, Piano Pedagogy Ning An – piano Bill Cunliffe – jazz piano Alison Edwards* – piano, piano pedagogy, class piano Myong-Joo Lee – piano Dr. Robert Watson – piano

Music Education, Teacher Training, and Teaching 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

Vivianne Asturizaga – musicology Dr. John Koegel – musicology Dr. Katherine Powers – musicology Dr. Katherine Reed – musicology

Theory and Composition

Vocal, Choral, and Opera

Dr. Robert Istad – Director of Choral Studies and University Singers conductor Dr. Kerry Jennings – Director of Opera Dr. Christopher Peterson – CSUF Concert Choir and Singing Titans conductor Joni Y. Prado – voice, academic voice courses

Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion

Dr. Dustin Barr – Director of Wind Band Studies, University Wind Symphony, University Band Jean Ferrandis – flute Sycil Mathai* – trumpet Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore CSUF Symphonic Winds conductor

STAFF Michael August – Production Manager Eric Dries – Music Librarian William Lemley – Audio Technician Jeff Lewis – Audio Engineer Chris Searight – Music Instrumental Services Paul Shirts – Administrative Assistant Elizabeth Williams – Business Manager Sue Winston – Office Coordinator * denotes Area Coordinator

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PROGRAM

University Symphonic Winds Gregory X. Whitmore, Conductor Chelsea Chaves, guest soprano soloist Giovanni Santos, guest composer anti(Fanfare) (2019)............................................................................................Andrew Blair (b. 1987) Slava! (1977/1978).....................................................................................Leonard Bernstein (1918-1990) trans. Clare Grundman Chavez, 1927 (2022).....................................................................................Giovanni Santos (b. 1980)

Giovanni Santos, guest composer

***** Intermission *****

Prelude in the Dorian Mode (After Antonio de Cabezón)...................... Antonio de Cabezon (1510-1556) Percy Grainger (1882-1961) All Stars Are Love (2014)................................................................................. Steven Bryant (b. 1972)

Chelsea Chaves, soprano soloist

English Folk Song Suite (1924/2008).................................................. Ralph Vaugn Williams March – Seventeen Come Sunday (1872-1958) Intermezzo – My Bonny Boy March – Folk Songs from Somerset

VIEW PROGRAM NOTES: music.fullerton.edu/programnotes

UNIVERSIT Y SYMPHONIC WINDS (listed alphabetically) Flute Christian Azarias Janeva Garibay Karla Hernandez Shawnee Herrera Krystal Jasso Rogelio Justo Jeffrey Nguyen Aylin Zuazo Oboe Megan Kimmel Bassoon Alejandra Conde Albert Godinez Clarinet Shawn Bryant Ella Congleton Adan Hernandez Aaron Luthi Ryan Nguyen Matt Prichard Jesus Santiago Joshua Schaefer

Saxophone Lennon Gamez (alto) Silvia Ibarra (alto) Allen Le (alto) Santiago Lopez (tenor) Andrew Ramos (alto, tenor) Jon Salarda (baritone) Trumpet Dominick Bonelli Carl Fong Alonna Freeborne Andrew Gonzalez Isaac Montano Yasmin Olmos Julian Quiroz Isaiah Soto James Teubner Rudy Xool Horn Lisa Cherry Jeffrey Gumpertz Anthony Olague Quintin Toma

Trombone Gio Gallegos Rami El-Ghossaini Luis Hernandez Matheu Padua Bass Trombone Nikolas Hernandez Euphonium Jackson Nguyen Tuba Dre Barlow Gregory Barnes Harp Brian Noel Percussion Cameron Abrahamson Maritza Alejos Daussel Echevarria Sylvie Furman Gabriela Guzman Peyton Johnson Diego Mendoza Piano Julia Chubb

ABOUT THE GUEST ARTISTS

Chelsea Chaves Soprano Chelsea Chaves has performed widely and is adored for her lyricism and winning stage presence. Since graduating with her master’s degree from the USC Thornton School of Music, she has been featured in opera productions and concerts, including Astoria Music Festival, Musiktheater Bavaria, Opera Santa Barbara, OperaWorks, the 2022 Grammy Award Winning Pacific Chorale, Pacific Symphony, Songfest, and many more. Her favorite roles include Hanna Glawari from Lehár’s Die Lustige Witwe and Pamina from Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte.

Chaves is passionate about bringing classical music to the younger generations and is often featured with Long Beach Opera and Pacific Symphony in their outreach pursuits.

In 2018, Chaves was a recipient of the prestigious vocal award from the Profant Foundation in Santa Barbara and was a finalist for the Loren L. Zachary Competition in 2015. She has also sung the National Anthem at two Laker games. She received her Bachelor of Music degree from Chapman University.

Giovanni Santos Giovanni Santos serves as Director of Wind and Percussion Studies and Associate Professor of Music at La Sierra University, where he directs the University Wind Ensemble, Chamber Winds, Big Band, and teaches courses in graduate and undergraduate instrumental music education, popular music, conducting and composition.

Santos has proudly implemented a yearly wind band conducting workshop at La Sierra University and has worked alongside H. Robert Reynolds, Thomas Lee, Larry Livingston, Travis Cross and Allan McMurray, helping some of the brightest young music educators in the United States. He maintains a busy guest conducting/clinician schedule, with recent residencies at the Manhattan School of Music, University of the Pacific, and for the Association of Concert Bands conference in Orlando.

As a composer, Santos has premiered his works across the United States, Asia and Europe, including a premiere with the United States Naval Academy Band Brass Ensemble at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C. under his baton.

His works have received premieres and performances by ensembles at the University of Michigan, University of Illinois, Michigan State University, University of North Texas, Florida State University, University of Florida, Ball State University, Oklahoma State University, UCLA, Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensemble, Illinois State University, Tanglewood Young Artist Wind Ensemble, Interlochen World Youth Wind Symphony and many more. His works for wind ensemble, orchestra, chamber music, and solo wind instruments are published exclusively by Murphy Music Press, LLC. Santos earned graduate degrees from the University of Southern California (MM) and Florida State University (PhD)

ABOUT THE CONDUCTOR

Gregory X. Whitmore Gregory X. Whitmore is Conductor of the University Symphonic Winds at California State University Fullerton (CSUF). In addition to this artistic responsibility, he is an Assistant Professor of Instrumental Music Education and serves as Area Coordinator of the CSUF Music Education Department.

He is also in his 10th season as Music Director of the Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensemble, one of only a handful of youth wind ensembles connected to a group one professional symphony orchestra (Pacific Symphony) in the United States.

Whitmore’s previous appointments in higher education include tenure as Director of Bands at Irvine Valley College (Irvine, CA), Mt. San Antonio College (Walnut, CA), and College of the Desert (Palm Desert, CA). Prior to his work in higher education, he spent 13 years as Director of Bands at Cathedral City High School (Cathedral City, CA).

A proud Midwesterner and native of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Whitmore earned his bachelor’s degree in instrumental music education from The University of Michigan School of Music, Theater and Dance. While a student at Michigan, he performed in the University of Michigan Symphony and Concert Bands; and led the University of Michigan Marching Band as “Michigan’s Man Up Front” - Drum Major - from 1999 to 2001 – becoming the second Black Drum Major in the history of the University of Michigan. He received his master’s degree in music with an emphasis in wind conducting from California State University Fullerton. He holds a master’s degree, and a doctorate in music and music education from Columbia University (Teachers College) in the city of New York.

A Second Place Winner of the 2017 American Prize in Conducting, Whitmore has conducted ensembles around the world in such notable concert venues as The Golden Hall of The Musikverein (Vienna), The Wiener Konzerthaus (Vienna), The MuTh (Vienna), Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall (Costa Mesa), Symphony Hall (Chicago), The Kennedy Center (Washington, D.C.), Carnegie Hall (New York City), Walt Disney Concert Hall (Los Angeles), Meng Hall (Fullerton, California), Holy Trinity Church (Stratford, England), St. John’s Smith Square (London), Chateau Vaux le Vicomte (Paris), and Heidelberg Castle (Germany). Under his direction, the Cathedral City High School Symphony Band was selected to perform as the showcase ensemble during the 2008 California Band Directors Association Annual Convention. He is a conductor for the World Strides Honors Performance Series.

With a research interest in music educator values as operationalized into pedagogy, in addition to investigating the concert band as an artistic medium; he has presented research at music education symposia in the United States and abroad. His research has been published in Visions of Research in Music Education. He has been recognized in four editions of Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers and he has been included in the 2005/2006 Edition of the National Honor Roll’s Outstanding American Teachers. He was selected to represent the State of California by School Band and Orchestra Magazine in the 2008 edition of “50 Band Directors Who Make a Difference.”

Whitmore belongs to professional organizations that include College Band Directors National Association, Kappa Kappa Psi Honorary Band Fraternity, Alpha Delta Phi Fraternity, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity, Pi Kappa Lambda Honor Society, The National Association for Music Education, Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association, and the California Music Educators Association.

Learn more about Dr. Whitmore at gwhitmore.com

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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+ Darryl Curran Shawna & Gregory Ellis Stan Mark Ryan Shirley & David Sepel William Wagner $25,000+ Alliance for the Performing Arts The Andy Warhol Foundation Johnny Carson Foundation Leo Freedman Foundation Robin & Steve Kalota Music Associates Frank & John Olsen Donna & Ernie Schroeder $10,000+ Art Alliance Affordable Housing Access Inc. Lee Begovich The Blackbaud Giving Fund Marilyn D. Carlson Robin De la Llata Amie Dwight Richard Odle Foundation Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund J.P. Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Ellen & Bill Groves Marianne Kreter Kathleen Hein Eleanore & James L. Monroe Lucina Moses & John Brennan Bob & Terri Niccum Dr. Katherine S. Powers & Håkan O. Rosengren Dana Praitis Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund Kristin K. Stang & Gordon Capp Jeffrey A. Stang & Lisa McDaniel Stang Sue & Dr. Edward A. Sullivan

$5,000+ Robin de la Llata Aime & Jack Aime Drs. Voiza & Joseph Arnold Dana M. Carrera* Steven Caulk Dr. Marc R. Dickey Susan & Richard Dolnick Desiree Engel Friends of Jazz Leslie & Greg Garman MaryLouise & Ed Hlavac Morningside of Fullerton Norma Morris Betty Murphy Jill Kurti Norman Orange County Community Foundation $1,000+ Judy L. Atwell Betsy & Eric Azariah Dottie & Nick Batinich Lucina & John Brennan Janet & Allen Bridgford Irene Chinn Stephen W. Collier & Joann Driggers William S. Cornyn CEC Artslink D. Barry Schmitt Revocable Trust Lucetta A. Dunn Dr. Anne Fingal Evelyn K. Francuz Fullerton Families and Friends Marsha Gallavan Jacquelyn Garrabrant Annette L. & Leon J. Gilbert Renee & John Gillespie Susan-Ellen Gilmont Dr. Mark J. Goodrich Dr. Margaret F. Gordon Theresa Harvey James L. Henriques Frank Hinojoz Dr. Robert Istad Michelle Jordan

Gladys M. Kares Gwendolyn & Carlos C. Leija Jason Lomeda Juliette Lunger John M. Martelli & Paul Coluzzi Karen & George Mast Thelma & Earl Mellott Sylvia Megerdichian Mary E. Moore Patricia & Carl Miller Ann & Douglas Myles David Navarro Yoshino & Ujinobu Niwa Debra L. Noble L. Palin Kerry & John Phelps The Presser Foundation Deanna & Arie Passchier Jim Plamondon Sheila Pinkle Sharon & Dr. Anil K. Puri Mary & Jerry R. Reinhart Renaissance Charitable Foundation Nancy & Robert Rennie Christine Rhoades David Rhone Dr. Stephen M. Rochford Ronald L. Katz Family Foundation Ann & Thad Sandford D. Barry Schmitt Louise P. Shamblen Martha Shaver Ingrid R. Shutkin Lorena L. Sikorski Carol Smith Sparkman Janet L. Smith Roberta & Robert Sperry Dodo V. Standring Thomas Statler Robert Van Sternberg Douglas Stewart Verne Wagner Dr. Sean E. Walker Debra Winters Richard Wulff YourCause, LLC *deceased

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, 2022 through August 2023

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 LORENA SIKORSKI 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: Ann Steichen • 657-278-7124 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 2023 Eduardo Delgado, piano A Tribute to Martha Baker-Jordan Sun., Oct. 9, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

(Fundraiser for Keyboard Pedagogy Scholarships)

Let The Right One In October 6–21, 2023 • Hallberg Theatre University Symphony Orchestra Sat., Oct. 7, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall University Symphonic Winds Sun., Oct. 8, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall Hub New Music Thurs., Oct. 12, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall University Wind Symphony w/ Hub New Music Fri., Oct. 13, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Ernest Salem, violin, & Alison Edwards, piano Sun., Oct. 15, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall Kirsten Yon, violin Thurs., Oct. 19, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Opera Scenes November 2–5, 2023 • Recital Hall CSUF School of Music presents: Fullerton Pops Sat., Nov. 4, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall A Chorus Line Nov. 9–Dec. 2, 2023 • Little Theatre University Symphony Orchestra Sun., Nov. 12, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall Jazz Singers Wed., Nov. 15, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall Cello Choir Fri., Nov. 17, 2023 • Recital Hall University Symphonic Winds Fri., Nov.17, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall Fall Dance Theatre: “In-Tandem” Nov. 30–Dec. 9, 2023 • Little Theatre Fullerton Jazz Orchestra Fri., Dec. 1, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Fullerton Jazz Orchestra & Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble feat. drummer Jared Schonig Fri., Oct. 20, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

University Wind Symphony Sat., Dec. 2, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Twelfth Night Oct. 20–Nov. 4, 2023 • Young Theatre

Titan Voices & Singing Titans Mon., Dec. 4, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

University Singers & Concert Choir Sun., Oct. 22, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble & Fullerton Latin Ensemble Tues., Dec. 5, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Ben Ullery, viola, w/ Dominic Cheli, piano Tues., Oct. 24, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall Denis Jiron, trombone Thurs., Oct. 26, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall Füreya Ünal (piano) & Friends Fri., Oct. 27, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

University Band Wed., Dec. 6, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall, 2023 Deck the Hall at Cal State Fullerton!

Dec. 9 and 10, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

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