8 Past Events at Music Instruction Building, Ball State University

DO YOU MISS PLAYING YOUR BAND INSTRUMENT?

JOIN THE BALL STATE UNIVERSITY
CAMPUS BAND
FALL SEMESTER 2010

Rehearsals are on Tuesday Evenings from 7:00 to 9:00
In the Music Instruction Building, Room 152

HOW DO I JOIN?
**Register for MUSCH 141B (REF#26418, SEC.001) for no credit,
Or 341B (REF#26612, SEC.001) for .5 credits**
or
Please come to MIB 152 @ 7:00 P.M. August 24th
Informational Rehearsal NO INSTRUMENTS NEEDED.
No Auditions, just a great musical experience!

For more information contact:
Charles Reader, cdreader@bsu.edu
Tom Wallis, tmwallis@bsu.edu
or call the BSU Band Office @ 285-9178

MUSIC MAJORS ARE WELCOME TO PERFORM ON SECONDARY INSTRUMENTS!!!!!!

Following the career of 1920’s saxophonist Kathryne Thompson, Dr. Hubbs takes her audience on a journey through music history.

Presented as part of Ball State's annual Women's Week.

Recital features the Ball State Women’s Chorus, Ladies Choice student a cappella group, and faculty and student soloists.

Presented as part of Ball State's annual Women's Week.

Astral Mixtape is one of the most exciting new music ensembles with "out-of-this-world sounds" presenting a "one-of-kind event" to quote their most recent host, Meadowlark Music Festival Lincoln, Nebraska. Astral Mixtape is a multifaceted band based in Los Angeles, Astral Mixtape blends classical instrumental virtuosity with the sounds of their generation. They collaboratively create and perform original compositions and arrangements using a unique line-up of two violins, a cello, a piano, a synthesizer, and electronics. Their music combines the spectacle of pop, the spontaneity of jazz, and the experimentation of contemporary music. 

Beyond their cutting-edge performances in clubs and concert halls, the quartet has contributed to the soundtracks of numerous short films. Many of these films – such as Leaving the Factory, Broken Layers, and Ink – have won prizes at Cannes and BAFTA film festivals. Most recently, the quartet was named a winner of the prestigious Astral Artists National Competition.

About Guest Artist Trevor Mowry

Trevor is an oboist based in the Washington, DC area who has been lauded for his “lovely and plaintive” playing (Charleston Gazette). He has played co-principal oboe in “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band since his appointment at age 22 in 2012. In that capacity he has performed in hundreds of band, orchestra, and chamber music concerts in 44 US states, and regularly performs for state functions at the White House. He has appeared as a guest musician with the National Symphony Orchestra, the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra, Houston Grand Opera, the Richmond Symphony Orchestra, and the New World Symphony. He can frequently be heard in performance throughout the DC area as principal oboe of the Alexandria Symphony, and as guest principal oboe with the Fairfax Symphony, Annapolis Symphony, Maryland Lyric Opera, the National Philharmonic, Post Classical Ensemble, Cathedral Choral Society, and other esteemed local arts organizations. A passionate educator, Trevor has been featured in master classes at over thirty universities and conservatories across the United States. He is the winds coach for the American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra program, where he helps hone the ensemble-playing skills of outstanding young woodwind players as they prepare to enter top collegiate music programs. He received a Performer’s Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree in Oboe Performance from the Eastman School of Music, and pursued graduate studies at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music until his appointment to “The President’s Own.” (This bio is presented in an unofficial capacity and neither “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band, the U.S. Marine Corps nor any other component of the Department of Defense or the U.S. Government has endorsed it.)

Event Highlights

This year’s Oboe Marathon, hosted by Dr. Lisa Kozenko and the Ball State Oboe Studio, promises a fun and engaging day for oboists of all levels. It’s a perfect chance to meet new oboe friends, connect with fellow musicians, and gain valuable insights into performance techniques, ensemble playing, and professional development. This year’s event will include two masterclasses with Trevor, as well as reed making workshop with Trevor, Dr. Kozenko and the Ball State Oboe Studio. New This Year! We’re excited to offer our first-ever English Horn Workshop, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of English Horn playing. Don’t miss out on this exclusive session—please bring your English Horn (if you have one - it's not necessary) and an English Horn reed if you’d like to participate! Please register now!

Tentative Schedule

• Warm Up & Welcome with Dr. Kozenko & the BSU Oboe Studio
  10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
• Oboe Master Class I with Trevor Mowry
  10:15 – 1:00 p.m.
• Break
  1:00 – 1:15 p.m.
• English Horn Workshop (bring your English Horn and a reed!)
  1:15 – 2:00 p.m.
• Oboe Master Class II with Trevor Mowry
  2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
• Career Opportunities in Military Bands with Trevor Mowry
  3:30 – 4:00 p.m.
• Oboe Reed Making & Critique with Trevor Mowry
  4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Additional Information

• Play Your ISSMA Solo: Participants have the option to perform their ISSMA solo for feedback.
• Prepare a Piece: Attendees are encouraged to bring a prepared piece for the event.
• Bring Your Oboe! This is a hands-on event, so all participants should bring their oboe.

Free and Open to the Public! Join us for one session or stay the whole day—you’re guaranteed to learn something new and leave inspired.

If you are unable to attend in person, you can join us virtually via Zoom. Register to receive your meeting link and access details.

“The experience was a game-changer for me. Being able to hear other oboists and the advice they were given inspired me to accelerate my practice and work hard to sound like them.”

– 2020 BSU Oboe Marathon ParticipantParking

Parking is available in the McKinley Parking Garage (entrance on Ashland Avenue) located immediately south of Sursa Hall. On weekdays, metered parking ($1/hr) is available on the first floor of the garage until 7 p.m. at which time parking is free. This garage is free on weekends.

ACTIVITIES
 

• Option to conduct the Ball State Wind Ensemble in Concert! See "Conductor - Audition Track" below to apply.
• Option to receive a conducting lesson with our featured clinician! See "Conductor - Audition Track" below to apply.
• Conduct the Ball State University Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony in beautiful Sursa Hall in a workshop setting.
• Work and collaborate with outstanding conductors and educators.
• Attend an open rehearsal with renowned conductors and composers.
• Participate in discussions dealing with repertoire, score study, rehearsal techniques, conducting technique, gesture and movement, and personal growth.
• Attend a performance by the Ball State Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony

REGISTRATION

To Register and submit payment, please fill out this form:

REGISTER & SUBMIT PAYMENT

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

Friday (Optional Rehearsal Attendance)

• 7:00p.m. - 10:15 p.m. – Open Rehearsal with Ball State Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble with Guest Clinician and Selected Auditionee

Saturday

• 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. – Welcome and Continental Breakfast (Hahn Hall)
• 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. – Conducting Session with Wind Ensemble (Sursa Hall)
• 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. – Wind Ensemble open rehearsal
• 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. – Lunch (Provided)
• 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. – Lecture/Discussion Sessions (Band Room, MIB Room 152)
• 7:30 p.m. – Ball State Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony Concert Performance (Sursa Hall)

Sunday

• 9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. - Open Rehearsal with Libertyville High School Wind Ensemble
• 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Conducting Session with Wind Symphony (Sursa Hall)
• 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Wrap up Lecture/Discussion session (MIB Room 152)

ACTIVITIES
 

• Option to conduct the Ball State Wind Ensemble in Concert! See "Conductor - Audition Track" below to apply.
• Option to receive a conducting lesson with our featured clinician! See "Conductor - Audition Track" below to apply.
• Conduct the Ball State University Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony in beautiful Sursa Hall in a workshop setting.
• Work and collaborate with outstanding conductors and educators.
• Attend an open rehearsal with renowned conductors and composers.
• Participate in discussions dealing with repertoire, score study, rehearsal techniques, conducting technique, gesture and movement, and personal growth.
• Attend a performance by the Ball State Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony

REGISTRATION

To Register and submit payment, please fill out this form:

REGISTER & SUBMIT PAYMENT

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

Friday (Optional Rehearsal Attendance)

• 7:00p.m. - 10:15 p.m. – Open Rehearsal with Ball State Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble with Guest Clinician and Selected Auditionee

Saturday

• 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. – Welcome and Continental Breakfast (Hahn Hall)
• 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. – Conducting Session with Wind Ensemble (Sursa Hall)
• 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. – Wind Ensemble open rehearsal
• 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. – Lunch (Provided)
• 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. – Lecture/Discussion Sessions (Band Room, MIB Room 152)
• 7:30 p.m. – Ball State Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony Concert Performance (Sursa Hall)

Sunday

• 9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. - Open Rehearsal with Libertyville High School Wind Ensemble
• 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Conducting Session with Wind Symphony (Sursa Hall)
• 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Wrap up Lecture/Discussion session (MIB Room 152)

About

Entering its 52nd year, the Larry McWilliams Dimensions in Jazz Festival attracts over 35 high school jazz bands annually. The bands participate in jazz band and combo competitions as well as clinics. The day ends with an evening concert featuring the two winning bands from the day’s competition and the Ball State Jazz Lab Ensemble with special guest artists. Ball State Jazz faculty and invited guests present clinics and judge the competitions.

Guest Artist: Alexis Cole

Called "one of the great voices of today," by Jonathan Schwartz, and praised for her “Impeccable control and style” by Michael Feinstein, Alexis Cole has been compared to classic jazz singers such as Sarah Vaughan and Anita O'Day. A Top Winner of the Jazzmobile Vocal Competition judged by jazz icons TS Monk, Catherine Russell, Grady Tate and Dr. Billy Taylor, 3rd prize winner in the Montreux Jazz Vocal Competition, and a finalist in the Sarah Vaughan Competition, Alexis has a dozen albums to her credit on Motéma, Chesky, Venus Records and Zoho. She has recorded with such artists as Fred Hersch, Bucky Pizzarelli, and Don Braden. She’s been a soloist with the Boston Pops, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and has headlined at clubs around the US and Asia.

As an educator, Alexis was the head of vocal jazz at the conservatory at SUNY Purchase and counts Grammy Winning Samara Joy and rising star Anaïs Reno as her students. She is the founder and director of JazzVoice.com, an online educational community featuring singing classes, professional development sessions and private lessons from a roster of renowned jazz vocalists and educators. And she is artistic director of the Virginia Beach Vocal Jazz Summit. Her most recent release “Jazz Republic: Taiwan, The United States and the Freedom of Swing” features original arrangements for big band and orchestra, performed by Alexis with the Taipei Jazz Orchestra. Alexis' latest endeavor is MusicAuditions.com, a website to connect musicians to employers.

Learn more about the Ball State University Jazz Ensembles.