Area band charging forward on music scene Sep 16, 2009
Hart graduated from playing the French horn in the school band to learning to play drums on his own after dropping out of band his junior year at Loyd Star Attendance Center. Curtis grew up playing music with his family and has been playing in gospel groups since he was 16. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
NEC toasts its unique niche Sep 13, 2009
That changed when Schuller, a French horn player turned composer and passionate jazz advocate, took over. The first act of my presidency was to declare that we will have a jazz department, he told the panel. (Boston Globe)
New Space Coast Symphony Orchestra debuts Saturday Sep 11, 2009
He sits on the board of directors for the Brevard Symphony Youth Orchestra where, as a teenager, he played French horn for five years. He faithfully took up leadership of the Space Coast Oratorio Society when its founder, the late Vern Boushell, passed away two years ago. (Florida Today)
Swampscott 91-year-old Louise Wing has witnessed growth of synchronized swimming Aug 28, 2009
She graduated in 1953 with a diploma in the French Horn and played for years in orchestras and chamber music groups (see attached story about Wing s musical pursuits). Since it wasn t until 1975 when National Masters competitions began, Wing used to compete in solo competitions against girls as young as 12 years old. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
A summer serenade Aug 26, 2009
Schapper s husband, Bob, plays the French horn; she takes publicity photographs. I like to get a sh ot of the clock tower (of the Benton County Courthouse) in when I can, she said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Dr. Jeremiah Mead, 88 Aug 18, 2009
In his 40s, he had taken up the French horn, having played trombone in high school and college, and music continued to be a big part of his life. The Madison, Wisc. (Boston Globe)
Long-time drummer records solo CD Aug 16, 2009
He began playing the French horn, mellophone, baritone horn, and other brass instruments ... Emphrey realized he couldn t make money with a French horn, so he started drumming. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
PHILIP NORMAN AUSTIN, the Music Man, died the last week of July 2009, in Tucson. Aug 9, 2009
He played French horn in Concert Band and violin in the Orchestra. He served as Drum Major of the marching band 1960-65. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
A whole new ‘neighborhood’ Jul 31, 2009
Producers incorporated what they call the best of Mr. Rogers or 40 clips for the website, , including his chats with famous guests such as cellist Yo-Yo Ma and him showing the different sounds a tuba and a French horn make. Although some of the con tent is decades old, the look of the site is radiant and fresh with bright primary colors. (Boston Globe)
To be the best Jul 28, 2009
Both graduates were members of the band at THS, Lantrip plays french horn and Johnson the clarinet, and they also are looking forward to performing with their respective college bands. In the fall shes headed to Baylor and hes anxiously awaiting the day hell set foot on Texas Aersitys campus next month. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Vento Chiaro quintet proves its staying power Jul 26, 2009
Michelle Doyle has been the clarinetist since 2001, and Anne Howarth took over French horn this spring. The quintet has one CD, and performs formally 10 to 12 times a year. (Boston Globe)
A final farewell Jul 25, 2009
LYLE SORUM wrote on Jul 23, 2009 9:41 PM:" Virgil,Although we left Williston in 1973 my son David brings your name up when he recalls his years at Williston H.S He tells the story of how he wanted to play the trumpet, but you convinced him to play the French Horn. Both Dave and Dianne fondly remember the preparation for concerts and especially Band Day. Thank you for your meny years of great service to the city of Williston. ". Jim Irgens wrote on Jul 23, 2009 6:04 PM:" Congratulations Virgil on... (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Entertainment briefs Jul 24, 2009
She plays for three Masses each Sunday, directs and accompanies the church's adult choir and plays piano and French horn in numerous ensembles, including the Heartland Symphony, Central Lakes Brass, Central Lakes Community Band and piano with El Nino, a big band/swing band. Erik Kier to perform at Staples Music in the Park. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Soil creatures Jul 23, 2009
The instrumentation takes in kettle drums and xylophone, harp and violin, French horn and recorder, all arranged skilfully, subtly and persuasively, with space the defining element, even when tempos and sounds thicken. Mann's vocals walk through so casually that you don't notice for some time that they are so thoroughly engaging, so human and so touching. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
‘Awesome’ symphony at Lake Park: Beethoven Festival continues in Winona for next two weeks Jul 3, 2009
Marna played the French horn in college and plans to pick up her skill once more next winter. I have to get a new French horn, though, Marna said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Strike up the band Jul 3, 2009
The quintet also includes John Kuntz on trumpet, John Wilkerson on French horn, Catherine Leasure on trombone and Tom Waid on tuba. All but Kuntz are Brevard Community College music faculty members. (Florida Today)
Time Out (4) Jul 1, 2009
Members of Sounds of Brass are: Dave Brown and Natalie Sturr, on trumpet; Ray Bratt, on French horn; Dick Harper, on trombone; Frank Bickel, on tuba; and Jim Myers, on drums. Bring a lawn chair for comfortable seating. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Charger Band musicians earn UIL medals (1) Jun 26, 2009
French horn, Mason Cardiff, Brennen Jennings, Mike McMeans, Molly McRedmond, and Keith Register. Bass trombone, Ross Jenkins. (Boerne Star, TX)
July 4th celebration planned in Lexington Jun 23, 2009
The Lexington Brass Quintet made up of tuba, trumpets, French horn, and trombone players will entertain by playing a variety of patriotic music, marches, and Americana selections. In addition, to music there will 4th of July fireworks, children's activities, BBQ dinners, Eleanore's Marketplace Tag Sale, food and craft vendors, children's bike parade, displays, and tethered and hot air balloon rides. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Why don't girls play guitar? Jun 21, 2009
AND FOR BOTH African drums French horn cornet saxophone tenor horn ... I also played tuba, trombone, trumpet and French horn. (BBC News)
Joseph Larson Troop 563's 32nd Eagle Scout Jun 17, 2009
Joseph plays French horn in the DUHS band and participates in Science Olympia. He plans to pursue an English and literature major. (Dowagiac News, MI)
A one-wheel show: Resident rediscovers mountain unicycling Jun 16, 2009
I used to play French horn, until I was 12 or 13, but I wasn t really getting it. It wasn t until college that I realized what music was about, and that it s about playing with other people, said Plotkin-Swing, who plays the guitar and ukulele. (Concord Journal, MA)
Masters at music: Area’s top senior musicians among best in state, too Jun 6, 2009
Mariel Crolius, a French horn player from Central, has been a member of the all-state band and orchestra for three years and won the La Crosse Youth Symphony Orchestra concerto competition. She will head to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Views Beyond the Peninsula (youth) Jun 6, 2009
He plays the French horn. Two close friends of Aiken's parents are serious photographers and have helped mentor the adolescent, offering constructive criticism and lending him equipment. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Hanover Highs Class of 2009 graduates Saturday Jun 4, 2009
I m really looking forward to taking classes I want to take, and studying things that interest me, said deVere, who plays the French horn. No more math or science, I m going to major in music. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Charleston Community Band expects full house for concert series opener Jun 4, 2009
Band Director John Daum said more than 50 musicians turned out for the group s first two practices of the season, including a surprisingly large number of French horn, saxophone, trombone and trumpet players, he noted. We are going to have a house full, said Daum, adding he is still looking for some additional clarinet players to fill out the band s lineup. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
In Pursuit of Tommy Trojan Jun 2, 2009
Her father and grandmother had played the French horn, but despite urging from her elementary school band director she chose the flute instead. I didn t want to [play the French horn] because it wasn t girly ... In high school, she started playing the mellophone (which is a marching version of the French horn), the instrument she plays now. (Pac-10.org)
Edmond Basson, 75, former ASO cellist May 27, 2009
Edmond Basson started out playing the French horn. When he turned 15, he picked up the cello. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Kenneth S. Hillway May 24, 2009
Performed with Cascade Chorus, Springfield, played French horn with Mid. Columbia Symphony, Kennewick; and Oregon Jewish Orchestra and Oregon Sinfonietta, Portland. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Violent hazing at times in college band repertoire May 17, 2009
BATON ROUGE (AP) When two first-year French horn players in Southern University's marching band were beaten so badly they had to be hospitalized in intensive care, it exposed a dirty secret: Hazing isn't reserved for fraternities ... The victims at Southern apparently were seeking membership to "Mellow Phi Fellow," a fraternity-like subgroup of the French horn section, according to investigators. (USA Today -- News)
Making sweet music: IHS choir among best of the best May 16, 2009
A French horn player since sixth grade, Rux said a helpful nudge from Scheller She said we needed a bass, Rux recalled before his junior year opened his mind to singing. Now, Rux is one of a couple dozen incoming Western Michigan University students in the Vocal Music Department thousands try out each year where his major will be performing arts. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Reporter's Notebook: CV to dedicate plaza, Shaull Elementary May 14, 2009
For wind ensemble: French horn player Peter Breen of Cumberland Valley High School, oboe player Sarah Gregory of Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School and bassoon player Cassie Fernelius of Shippensburg Area High School. For chorus: soprano Megan Cambell of Carlisle High School, alto Emily Barno of Cedar Cliff High School and soprano Elise Manning of Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Natchez, Canton residents among 7 guilty in hazing May 13, 2009
Three victims apparently wanted to be members of "Mellow Phi Fellow," a subgroup of the French horn section not recognized by the university, according to sheriff's investigators. The three victims were blindfolded and told to remove their shirts, then doused with water as "senior members of the organization struck them numerous times with open hands," court documents said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Student efforts lauded by school board May 13, 2009
The instrument, a double French horn, was purchased like all of his other donated instruments, using funds from his scrap metal collection program. The horn is worth approximately $3,000. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
BHS seniors honored at annual awards ceremony May 12, 2009
Solo and Ensemble Contest/Outstanding Performance Recognition: Josh Bacon (french horn), Max Malloy (percussion), Mason Musfeldt (violin) and Alexa Pomerank (flute). Rollie Peterson Scholarship: Alexa Pomerenk. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Quadruplet Mom has four times loving touch May 10, 2009
Jared is captain of the marching band drum team, Brinsley plays French horn and Buckley is on the danceline. Brianna is a cheerleader for the varsity football team and participates in competition cheerleading. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Concert band is practicing for a show next week May 10, 2009
Instrumentalists who play the French horn, bassoon, tenor saxophone, flute oboe and percussion are wanted. For more information, call Allen at 404-8795. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
When the ‘River’ moves on May 9, 2009
In addition to singing in chorus, she plays the French horn in band, and has competed in All County competitions for both. Nick Paolino, an 11th-grader at Cairo-Durham High School, says that while working with students from other districts has been great, he says working with professionals like Little and Biggs has been better. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
MCHS bands to present concert Sunday May 7, 2009
An Alumni Brass Quintet will perform pre-concert music at 2:30 p.m. The members, all 2008 graduates of MCHS, are Jessica Palmer and Elise Duvall, trumpet; Chloe Dedic, French Horn, Jake Humburg, trombone and Brett Mulkey, bass trombone. Sunday s concert is a celebration of the Instrumental Music Department s 82nd year. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Doris H. Grimes, 91 Apr 29, 2009
Doris was a founding member of the Bethany Methodist Church, enjoyed music (French Horn) and her many hobbies included crocheting, making dolls and crosswords. She was proud of her husband Jim s steam engine building and accompanied him to many Steam-ups. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
After Iraq's civil war, lessons in civility Apr 28, 2009
" Bilal, who wants to be a teacher and to travel, aims to learn from the class how to behave outside Iraq. Music has saved many. Ranya Nashat, a French horn player in 11th grade at Baghdad's music and ballet school, is one of several students who have become full members of the national symphony. "It was really bad in the beginning," of the war, she says. Before she became serious about music, "I just watched TV all day. " When the electricity would go out, she says she'd feel frustrated and... (Christian Science Monitor)
Carolyn Mess Apr 19, 2009
She plays trombone and French horn and has been playing the trumpet since she was in second grade. When Mess was about 13 years old, she got involved with Habitat for Humanity and has been involved with the Purdue chapter of the organization. (Purduesports.com)
From YouTube to the stage at Carnegie Apr 15, 2009
Voted on by viewers, 90 musicians make their New York debut tonight with the YouTube Symphony Orchestra. Five Canadians will be among them. (Globe and Mail)
Travis Middle School Advanced Band Apr 9, 2009
Soloists receiving medals on French Horn are. James Hsu and Zach Pilgram. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
BHS musicians earn high marks at solo and ensemble contests Apr 9, 2009
Malloy, a four-year all-state musician, was named an outstanding performer for his marimba solo; Musfeldt, who is a three-year all-stater, earned the honor with his violin solo; Pomerenk, who has been named an all-stater three times, received the recognition with her flute solo; and two-year all-stater Josh Bacon reached the accolade with his French horn solo. For the orchestra department, a total of 28 students comprised the 20 BHS entries. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Local soloists head to state competition Apr 8, 2009
French horn: Lisa Thompson (CVHS), first place. Tuba: Gavin Milligan (CVHS), first place; Garrett Egan (CVHS), first alternate; Matthew Braun (CHS), second alternate. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Sahuarita High School sophomore Brianna Nay, who plays the French horn, will perform this month at the All-State Festival at the University of Arizona. Photo by KAREN WALENGA | THE SAHUARITA SUN Apr 7, 2009
Sahuarita High School sophomore Brianna Nay, who plays the French horn, will perform this month at the All-State Festival at the University of Arizona ... Four SHS music students auditioned March 14 for the festival at Gilbert High School, and 16-year-old Nay, who plays the French horn, made the cut ... Nay began piano lessons in third grade, took up the trumpet in fourth grade, and has been playing French horn for two and half years. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
The Incredible Audible Art Tour in Idyllwild (3) Apr 5, 2009
Two Babes in the Woods, which has one location in the Village Centre, (951) 659-9595, and another at 55750 South Circle Drive, (951) 659-8100, will feature an artist demonstration by painter Jean Requa Lubin entitled, "The French Horn and the Lilies.". Everitt's Minerals and Gallery (951) 659-7075 will feature alternating demonstrations in lapidary and wire wrapping by artists/owners Larry and Janet Everitt. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Middle school students share stage with national ensemble Apr 4, 2009
When he got a new French horn as a present, kids remarked that the nice instrument shouldn t be wasted on a bad musician. I wanted to show these guys, and I wanted to play as good as my horn looks, Castellanos said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Middle school music students chosen for New England honor band Apr 4, 2009
"It's rare to have two students of this caliber, and they were both accepted." Benjamin and Tori-Lynn are both 14 years old and have been playing their instruments (he plays trumpet and she plays French horn) since fourth grade ... He also enjoys playing the piano a little, as well as acting and singing, and was in a recent school production of "Annie." Tori-Lynn said she chose the French horn because "it's a unique instrument and not a lot of people play it." She plays in the school's symphony... (Newington Town Crier, CT)
Dallas Brass aims for art, entertainment, education Mar 29, 2009
Dallas Brass consists of two trumpets, trombone, French horn, tuba and percussion ... THE ENSEMBLE: Michael Levine, trombone; Jeff Handel, percussionist; Brian Neal and D.J. Barraclough, trumpet; Chris Castellanos, French horn, Nat McIntosh, tuba. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
New Orleans' zest for life»Big Easy loves food, music Mar 29, 2009
A French horn bleats a Spartan All of Me as we walk across Jackson Square. A guitarist picks the theme from The Pink Panther while we chomp beignets at Cafe du Monde. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Brevard Youth Symphony Orchestra celebrates 25th anniversary Mar 28, 2009
High; French horn player Jared Mushill, a senior at Eau Gallie High; and bassoonist Carly Gomez, a senior at Satellite High. The concert will be conducted by Joe Kreines, maestro for the BSYO's symphony orchestra. (Florida Today)
Pasqua takes Grand Champion at 2009 San Antonio Stock Show Mar 26, 2009
Her musical talent, beginning at the age of 6 with the piano, has lead to expanding a musical background that includes the Saxophone, French Horn, and Flute. She was named outstanding young musician in the 6th grade. (Fort Stockton Pioneer, TX)
Bringing the brass Mar 25, 2009
"The better you get, the more fun it is," said French horn player Chris Castellanos. Nat McIntosh, sousaphone player, told students that "fundamental techniques are the building blocks to musical freedom" that includes imagination. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Kid fave Snicket is back with ‘The Composer Is Still Dead' Mar 23, 2009
WHY WE LIKE IT: This is a really fun way to help your kid learn the difference between a French horn and a flute. The music is great, and story is silly but smart. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Lana'i is alive with the sound of band music Mar 23, 2009
"What we found on Lana'i was a little bit disturbing, but hopeful," said Jonathan Parrish, a French horn player and Chamber Music Hawai'i's general manager ... She played French horn at St. Andrew's Priory and liked it so much that she majored in music education at the University of Hawai'i-Manoa. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Concert is also a food drive Mar 18, 2009
She plays French horn and also has participated in a handful of honor bands around the region, including the Northwest Festival in Minot, Dickinson's Northern Plains Festival, University of North Dakota Honor Band, Valley City State Ployhar Honor Band, Augustana Honor Band, and North Dakota All State Band. She will be performing the first movement of the "Concerto No. 1 Opus 11" in the key of E flat major by Richard Strauss, for horn. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Today's Best Bets Mar 17, 2009
The quartet features Heidi Nibbelink on oboe, Beth Baile on flute, Tom Cooper on clarinet, Barbara Hawman on French horn and Robert Placek on bassoon. Admission is free. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Obituaries for Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Mar 17, 2009
Music was very important to Lee; playing the French horn in high school and directing the church choir in Decatur and Pekin, Ill. She received great satisfaction during the 10 years she sang with the Sweet Adelines in Alexandria, Minn. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
BMS band students earn high marks at solo and ensemble contests Mar 17, 2009
Excellent or "I" ratings Megan Dannen, 7th grade, flute solo; Hannah Wailes, 7th grade, flute solo; Bethany Brewer, 7th grade, flute solo; Maggie Orey, 7th grade, clarinet solo; Jessie Soderstrum, 7th grade baritone saxophone solo; Rachel Haynes, 7th grade, French horn solo; Raine Welterlen, 7th grade, trumpet solo; Abbie Freeman, 7th grade, trumpet solo; Nick DeReus, 7th grade, trumpet solo; Carissa Brown, 8th grade, flute solo; Seth Woolston, 8th grade, trumpet solo; Karen Kiesel, 8th grade,... (Boone Today, IA)
'1959 - Jazz's Greatest Year,' Classic Albums by Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck and Charles Mingus All Celebrate 50th Anniversaries in 2009 Mar 14, 2009
Sketches was Miles' first post-Kind Of Blue project, and retains that LP's modal feel on the 16-minute version of Rodrigo's "Concierto de Aranjuez,' the inspiration for Davis and Evans. Liner notes for the 2009 edition of Sketches are written by composer academician Gunther Schuller, whose hundreds of accomplishments in jazz include playing French horn for Miles on the 1949-50 Birth Of The Cool sessions. Sketches was recorded in 1959 and released in 1960.Mingus Ah Um by Charles Mingus: 2009 also... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Musical exchange Mar 14, 2009
Other items on display included drum sets, bongos, electronic keyboards, drum pedals, clarinets, saxophones, trumpets and a French horn or two. Oefelein said some of the trumpets and saxophones were of professional quality. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Do 'nothing' this weekend Mar 14, 2009
The concert features French horn soloist Eric Ruske. Tickets range from 16 to 33 for adults, and 14 to 18 for students and senior citizens. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
DUHS Drama Club spring musical opens March 20 Mar 12, 2009
The band drum major (she plays French horn and is learning tenor for Jazz Band) must be authoritative because she looks too petite to be physically imposing. "I try to be louder and stronger because I'm so short," she said. (Dowagiac News, MI)
