Bill Cunliffe* jazz piano; arranging; Fullerton Jazz Orchestra, Fullerton Big Band and combo director
Rodolfo Zuñiga jazz studies, jazz percussion, and music techology; Fullerton Chamber Jazz Ensemble director
PIANO, ORGAN, PIANO PEDAGOGY
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. Gregory X. Whitmore* instrumental
MUSIC IN GENERAL EDUCATION
Dr. John Koegel*
Dr. Katherine Reed
MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE
Dr. Vivianne Asturizaga musicology
Dr. John Koegel* musicology
Dr. Katherine Powers musicology
Dr. Katherine Reed musicology
STRINGS
Kimo Furumoto Director of Orchestra Studies and University Symphony Orchestra conductor
Bongshin Ko cello
Dr. Ernest Salem* violin
THEORY AND COMPOSITION
Dr. Pamela Madsen, composition, theory
Dr. Ken Walicki* composition, theory
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
Dr. Joni Y. Prado voice, academic voice courses
Dr. Bri’Ann Wright general education
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 University Symphonic Winds conductor
STAFF
Michael August Production Manager
Eric Dries Music Librarian
Gretchen Estes-Parker Office Coordinator
Will Lemley Audio Technician
Jeff Lewis Audio Engineer
Chris Searight Musical Instrument Services
Paul Shirts Administrative Assistant
Elizabeth Williams Business Manager
* denotes Area Coordinator
Welcome to the College of the Arts 2024–2025 season – our first in three years where performing and visual arts programming will take place on one cohesive arts campus following the completion of the Visual Arts Modernization Project. We are thrilled you have joined us! As our visitors, you are part of our extended family of patrons, parents, friends, and fellow Titans, and we strive to reflect your stories and experiences in the programming we present.
To us, community engagement is more than just opening the doors of our performance and exhibition spaces and inviting you in; it’s about creating a space for dialogue through the work we share. This season, we are proud to bring you a slate of exhibitions, concerts, and performances that not only reflect our humanity but also have the power to transform how we see ourselves and others. In Theatre, “The Prom” opens the season with a joyful celebration of love and acceptance that follows teen Emma Nolan and her quest to attend the prom after she is disinvited for being gay. Will Emma get the prom she deserves? Next, Begovich Gallery presents four exhibitions to celebrate the public opening of Building G on November 2, including “Vitae: A New Generation” featuring CSUF visual arts alumni whose work explores self-discovery and issues of social justice. The following week, the Fullerton Jazz Orchestra and University Symphony Orchestra, along with guest artists Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea, perform in “Fullerton Pops!” Our award-winning choreographers and dancers take the stage in December for “Fall Dance Theatre,” a powerfully moving collection of performances in a variety of dance styles. And don’t forget everyone’s holiday concert favorite, “Deck the Hall at Cal State Fullerton!” on December 14 and 15.
With the completion of the Visual Arts complex this past summer, we are one of the largest comprehensive colleges of the arts in the CSU system. The complex boasts digitally enhanced classrooms, a green screen lab for film and animation, an expanded photography studio, four art galleries, and several indoor and outdoor spaces to encourage cross-disciplinary exploration. But with the distinction of being a large college of the arts comes great need, and many of our students face personal and financial challenges that prevent them from continuing their education. The Dean’s Fund for Excellence provides our students with funding for immersive, off- and on-campus experiences that contribute to their academic success, including CSU Summer Arts, conferences, and study abroad programs. Your support is not just appreciated; it is vital. If the arts and their continued importance in higher education are essential to you, please consider a gift of any amount to the Dean’s Fund today.
I thank you for joining us and for championing the arts in our community. Your support means the world to me and to our students. When you return, I invite you to visit the Visual Arts complex to see what’s new and to check out the galleries in Building G, across from Clayes Performing Arts Center and open late on select performance nights beginning in November. I hope to see you there!
Sincerely,
Arnold Holland, EdD Dean, College of the Arts
PROGRAM
Canon in D
JOHANN PACHELBEL (1653-1706) ARR. TERRY KING
Benjamin Her, Chani Greaves, Lynnette Silva,
Rebecca Chiu, Jinny Im, Gustavo Loya,
Ji Won Park, Edward Montalvo, Xiyan Yu,
Julian Van Aalst, Mia Masuda, Aaron Saldana
Panis Angelicus
CESAR FRANK (1822-1890)
Fratres für 4 Violoncelli
ARVO PÄRT (b. 1935)
Edward Montalvo, Chani Greaves
Benjamin Her, Gustavo Loya
Aria di Chiesa “Pietà Signore’
ALESSANDRO STRADELLA (1643-1682), ARR. PAUL BAZELAIRE
Sevilla
ISAAC ALBÉNIZ (1860-1909)
Bongshin Ko*, Yue Tang**, and Ji Won Park, celli
Aria (Cantilena) (from Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 for Soprano and Orchestra of Violoncelli)
HEITOR VILLA-LOBOS (1887-1959)
Ji Won Park, Jinny Im, Rebecca Chiu, Aaron Saldana,
Bongshin Ko* (solo cello transcribed from soprano),
Julian Van Aalst, Mia Masuda, Xiyan Yu, Lynnette Silva
Canon in D ‘Rockelbel’
JOHANN PACHELBEL, ARR. STEVEN SHARP NELSON
Scherzo Humoresque, op. 12, no. 9
SERGEI PROKOFIEF (1891-1953), ARR. DOUGLAS MOORE
Allegro
Benjamin Her, Chani Greaves, Lynnette Silva,
Rebecca Chiu, Jinny Im, Gustavo Loya,
Ji Won Park, Edward Montalvo, Xiyan Yu
Julian Van Aalst, Mia Masuda, Aaron Saldana, celli
Yue Tang**, conductor
*Faculty Director
**Guest artist
Yue Tang, Associate Principal Cello of RTÉ Concert Orchestra, has established a career as orchestra leader, chamber musician and cello teacher. Born in Beijing, China, Yue studied cello at the renowned Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, where he graduated with the highest student award—Excellent Student Scholarship. During his years at school, he performed in recitals and chamber concerts in all the major concert halls of Beijing. At the time, his playing was both broadcasted on China Central Radio Station and China Central TV Station.
In 1996, Yue recorded his first CD with “Ensemble Eclipse” for the German label “Wergo.” In 1997, after receiving a full scholarship from University of Southern California, he came to Los Angeles to study with Professor Eleanor Schoenfeld. In 1998, he transferred to Oberlin Conservatory of Music and continued his cello study with Professor Andor Toth Jr. During the three-year study in Oberlin, he was the principal cellist of Oberlin Symphony Orchestra.
Yue was the prize winner of several music competitions such as Rio Hondo Young Musician Concerto Competition, Marina del Rey Concerto Competition, Chinese-American Showcase Competition and Kingsville International Competition, Gold prize winner of World Classical Music Awards 2023, First Great Award (Grand prize winner) of Vienna International Music Competition 2023 with solo performance in Musikverein,Vienna. He performed at the International Orchestra Institute in Austria, Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival in Germany and Palm Beach Chamber Music Festival in Florida.
Yue joined the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra in September, 2001; he was appointed Assistant Principal Cello during his second season with the orchestra. He was also performing regularly with the Palm Beach Opera, Atlantic Classic Orchestra, Miami City Ballet and Symphony of America. From 2004-2008, Yue was the Principal Cello of Ars Flores Symphony Orchestra and Co-Principal cello of Boca Raton Philharmonic Symphonia. In June 2008, he won the international audition of the SubPrincipal Cello of RTÉ Concert Orchestra.
Yue has shared the stage with artists such like Mstislav Rostropovich, Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domigo, Kiri Te Kanawa, Lang Lang, Sir. James Galway, Joseph Silerstein, Giuseppe Sinopoli, Zubin Mehta, Lalo Schifrin, John Williams, Bryn Terfel, Angela Gheorghiu and many more. His solo cello album “Variations on Cello” was well received by public and has been played regularly on RTÉ Lyric FM. He has also made his TV appearance on RTÉ One reality show “Instrumental” in 2012 as cello tutor and solo cello performance on “Dancing with the stars” in 2019 and 2023 and Flora’s commercial in 2023.
Since 2015, Yue has been acting Section Leader cello of RTÉ Concert Orchestra and has led the section in its first China Tour in 2017. In April 2024, he was appointed Associate Principal Cello of the orchestra.
CELLO CHOIR
CSUF’s Cello Choir, under the direction of its founder Bongshin Ko, boasts its wide repertoire in hands. Since 2001, members have performed at numerous musical events and venues including Carnegie Hall, United Nations (U.N.) Headquarters, and Kaufman Center in New York, Seoul Arts Center in S. Korea, Silva Centennial and Greenhouse Celebrations in NC, American String Teachers Association National Conference, Mozart Konzertacademie in Germany, Judge Judy’s Birthday Concert, Summit New York, Hawaii Performing Arts Festival, O.C. Performing Arts Center and Richard Nixon Museum and Library.
Alumni and current members have won and received scholarships from Heifetz Institute, Juilliard School, Peabody Institute, New England Conservatory, Michigan Honor Auditions, Grand Prize at American String Teachers Association LA Finals, Grand Prize at CSUF Concerto Competition, Norman Family cello, Bein & Fushi, Dr. C. Baker cello, Concert World, and numerous scholarships to international music festivals in Western Europe and Far East.
For participation or scholarship contributions, please contact Bongshin Ko, Cello Choir Director, at bko@fullerton.edu
Greenhouse Cello Foundation
The Greenhouse Cello Foundation, a nonprofit organization, was established in Beverly Hills, California, in 2008.
With Bongshin Ko as its president, it includes officers and a board of directors of distinguished musicians and educators from the United States, Europe, and Asia.
The Foundation’s mission is to discover and support
young talents, research and promote less-known cello music, pass on the legacy of the Casals and Greenhouse schools, and according to Bernard Greenhouse, “bring all cellists and cello lovers from around the world together.”
For contributions and donations please contact David Vigus, Secretary, at dvvigus@gmail.com
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
Hailed by critics for her “most perfect playing” (Internet Cello Society) with “great warmth and beauty” (The STRAD), cellist Bongshin Ko has appeared worldwide as a soloist with such groups as Munich Chamber Players, Television and Radio Symphony of Moscow, the KBS Korean Broadcasting Symphony, Zagreb Philharmonic, and Central Broadcasting Symphony of China. In 1992 she was honored to be the first Korean artist to be invited to perform in China after the historic resumption of diplomatic relations between Korea and China, and has since been invited back annually.
Ko has collaborated with some of the world’s greatest artists including Mstislav Rostropovich, Bernard Greenhouse, Sir Georg Solti, Leonard Stein, Gunther Schuller, Semyon Bychkov and Valery Gergiev. In 1997 she appeared with the Korean Symphony at Seoul International Music Festival to give the Asian premiere of Bernard Rands’ Cello Concerto, composed and dedicated to Mstislav Rostropovich in celebration of his 70th birthday. Other international music events and festivals welcomed her to Schleswig-Holstein festival, Kronberg Cello festival, Berlin Wall 10th anniversary concert, Rostropovich & Friends Concert (Germany), plus numerous others in France, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Luxembourg, Poland, Russia, Monaco, Croatia, USA, Korea, China, Japan, and Indonesia.
As a recipient of over 30 international prizes and awards, including the highest performance award in her native Korea and the Crossroad Award in the US for her “superior teaching,” she is on popular demand as a teacher as well as a performer around the globe. Serving as the President of Bernard Greenhouse Foundation as well as Cello Professor and Assistant Director at Cal State Univ. Fullerton School of Music, she performs tirelessly at major venues and concert halls throughout four continents.
$1,000,000 +
Mr. Bob & Mrs. Terri Niccum
Mr. Stan Mark Ryan ‘75
$500,000 + Mrs. Junko Klaus
$50,000-$100,00
Mr. Ernest R. Sweet*
Mr. Matthew Scarpino & Ms. Karyn Hayter
Sallie Mitchell*
Mrs. Louise P. Shamblen
Johnny Carson Foundation
Mr. Steve & Mrs. Robin Kalota
$25,000 - $49,999
Mr. Darryl Curran
Leo Freedman Foundation
Mrs. Lee C. Begovich
Dr. Ed & Mrs. Sue Sullivan
$10,000-$24,999
Mr. John Aimé & Ms. Robin de la Llata Aimé
Drs. Joseph & Voiza Arnold
Mr. John J. Brennan & Ms. Lucina L. Moses
Ms. Kathleen Hougesen
Mr. Ernest & Mrs. Donna Schroeder
Mr. James & Mrs. Eleanore Monroe
Mrs. Marilyn D. Carlson
$5,000-$9,999
Mr. Richard & Mrs. Susan Dolnick
Mr. Framroze & Mrs. Julie Virjee
Continuing Life LLC
Southern California Arts Council
Ebell Club of Fullerton
DONOR APPLAUSE
Mrs. Harriet Cornyn
Mr. William Cornyn
Ms. Teri Kennady
Dwight Richard Odle Foundation
Swinerton Builders
Morningside of Fullerton
Dr. Margaret Gordon
Dr. Marc Dickey
Mrs. Jill Kurti Norman
Orange County Community Foundation
Mr. Edward & Ms.
MaryLouise Hlavac
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
Mrs. Norma Morris
Mrs. Evelyn Francuz
Friends of Jazz, Inc.
$1,000-$4,999
Mrs. Marilyn Little
Mr. Allan & Mrs. Janet Bridgford
Dr. George & Mrs. Karen Mast
Mrs. Thelma Mellott
Ms. Karen Bell
Mrs. Judy Atwell
Mr. Stephen Collier & Ms.Joann Driggers
Mr. Paul Coluzzi & Mr. John M. Martelli
Mr. Douglas Stewart
Mr. Nick & Mrs. Dorothy Batinich
Mr. Tom & Mrs. Carolyn Toby
Mrs. Marsha Gallavan
California Community Foundation
Mrs. Martha Shaver
Ms. Susan Hallman
Mr. John A. Alexander
& Mr. Jason Francisco
Mr. James Henriques
Mr. Billy Owens & Mrs. Michelle H. Jordan
Mr. Robert & Mrs. Nancy Rennie
Mr. Robert & Mrs. Roberta Sperry
Mr. John Boos
& Ms. Shanon Fitzpatrick
The Jane Deming Fund
Dr. Leon & Mrs. Annette Gilbert
Ms. Verne Wagner
Dr. Robert & Mrs. Teri Watson
Mr. E. B. & Mrs. Linda Powell
The Presser Foundation
Mr. Norman & Mrs. Sandra Johnson
Dr. Arie & Mrs. Deanna Passchier
Mrs. Marion Brockett
Mr. Juan Lopez
Mr. David Navarro
Mrs. Bettina Murphy
Ms. Jeannie Denholm
Mr. Gregory & Mrs. Shawna Ellis
Mr. William H. Cunliffe, Jr.
Dr. Stephen Rochford, DMA
The Garrabrant Family
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 2, 2023 to September 1, 2024 *deceased
ONTIVEROS SOCIETY
The Ontiveros Society includes individuals who have provided a gift for Cal State Fullerton through their estate plan. We extend our deep appreciation 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
MR. BOB & MRS. TERRI NICCUM
DWIGHT RICHARD ODLE*
SHERRY & DR. GORDON PAINE
*deceased
DR. JUNE POLLAK
& MR. GEORGE POLLAK*
DR. STEPHEN M. ROCHFORD
MR. STAN MARK RYAN ‘75
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*
The College of the Arts Proudly Recognizes the 300+ Members of Our VOLUNTEER
SUPPORT
GROUPS
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
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
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: Haley Sanford • 657-278-2663
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
shape the future of the arts
The College of the Arts at Cal State Fullerton is one of the largest comprehensive arts campuses in the CSU system. We proudly serve as an academic institution of regional focus with national impact that combines rigorous arts training with cross-disciplinary exploration to encourage the artistic expression and individual achievement of thousands of arts students daily.
Many of these students face personal and financial challenges that prevent them from continuing their education. You can help! The Dean’s Fund for Excellence provides students in need with funding for immersive, off- and oncampus experiences that contribute to their academic success, including CSU Summer Arts, conferences, and study abroad programs.
Shape the future of the arts! Consider making a gift of any amount to the Dean’s Fund for Excellence today.
COLLEGE OF THE ARTS • SELECT EVENTS | FALL 2024
Kirsten Yon and Ernest Salem, violins
September 26 • Meng Concert Hall
Hoang Nguyen & Friends: Alumni Piano Recital: September 27 • Meng Concert Hall
Fullerton Jazz Orchestra
October 4 • Meng Concert Hall
University Symphony Orchestra October 5 • Meng Concert Hall
University Wind Symphony October 6 • Meng Concert Hall
The Prom
October 10–19 • Little Theatre Talkbacks: 10/11; 10/19 matinée
University Symphonic Winds
October 12 • Meng Concert Hall
University Singers & Concert Choir October 20 • Meng Concert Hall
Blood Wedding
October 24–November 19 • Young Theatre
Denis Bouriakov, flute
October 26 • Meng Concert Hall
Advanced Vocal Workshop with guest Mark Robson, piano October 29 • Recital Hall
Vitae: A New Generation; Chris O’Leary: Gravity Well; Michelle Emami: Arcana; and Past Forward (Redux)
November 2, 2024 – May 17, 2025 Begovich Gallery
High School Honor Orchestra & CSUF Chamber Ensembles Orchestra
November 2 • Meng Concert Hall
Bent Frequency Duo Project with CSUF New Music Ensemble
November 6 • Meng Concert Hall
Michael Yoshimi, clarinet
November 8 • Meng Concert Hall
Lost Girl
November 7–16 • Hallberg Theatre
CSUF SCHOOL OF MUSIC PRESENTS Fullerton Pops! feat. Fullerton Jazz Orchestra
University Symphony Orchestra and Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea
November 10 • Meng Concert Hall
Opera Scenes
November 15–17 • Recital Hall
Jazz Singers
November 20 • Meng Concert Hall
University Wind Symphony
November 22 • Meng Concert Hall
Cello Choir
November 22 • Recital Hall
Fall Dance Theatre
December 5–14• Little Theatre
University Symphonic Winds
December 7 • Meng Concert Hall
Titan Voices & Singing Titans
December 9 • Meng Concert Hall
CSUF New Music Ensemble & CSUF Contemporary Chamber Music Ensemble
December 11 • CPAC 119
University Band
December 11 • Meng Concert Hall
CSUF SCHOOL OF MUSIC PRESENTS Deck the Hall at Cal State Fullerton! December 14,15 • Meng Concert Hall
