CSUF SCHOOL OF MUSIC presents
Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble The Fullerton Jazz Latin Chamber Ensemble and Fullerton Ensemble and Fullerton Latin Ensemble Rodolfo Zuniga & Francisco Torres, directors featuring saxophonist, Troy Roberts Rodolfo Zuniga & Francisco Torres, directors April April 21, 22, 2022 2022
California State University, Fullerton
UNIVERSITY CREDITS Framroze Virjee, President, California State University, Fullerton Carolyn Thomas Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Ron Coley, 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
C OL L E G E O F T H E AR T S Arnold Holland, Ed.D, Dean Dave Mickey, Associate Dean Maricela Alvarado, Assistant Dean Christopher Johnson, Budget Coordinator Heather Guzman, Assistant to the Deans Edward J. Fink, Ph.D, Director, School of Music Jade Jewett, 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 Garcia, 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
WELCOME TO THE COLLEGE OF THE AR TS First, I’d like to start off by saying something I have looked forward to saying for a very long time: “Welcome back!” Welcome back to live performances and in-person exhibitions; welcome back to the thrill of sitting in a darkened theatre or concert hall, waiting with palpable anticipation as performers fill the stage; and welcome back to the very personal experience of being in the presence of an artwork that moves you or challenges your expectations. We’ve missed you. While away from campus, our students continued to create, learn, rehearse, and perform – sometimes in the tiny boxes we’ve all grown accustom to viewing from home – as they prepared for the moment they would once again feel stage lights shining on them. As you can imagine, they are more than ready to perform in front of a live audience! This season, we are offering both on-campus and live streaming options for many of our Department of Theatre & Dance and School of Music performances to accommodate a variety of patrons. With enhancements to our HVAC and air filtration systems, we are also able to provide students with the full breadth of our first-rate performance facilities and numerous art galleries where they perfect their craft daily. In returning to campus, we can once again deliver the full scope of immersive academic experiences and opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration that make our college a living laboratory for the arts. Here, success is measured in lines of dialogue, sheets of music, and slabs of clay as our students, faculty, and staff work together to present concerts, exhibitions, lectures, workshops, and performances to 40,000+ visitors annually. This would not be possible without the support of our community. As a leading CSU in the arts, we are an essential part of the cultural fabric of Southern California, providing transformational experiences to our students, community, and beyond. If ensuring the arts remain at the forefront of higher education in Orange County is a passion of yours, I encourage you to 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 for another season of theatre, dance, music, and visual arts. Our doors are open, and we can’t wait to put on a show for you! Arnold Holland, Ed.D.
Dean, College of the Arts
PROGRAM
FULLERTON LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE Francisco Torres, director The Decider................................................ Benn Clatworthy, arr. Francisco Torres Bossa Mía................................................... Benn Clatworthy, arr. Francisco Torres Baila Cinderella....................................................................................Hubert Laws Don’t You Worry About a Thing..................... Stevie Wonder, arr. Francisco Torres Nocturna................................................................. Ivan Lins, arr. Francisco Torres El Dorado................................................................................ arr. Francisco Torres
*****INTERMISSION*****
FULLERTON CHAMBER JAZZ ENSEMBLE Rodolfo Zuñiga, director featuring Troy Roberts, saxophone Shortcake........................................................J.J Johnson, arr. Jason Hainsworth Michael Medina, trombone Passion.........................................................................................David Fernandez Alona Freeborne, trumpet and flugelhorn • Lee Trueblood, guitar The Llama............................................................................................Troy Roberts Troy Roberts, saxophone • Nico Vazquez, drums Hyper Ballad......................................................................... Björk, arr. Alan Ferber Troy Roberts, saxophone • Francisco Torres, trombone Round Midnight............................................Thelonious Monk, arr. Frank Carlberg Troy Roberts, saxophone • Alonna Freeborne, trumpet Bemsha Swing............................................. Thelonious Monk, arr. Dave Samuels Troy Roberts, saxophone • Lee Trueblood, guitar
ABOUT THE GUEST ARTIST
TROY ROBERTS Hailing from the remote location of Perth, West Australia, saxophonist Troy Roberts has received numerous accolades including three DownBeat SM Jazz Soloist Awards, two Grammy Nominations, and was semi-finalist in the 2008 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition. Graduating with a Bachelor of Music at the young age of 19, he has performed around Europe and the US extensively with artists such as Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts, Joey DeFrancesco, James Morrison, Aretha Franklin, Van Morrison, Christian McBride, Sammy Figueroa, Dave Douglas, Orrin Evans and Kurt Elling to name a few. He also completed a Masters Degree at The University of Miami. In 2012, Roberts shared the stage in an international septet comprised of jazz giants Wayne Shorter, Richard Bona, Vinnie Colaiuta and Zakir Hussein for Herbie Hancock’s launch of International Jazz Day at The UN, NYC. He was also part of Hancock’s 2014 International Jazz Day held in Osaka, Japan performing with jazz luminaries such as Gregory Porter, Marcus Miller, Esperanza Spaulding, and John Scofield. Roberts is based in New York City, maintains a busy performance and recording schedule around the globe with some of the greatest jazz artists of today, and is currently celebrating his 13th release as a leader, ‘Best Buddies’ (Toy Robot Music).
ENSEMBLES
FULLERTON LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE Michael Choi, trumpet Chris Abelgas, alto saxophone Corin O’Brien, tenor saxophone Christian Alva, baritone saxophone Matt Yang, piano Freddy Uyehara, bass Giancarlo Anderson and Andy Dominguez, percussion
FULLERTON JAZZ CHAMBER ENSEMBLE Saxophone Danilo Gutierrez, alto and flute Ethan Wood, alto Victor Gonzalez, tenor and flute David Tillman, tenor Rich Starcher, baritone Trombone Cameron Gandara Michael Medina Paulina Ramirez Phuong Vo
Trumpet Madyson Epino Alonna Freeborne Jordan Sandoval Bradley Torres Rhythm Lee Trueblood, electric guitar Bora Jang and Jose Silva, piano Manuel Ramirez, bass Giancarlo Anderson, Christine Curran, and Nico Vazquez, drums and percussion
ABOUT THE FACULTY ARTIST
RODOLFO ZUÑIGA Drummer and composer Rodolfo Zuñiga is a soughtafter sideman and educator originally from San José, Costa Rica. He has shared the stage with Gary Campbell, Ira Sullivan, Bill Mays, Silvano Monasterios, Tomasz Dabrowski, Stephen Scott, Troy Roberts, Roxana Amed, Martin Bejerano, Camila Meza, John Hart, Michael Dease, Rotem Sivan, Melissa Aldana, Andy Laverne, Othello Molineaux, Randy Brecker, Lew Tabackin, Don Friedman, Jonathan Kreisberg, Benny Golson, and Slide Hampton, to
name a few. As an educator, Zuñiga has a wealth of experience, holding previous positions at Florida International University, Broward College and Miami Dade College teaching Jazz, Music Production and Music Business. He has performed and presented at the Jazz Education Network convention and has been a Thelonious Monk Institute Clinician. He has taught masterclasses at The Royal Conservatory of Music in Denmark, The American Modern School of Music in Paris, The Universidad de las Americas in Ecuador, The New World School of the Arts in Miami, The University of Costa Rica, and the Symphonic Conservatory in San José. As a leader and composer, Zuñiga’s quartet “Surfaces” has released two albums and has been featured in festivals around the US and in Central and South America. In 2005, the group was awarded the Carnegie Hall Residency under the direction of trumpeter Dave Douglas. In that same year he was chosen to be part of Betty Carter’s Jazz Ahead Group, with which he toured the U.S. and was featured at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. The latest configuration of his group is an octet featuring the “Surfaces” jazz trio, alongside a string trio, electric guitar, and vocals. As a sideman, Zuñiga has toured the world with highly creative jazz projects performing in festivals like The Copenhagen Jazz Festival, The Cully Switzerland Jazz Festival, Jazz Fest Málaga, The Ecuador Jazz Festival, Jazz Sur Le Ville Marseille, The Guatemala Jazz Festival, Ground Up Music Festival, The Jacksonville Jazz Festival, and The St. Petersburg Jazz Festival. In addition, Rodolfo is the drummer for multi-Grammy award winner and best-selling Latin Pop artist Julio Iglesias. As part of this group, he has performed at iconic venues like The Royal Albert Hall in London, The Kremlin Palace in Moscow, The Dubai Opera House, Rockefeller Center in New York, Luna Park Stadium in Argentina, The Forest Opera in Poland, The Yad Eliyahu Stadium in Israel, and The National Auditorium in Mexico City. Zuñiga approaches teaching and performing with an open mind and a hunger to maintain a constant expansion of knowledge in areas such as the intersection of jazz and world music, music technology and nurturing diversity in jazz education. He is a proud Zildjian Cymbals and Vic Firth Sticks endorser.
ABOUT THE FACULTY ARTIST
FRANCISCO TORRES Francisco Torres is a well-respected trombonist, bass trombonist, educator, composer and arranger who hails from Hermosillo, Sonora. Born in 1974, he didn’t start his musical training until 15 years old, playing alto saxophone then switching to tuba and euphonium. By accident, he discovered jazz trombone while watching the jazz band practice before school. He was hooked. After graduating from high school, Torres went on to study with Tony Mazzaferro and Greg Woll at Fullerton College, where he played in the jazz band, symphonic band, and the symphony orchestra. While at Fullerton, he was a featured soloist with the symphonic band, performing Carnival of Venice on euphonium and later in the year, Bolero with the Fullerton College Symphony. After transferring to Cal State Long Beach, he was again a featured soloist with the symphonic band, performing Carnival of Venice on euphonium and Bolero with the Cal State Long Beach Symphony. Torres has emerged as a first-class arranger and composer, particularly in the field of Latin jazz. He has served as musical director, producer and arranger for the Grammy-winning percussionist Poncho Sanchez for 12 years. He is also a member of Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band, John Beasley’s Monkestra, Bill Cunliffe’s Bachannalia, and has performed or recorded with Arturo Sandoval, Bill Holman, Manhattan Transfer, Joey Defrancesco, Natalie Cole, Doc Severinsen, Sammy Nestico, and Terence Blanchard, as well as Santana, Aretha Franklin, Jennifer Lopez, Johnny Mathis, Robbie Williams, and many others. For eight seasons he was first-call sub with the Dancing with the Stars Orchestra, and has appeared with different artists on the Tonight Show, Saturday Night Live, The Late Late Show, and Jimmy Kimmel. Being known primarily as a studio and jazz trombonist, Torres has also excelled in the field of classical music. He can be heard as trombonist, bass trombonist and valve trombonist for Michael Giacchino on the Pixar film Coco. Some of his most recent films credits are The Secret Life of Pets, Ice Age 4, Penguins of Madagascar, and Straight Outta Compton. On TV he can be heard on The Simpsons, Elena of Avalor, Sofia The First, and The Get Down, as well as many others. He regularly records trombone for orchestra shows and parades for Shanghai Disney, Tokyo Disney, Walt Disney World and Disneyland, and has recorded a multitude of musically diverse albums with major music stars including Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Dr. Dre, Michael Bublé, Frank Ocean, Pitbull, All American Rejects, Spoon, Angelique Kidjo, Ry Cooder, Brian Setzer, and Los Lobos.
Edward J. Fink, Ph.D - School of Music director Bongshin Ko - School of Music assistant director 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 technology 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 Teaching Credential Dr. Christopher Peterson - choral Dr. Dennis Siebenaler* - general Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore - instrumental
Vocal, Choral, and Opera Dr. Mark Goodrich* - voice, academic voice courses Dr. Robert Istad Director of Choral Studies; 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 Håkan Rosengren* - clarinet Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore Symphonic Winds conductor SCHOOL OF MUSIC STAFF
Music in General Education Dr. John Koegel* Dr. Katherine Reed
Michael August - Production Manager
Music History and Literature Dr. John Koegel* - musicology Dr. Katherine Reed - musicology
Chris Searight - Musical Instrument Services
Eric Dries - Music Librarian
Jeff Lewis - Audio Engineer
Paul Shirts - Administrative Assistant Elizabeth Williams - Accountant
Strings Kimo Furumoto - Director of Orchestral Studies Bongshin Ko - cello Dr. Ernest Salem* - violin
Sue Winston - Office Coordinator
* denotes Area Coordinator
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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
Terri and Bob Niccum Douglas G. Stewart
$100,000+ Chapman University The Andy Warhol Foundation
$1,000+ Judy L. Atwell Betsy and Eric Azariah Lucina and John Brennan Janet & Allen Bridgford Irene Chinn Stephen W. Collier and Joann Driggers William S. Cornyn CEC Artslink D. Barry Schmitt Revocable Trust Susan and Richard Dolnick Lisa M. Draskovich-Long Lucetta A. Dunn Shawna and Greg Ellis Dr. Anne Fingal Evelyn K. Francuz Fullerton Families and Friends Jacquelyn Garrabrant Annette L. and Leon J. Gilbert Susan-Ellen Gilmont Dr. Mark J. Goodrich Dr. Margaret F. Gordon Theresa Harvey James L. Henriques Trevor E. Illingworth 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
$25,000+ Anonymous Lee C. Begovich Johnny Carson Foundation Leo Freedman Foundation Frank and John Olsen Frank J. and Jean Raymond Music Associates Alliance for the Performing Arts $10,000+ Art Alliance Affordable Housing Access Inc. 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 Robin and Steve Kalota Eleanore and James L. Monroe Michael L. Mavrovouniotis Dr. Katherine S. Powers and Håkan 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 MaryLouise and Ed Hlavac Morningside of Fullerton Norma Morris Jill Kurti Norman Orange County Community Foundation
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 Ingrid R. Shutkin Lorena L. Sikorski Carol Smith Sparkman Janet L. Smith Dodo V. Standring Robert Van Sternberg Verne Wagner Dr. Sean E. Walker Debra Winters Richard Wulff 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, 2020 through September 2021
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*
Steven 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 Ebell Club of Fullerton
Dr. Margaret Faulwell Gordon 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 Garcia • 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 | SPRING 2022 Ann Phong: Re-evaluating Normal Through May 21, 2022 • Begovich Gallery BG Projects: Valentina Aproda Maurer Through April 30, 2022 • Begovich Gallery Lobby A Midsummer Night’s Dream Apr. 15–30, 2022 • Young Theatre Fullerton Jazz Orchestra & Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble Apr. 21, 2022, 8 pm • Meng Concert Hall Gianni Schicchi (Giacomo Puccini) and Buoso’s Ghost (Michael Ching) Apr. 21–24, 2022 • Recital Hall CSU Fullerton Symphonic Winds Apr. 24, 3 pm • Meng Concert Hall Jazz Singers Apr. 26, 2022, 8 pm • Meng Concert Hall CSUF New MusicEnsemble Part of the 21st Annual New Music Festival Apr. 27, 2022, 8 pm • Meng Concert Hall A Midsummer Night’s Dream Apr. 15 - 30, 2022 • Young Theatre Jane Austen’s Lady Susan Apr. 29–May 14, 2022 • Hallberg Theatre University Band May 4, 2022, 8 pm • Meng Concert Hall Fullerton Jazz Orchestra May 6, 2022,8 pm • Meng Concert Hall University Wind Symphony May 7, 2022, 8 pm • Meng Concert Hall Spring Dance Theatre May 11–14, 2022 • Little Theatre University Symphony Orchestra & Symphonic Chorus May 14, 2022, 3 pm • Meng Concert Hall
For Studio Series performances, complete information, and tickets: ArtsTickets.fullerton.edu • Box Office: (657) 278-3371 • arts.fullerton.edu/calendar
April 15–30, 2022 • Young Theatre
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