"University Symphonic Winds" program

University Symphonic Winds

October 8, 2023

Gregory Xavier Whitmore, conductor

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

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 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

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

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 facebook.com/CSUFMusic instagram.com/CSUFMusic soundcloud.com/csufmusic

music.fullerton.edu

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, guest composer

Prelude in the Dorian Mode (After Antonio de Cabezón) .....................

Giovanni Santos (b. 1980)

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

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

UNIVERSITY SYMPHONIC WINDS

(listed alphabetically)

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

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)

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

California State University, Fullerton • College of the Arts 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

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

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

Fullerton Jazz Orchestra & Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble feat. drummer Jared Schonig

Fri., Oct. 20, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Twelfth Night

Oct. 20–Nov. 4, 2023 • Young Theatre

University Singers & Concert Choir

Sun., Oct. 22, 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

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

University Wind Symphony

Sat., Dec. 2, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Titan Voices & Singing Titans

Mon., Dec. 4, 2023 • Meng Concert Hall

Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble & Fullerton Latin Ensemble

Tues., Dec. 5, 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