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————— We appreciate and applaud the Classical Roots Steering Committee’s commitment to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Congratulations on this year’s successful celebration!
Judy & Stanley Frankel
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WELCOME
DEAR
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friends,
elcome to the 2022 Arthur L. Johnson – Honorable Damon Jerome Keith Classical Roots Celebration. Following last year’s virtual Classical Roots Celebration, we are very pleased to be able to welcome you back to Orchestra Hall for what is bound to be a memorable concert featuring the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, conductor William Eddins, and the Brazeal Dennard Chorale. We have much to celebrate this year! Tonight, for our 44th Classical Roots concert and 21st anniversary Celebration, we recognize the achievements of two remarkable leaders: Michael Morgan, the late conductor and visionary arts advocate, and Dr. Glenda Price, DSO Director and advocate for education, healthcare, and the arts. As you will read in their profiles, each has had a profound impact in their own communities and fields as well as here at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. We continue to find incredible inspiration in the legacy of Classical Roots. We are surrounded by evidence of the importance and success of Classical Roots – founded by visionaries like Paul Freeman and Brazeal Dennard, replicated by organizations across the country, and supported by a passionate community that believes in the power of a concert hall that reflects its entire audience. This year we particularly want to thank DSO President Emeritus Anne Parsons for all she has done to support and grow Classical Roots. Thanks to Anne, the mission of Classical Roots to celebrate African American and Black musicians, composers, and their advocates, remains central to all that we do at the DSO, not just for this one week but throughout the year. We also thank the Classical Roots Steering Committee, brilliantly co-chaired again this year by Jasmin DeForrest and Linda Forte, for their hard work and passion in making this year’s Celebration such a success. Lastly, we thank all of you. Through your ongoing support, the DSO remains committed to the vision of Classical Roots, from our African American Orchestra Fellowship to regular programming by African American and Black composers, performances in the community, and vital music education for Detroit students. Enjoy the evening!
Erik Rönmark, President and CEO
Mark Davidoff, Chair, Board of Directors
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MISSION
Since 1978, Since 1978, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s
Classical Roots concerts have increased the awareness of the significant contributions that African American composers and musicians have made to classical music. The Arthur L. Johnson – Honorable Damon Jerome Keith Classical Roots Celebration, held in conjunction with the concerts since 2001, supports the Classical Roots mission. Funds raised through the Celebration provide increased opportunities for African Americans in classical music through DSO programs like the African American Orchestra Fellowship and African American Composer Residency.
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DSO BOARD
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, INC.
LIFETIME DIRECTORS
OFFICERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Lydia Michael
Renato Jamett, Trustee Chair
Mark A. Davidoff, Chair
Lois A. Miller
Stanley Frankel
Ismael Ahmed
Erik Rönmark, President & CEO
Daniel Millward
David Handleman, Sr. ◊
Richard Alonzo
David T. Provost, Vice Chair
H. Keith Mobley
Hadas Bernard
Faye Alexander Nelson,
Scott Monty
Janice Bernick
Shari Morgan
Elizabeth Boone
Sandy Morrison
Gwen Bowlby
Frederick J. Morsches
Marco Bruzzano
Jennifer Muse,
Samuel Frankel ◊
Dr. Arthur L. Johnson ◊ James B. Nicholson Clyde Wu, M.D. ◊ Deceased ◊
Treasurer
Hon. Kurtis T. Wilder (Ret.), Secretary
Pamela Applebaum, Officer at Large
CHAIR EMERITI Peter D. Cummings Phillip Wm. Fisher Stanley Frankel
Margaret Cooney Casey
Ralph J. Gerson, Officer at Large
Karen Cullen
Glenda D. Price, Ph. D.,
Joanne Danto
Officer at Large
Musician Representative
Sean M. Neall
Stephen D’Arcy
Shirley Stancato, Officer at Large
Maureen T. D’Avanzo
James G. Vella, Officer at Large
Jasmin DeForrest
Robert S. Miller
Afa Sadykhly Dworkin
James B. Nicholson
Peter Falzon BOARD OF DIRECTORS David Assemany, Governing Members Chair
NextGen Chair
Nicholas Myers,
Eric Nemeth Maury Okun Vivian Pickard Denise Fair Razo Gerrit Reepmeyer
James C. Farber
Richard Robinson
Linda Forte
James Rose, Jr.
Carolynn Frankel
Laurie Rosen
DIRECTOR EMERITI
Elena Centeio
Maha Freij
Floy Barthel
Richard L. DeVore
Christa Funk
Chacona Baugh
Aaron Frankel
Robert Gillette
Penny B. Blumenstein
Herman B. Gray, M.D., M.B.A.
Jody Glancy
John A. Boll, Sr.
Laura Hernandez-Romine
Malik Goodwin
Richard A. Brodie
Rev. Nicholas Hood III
Mary Ann Gorlin
Lois Cohn
Richard Huttenlocher
Donald Hiruo
Marianne Endicott
Renato Jamett, Trustee Chair
Michelle Hodges
Sidney Forbes
Daniel J. Kaufman
Julie Hollinshead
Richard Sonenklar
Barbara Frankel
Michael J. Keegan
John Jullens
Rob Tanner
Herman H. Frankel
Arthur C. Liebler
David Karp
Yoni Torgow
Dr. Gloria Heppner
Xavier Mosquet
Joel D. Kellman
Gwen Weiner
Ronald Horwitz
Arthur T. O’Reilly
Jennette Smith Kotila
Donnell White
Bonnie Larson
Stephen Polk
Leonard LaRocca
Jennifer Whitteaker
Harold Kulish
Bernard I. Robertson
William Lentine
R. Jamison Williams
David McCammon
Scott Strong,
Linda Dresner Levy
Margaret E. Winters
Florine Mark
Ellen Hill Zeringue
David R. Nelson
Orchestra Representative
Elana Rugh Marc Schwartz Carlo Serraiocco Lois L. Shaevsky
William F. Pickard, Ph.D.
Nancy Tellem
Anthony McCree
Marilyn Pincus
Laura J. Trudeau
Kristen McLennan
Lloyd E. Reuss
Dr. M. Roy Wilson
Tito Melega
Marjorie S. Saulson
David M. Wu, M.D.
Alan E. Schwartz
Johanna Yarbrough,
Jane Sherman
Mary Shafer Cathryn M. Skedel, Ph.D. Ralph Skiano, Musician Representative
Orchestra Representative
David Usher Barbara Van Dusen Arthur A. Weiss
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COMMITTEE
JASMIN DEFORREST AND LINDA FORTE, CO-CHAIRS
THERESE PEACE AGBOH ❧
CHIMENE ANDERSON
GEANEEN ARENDS
CORNELL BATIE
CHACONA W. BAUGH ❧
KARL BELL
AUSTIN BLACK II
CANDICE BOWMAN
NICOLE BROWN
MATT CARLSON ✢
CAROLINE CHAMBERS
CLIFTON CLARKE
JANICE COSBY ADAMS ❧
TERRENCE CURRY
JILL ELDER ✢
SHELIA ENGLISH
CANDICE FORTMAN
ATIIM FUNCHESS
VERA HEIDELBERG ❧
KIMBERLY HOYLE
ALI HUBER ✢
MABLE JONES
RITA L. JORDAN ❧
CATHY LASSITER
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DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
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The Classical Roots Celebration is an extraordinary event that recognizes the contributions of African American composers, musicians, and humanitarians. The Celebration is the result of the collaborative efforts of the Classical Roots Steering Committee and the DSO staff, in partnership with civic, community, and corporate leaders. The Steering Committee consists of more than 40 volunteers from the Metro Detroit business community who share a passion for preserving and celebrating the musical contributions of African Americans. Each Steering Committee volunteer supports the success of the Celebration in a number of ways, while also serving on a subcommittee.
❧
Past Chair
✢ DSO Staff
NOT PICTURED: RIAN BARNHILL, ROCHELLE BLACK, FRANCINE GUICE, STEPHEN HUDSON, SANDRA O. KENT, AMANDA LINDSTROM ✢, AYO THOMAS
ELIZABETH MAYS
ANTHONY MCCREE
LAUREN MCNEARY
KEITH MOBLEY ❧
PRISCILLA PERKINS
JILL RAFFERTY ✢
LESLEY ESTERS REDWINE
ERIK RÖNMARK ✢
JESSICA RUIZ ✢
SARAH SMARCH ✢
LASHINDA STAIR
CYNTHIA STEPHENS
VALENCIA STOUDAMIRE
KATRINA STUDVENT
MICHELE TATE
BEVERLY THOMAS
CAEN THOMASON-REDUS ✢
JONI THROWER DAVIS
CLARE VALENTI ✢
DANIEL WASHINGTON
DAVID G. WATKINS
RHONDA WELSH
ANNE WILCZAK
LAMAR WILLIS
LAYDELL HARPER WYATT ❧
GOODE WYCHE ✢
ELLEN HILL ZERINGUE ❧
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SPONSORS
thank you
TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Stanley & Judy
Frankel CELEBRATION SPONSOR
SUPPORTING SPONSOR Joanne
Danto & Arnold Weingarden
FELLOWSHIP SPONSORS
GUEST ARTIST / SOLOIST SPONSORS
Chacona W. & Harold W.
Lauren & Philip
Baugh
Fisher
Julie & Peter
Mary Ann & Robert
Cummings
Gorlin
RUBY
Ann & Jim
Nicholson
BENEFACTOR
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPONSORS
Nina Dodge Abrams
Geaneen Arends
Beaumont
Therese Peace Agboh
Darnell & Sherman Barton Caroline E. Chambers
Wayne State University
Tamika Brown
George Johnson & Company
Mark A. Davidoff & Marjorie E. Dunn
Betty Chu
Greektown Casino
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Carol & Peter Walters
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Kelly & John Green
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With support from: Don Manvel | Mark Davidoff & Marjorie Dunn | Gilda Keith | Linda & Daniel Lutz
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A note that’s seldom heard. The contributions of African-American classical composers, musicians and educators has long been relegated to a mere footnote in music history. AAA supports the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in recognizing this great legacy through the DSO Classical Roots Celebration.
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Congratulations to
Glenda Price on this well-deserved recognition.
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schedule
EVENING
44th annuAl
Classical Roots Concert SATURDAY, MARCH 5, 2022 | 8:00PM Orchestra Hall Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center 3711 Woodward Avenue | Detroit, MI
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis William Eddins, conductor Brazeal Dennard Chorale Alice McAllister Tillman, Artistic Director
PROGRAM
Lyrics by JAMES WELDON JOHNSON
Lift Every Voice and Sing Brazeal Dennard Chorale Alice McAllister Tillman, Artistic Director Dr. Stanley Waldon, piano
Arr. ROLAND CARTER
(Orchestra Tacet)
STACEY V. GIBBS
Be Still and Know Brazeal Dennard Chorale
JOHN ROSAMOND JOHNSON (1873 - 1954)
(b. 1962)
My Soul’s Been Anchored in the Lord Brazeal Dennard Chorale
Arr. MOSES HOGAN (1957 - 2003)
Selections to be announced. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis I
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Symphony No.3, "Swing Symphony" Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
* The Detroit Symphony Orchestra appears only in the second half of the concert.
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Congratulations to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra for 44 years of Classical Roots and Dr. Glenda Price for her commitment to African American musicians! Julie and Peter Cummings
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notes
PROGRAM
“Lift Every Voice and Sing” JOHN ROSAMOND JOHNSON (music) B. August 11, 1873, Jacksonville, FL D. November 11, 1954, New York, NY JAMES WELDON JOHNSON (lyrics) B. June 17, 1871, Jacksonville, FL D. June 26, 1936,Wiscasset, ME Scored for mixed choir and piano. (Approx. 7 minutes)
Lift Every Voice and Sing was first performed, in poetry form, in commemoration of President Lincoln’s birthday on February 12, 1900, by a choir of 500 schoolchildren from the segregated Stanton School in Jacksonville, Florida—hometown of sibling creators John Rosamond and James Weldon Johnson. The poem was set to music five years later. Voicing the cry for liberation and affirmation for African American people, the song was declared “The Negro National Anthem” by the NAACP in 1919. It gained new popularity as a protest song during the Civil Rights Movement and was entered into the Congressional Record in the 1990s as the official African American National Hymn. In his second autobiography Along This Way, James Weldon Johnson describes the emotion in writing Lift Every Voice and Sing: “I could not keep back the tears, and made no effort to do so.” He later reported that creating the song’s lyrics was the greatest satisfaction of his life. Lift Every Voice and Sing has been performed at the beginning of every Classical Roots concert since the event’s inauguration in 1978.
Symphony No. 3, “Swing Symphony” Composed 2010 | Premiered 2010 WYNTON MARSALIS B. October 18, 1961 Scored for 3 flutes (1 doubling on piccolo), 3 oboes (1 doubling on English horn),3 clarinets (1 doubling on bass clarinet),3 bassoons (1 doubling on contrabassoon), 4 horns, 3 trumpets (3 doubling on flugelhorn), 3 trombones, tuba, timpani, percussion, and strings. (Approx. 1 hour)
Movements: St. Louis to New Orleans [I] All-American Pep [II] Midwestern Moods [III] Manhattan to LA [IV] Modern Modes and the Midnight Moan [V] Think-Space: Theory [VI] The Low Down (Up on High) [VII] Wynton Marsalis’s Swing Symphony was commissioned in 2010 by the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Marsalis uses as the undergirding of this symphony songs and harmonic progressions that were definitive and popular in their time. The first movement honors ragtime: note the syncopated, “ragged” rhythms that mark the style. Next in the score is what Marsalis labels “low down,” music that he says represents the “deep sexuality that comes out of the music of Storyville, New Orleans.” Listen in this section for an improvised trumpet solo. A jazz trumpet fanfare announces the celebratory parade music that closes the movement. Here, he features collective improvisation from the jazz band that characterizes this traditional New Orleans style. The second movement starts with what Marsalis calls “American pep.” It is the 1920s Charleston dance reimagined, complete with car horns, sirens, and police whistles. Alto saxophone improvises a solo midway through, followed by the symphony orchestra having its way with the popular dance. A slow section, with baritone sax taking the lead, follows. Marsalis calls this a “tango ballad, with a sweet romantic
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mood.” The next section is peppy and joyful, featuring improvisation in the jazz trombone section. The third movement starts with Kansas City swing, with tenor saxophone solos paying homage to jazz great Coleman Hawkins. Marsalis then slows the tempo down and uses the harmonic progression from Hawkins’s signature tune “Body and Soul” as a jumping off point for a dialog between cellos and saxophones. An extended call and response section gives way to joyous mayhem of gnarly brass solos, percussion interludes, and orchestra interjections. The movement fades out as if we are riding away from it all on a Garden District trolley car. The fourth movement pays homage to bebop, the more angular, up-tempo, and harmonically complex jazz of the 1940s. Here again, Marsalis pays tribute to the greats of the period, Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker. An extended mambo — reminiscent of Gillespie’s famous “Manteca” — comes next, highlighting percussion and brass, and featuring a double bass solo. This movement ends expressively, featuring the alto saxophone, Parker’s chosen instrument. The fifth movement resonates with a more contemporary jazz sound. It begins with contrapuntal interplay on a theme introduced by clarinet that is tossed about by the orchestras until it gives way to a section of collective improvisation in the jazz band. The next section, featuring jazz solos over the modal structures employed by Miles Davis and John Coltrane, is described in the score as “modern primal.” The finale begins with a panoply of percussion. A full array of exotic “wops,” “wahs,” and “blats” and bluesy hollers play out over this rhythmic procession, not to mention an occasional outburst when the spirit seems to move someone to “testify.” This gives way to a jazz ballad, first featuring saxophones, then brass, eventually joined by strings. A brief trumpet cadenza precedes the curious final “note,” a collective sigh by the orchestra. —Dr. Dave Kopplin This performance marks the DSO premiere of Wynton Marsalis’s Swing Symphony.
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We congratulate and salute
DR. GLENDA PRICE
for her dedication and commitment to the DSO and our community. &
JOANNE DANTO ARNOLD WEINGARDEN
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orchestra
JADER BIGNAMINI, Music Director
Music Directorship endowed by the Kresge Foundation
JEFF TYZIK
TERENCE BLANCHARD
LEONARD SLATKIN
NEEME JÄRVI
Principal Pops Conductor
Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Jazz Creative Director Chair
Music Director Laureate
Music Director Emeritus
FIRST VIOLIN
VIOLA
FLUTE
BASSOON
PERCUSSION
Kimberly Kaloyanides Kennedy
Eric Nowlin
Hannah Hammel
Michael Ke Ma
Joseph Becker
ACTING CONCERTMASTER Katherine Tuck Chair
Hai-Xin Wu ACTING ASSOCIATE CONCERTMASTER Schwartz and Shapero Family Chair
Jennifer Wey Fang ASSISTANT CONCERTMASTER Walker L. Cisler/Detroit Edison Foundation Chair
Marguerite Deslippe* Laurie Goldman* Rachel Harding Klaus*
PRINCIPAL Julie and Ed Levy, Jr. Chair
James VanValkenburg ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Caroline Coade Henry and Patricia Nickol Chair
Hang Su Shanda Lowery-Sachs
OBOE
PRINCIPAL
Abraham Feder ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Dorothy and Herbert Graebner Chair
Robert Bergman* Adam Stepniewski ACTING PRINCIPAL The Devereaux Family Chair
Will Haapaniemi* David and Valerie McCammon Chairs
Hae Jeong Heidi Han* David and Valerie McCammon Chairs
Sheryl Hwangbo Yu*
Marian Tanau* Alexander Volkov* Jing Zhang*
PRINCIPAL Jack A. and Aviva Robinson Chair ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Victor and Gale Girolami Cello Chair
Joanne Deanto and Arnold Weingarden Chair
Una O’Riordan*
ENGLISH HORN Monica Fosnaugh Shari and Craig Morgan Chair
CONTRABASSOON
PRINCIPAL
Robert Stiles PRINCIPAL
Ethan Allen
Johanna Yarbrough Scott Strong Ric and Carola Huttenlocher Chair
David Everson ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Mark Abbott
PERSONNEL MANAGERS Patrick Peterson DIRECTOR OF ORCHESTRA PERSONNEL
TRUMPET
STAGE PERSONNEL
Hunter Eberly
Dennis Rottell
PRINCIPAL Lee and Floy Barthel Chair
Stephen Anderson ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
William Lucas
STAGE MANAGER
Ryan DeMarco DEPARTMENT HEAD
Noel Keesee DEPARTMENT HEAD
Steven Kemp DEPARTMENT HEAD
Matthew Pons
CLARINET Ralph Skiano PRINCIPAL Robert B. Semple Chair
BASS
James Ritchie
LIBRARIANS HORN
Mary Ann & Robert Gorlin Chair
Cole Randolph*
Andrés Pichardo-Rosenthal
Marcus Schoon^
Kevin Good
Peter McCaffrey*
PRINCIPAL Ruth Roby and Alfred R. Glancy III Chair ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL William Cody Knicely Chair
Monica Fosnaugh
David LeDoux*
Sujin Lim*
Drs. Doris Tong and Teck Soo Chair
Alexander Kinmonth
Sarah Lewis
Jeremy Crosmer*
Hong-Yi Mo~ Alexandros Sakarellos*
Jaquain Sloan §
Karl Pituch
PICCOLO Shari and Craig Morgan Chair
Wei Yu
SECOND VIOLIN
Jeffery Zook
Jeffery Zook
Laura Soto*
Mingzhao Zhou*
Sharon Sparrow
Han Zheng Mike Chen
CELLO
ACTING PRINCIPAL
Marcus Schoon^
Morton and Brigitte Harris Chair
Hart Hollman
Adrienne Rönmark* Greg Staples*
Amanda Blaikie
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Bernard and Eleanor Robertson Chair
Glenn Mellow
Eun Park Lee*
Jiamin Wang*
PRINCIPAL Alan J. and Sue Kaufman and Family Chair
TROMBONE Kenneth Thompkins
DEPARTMENT HEAD
Michael Sarkissian DEPARTMENT HEAD
PRINCIPAL
David Binder
Jack Walters
Kevin Brown PRINCIPAL Van Dusen Family Chair
Stephen Molina ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Christopher Hamlen
PVS Chemicals Inc./ Jim and Ann Nicholson Chair
Laurence Liberson ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
TUBA Dennis Nulty PRINCIPAL
Shannon Orme
Brandon Mason Nicholas Myers
E-FLAT CLARINET Laurence Liberson
TIMPANI Jeremy Epp PRINCIPAL Richard and Mona Alonzo Chair
HARP Patricia Masri-Fletcher PRINCIPAL Winifred E. Polk Chair
BASS CLARINET
James Ritchie ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Shannon Orme
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^ On sabbatical ~ Extended leave § African American Orchestra
Barbara Frankel and Ronald Michalak Chair
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LEGEND * These members may voluntarily revolve seating within the section on a regular basis
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Bravo!
Glenda, we celebrate your dedication to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the Detroit Community. We are especially grateful for your long-standing support of the mission of Classical Roots. Additionally, we remember the extraordinary talents of conductor Michael Morgan and celebrate his legacy. •••CHACONA & HAROLD BAUGH•••
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We lost a dear friend and longtime champion for the city of Detroit when Donald Robinson passed away in January 2022. A devoted husband, father, and lover of the arts, Robinson was a member of the Brazeal Dennard Chorale with his wife Barbara, later going on to become the group’s executive director. Leading with passion and Joy, Robinson helped expose the Brazeal Dennard Chorale to larger audiences. He was drawn to the syncopation of jazz rhythms, the harmonic melodies of classical, and the rooted history of perseverance that the Negro spirituals evoke. Robinson also served as one of the early Black Detroit firefighters and the city's first Black fire marshal, a position he held for 18 years before his retirement. Robinson was a talented artist and photographer who had a deep admiration for the creative expressions of others. He will be greatly missed.
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choir
THE
BRAZEAL DENNARD CHORALE Alice McAllister Tillman, Artistic Director
Michele Cotton Stanfield, Assistant Conductor
Krystal Thomas, Accompanist Rosilyn Stearnes-Brown, Librarian
SOPRANO
TENOR
Marlena Hampton
Malcolm Davis
Cheryl Meadows
Denzel Donald
Staci Reed
Brandon Hodges
Janice Simon
Dennis Ryans
Yvonne C. Turner
Darrius Washington
Lanyck Washington Johnson
Yvonne C. Turner, Executive Director
BASS ALTO
Carl Clendenning
Ida Abbington
Gregory Coble
Michele Cotton Stanfield
Theodore Jones
Madonna Draughn
Geronimo Larson
Dorothy Duensing
Michael Mcfarland
Camille Hanna
Terrence Stewart
Rochelle Mitchell Rosilyn Stearnes-Brown
CONTRALTO Marcia Cotton Flint Jacqueline Howard
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honoree
DR. GLENdA
PRICE BY LESLIE D. GREEN
“G
lenda has a matter-of-fact
university’s hospital. After earning a
determination that makes
certificate in cytotechnology — the
Since working at the university
it seem as if roadblocks
microscopic study of cells to detect
allowed her to take courses for free, Dr.
aren’t roadblocks for her. She sees
various medical conditions — she was
Price began enrolling in educational
them
promoted to supervisor, a role that
psychology classes. Then a professor
included interacting with students.
insisted that she join the educational
as
opportunities
to
figure
out solutions,” said DSO President Emeritus Anne Parsons.
“Teaching hospital staff interact
academia.
psychology Ph.D. program.
Admiring Glenda Price’s work
with students — medical, nursing,
as president of Marygrove College,
med-tech and others — at all levels,”
disparate
Parsons and then Chairman Peter
Dr. Price said. “I realized that I enjoyed
interested in the complex learning
Cummings
asked
the
“I ended up with three very degrees
because
I
was
longtime
education and that there were students
process and wanted to know more
educator to join the DSO Board of
who had difficulty understanding
about how to interact with the world
Directors in 2006.
certain concepts unless they were
around me,” she said.
“We were thrilled she joined
presented in particular ways. I thought
After 30 years at Temple, as both
us,” Parsons said. “She’s an amazing
it was important for me to understand
a student and employee, Dr. Price left
director, supporter, and human being.”
better how people learn.”
in 1986 to become dean of the Allied
Dr. Price, who was raised in
Her fascination with the way
Health Professions at the University
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, didn’t plan
people learn led her to pursue a
of Connecticut. She also served as
to embark on a career in academia.
degree in educational media, where
president of the American Society of
She loved chemistry, physics, biology,
she learned how to use various tools
Clinical Laboratory Sciences, chief
and math as a youngster. She pursued
to teach. Eventually, the university
U.S. delegate to the International
a degree in medical technology from
invited her to join the faculty of its
Association for Medical Laboratory
Temple University and got a job
medical technology program. This
Technologists,
right out of college working at the
was her first foray into the field of
National Certifying Agency for Medical
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BY
president
LESLIE
D.
of
the
GREEN
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
2/17/22 11:22 PM
honoree
“Glenda has a matter-of-fact determination that makes it seem as if roadblocks aren’t roadblocks for her. She sees them as opportunities to figure out solutions.” —ANNE PARSONS, DSO President Emeritus
Laboratory
music
care, academia, and music, Dr. Price
Association of Schools of Allied Health
Personnel,
a
member
except rap. I have never been able to
is also passionate about travel, Harlem
Professions board of directors, and on
understand the words,” she laughed.
Renaissance-era works, social justice,
the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
“I
love
all
genres
of
Her Harrisburg elementary school
and relationship building.
gave every student an instrument to
“Glenda is so gracious,” said
After six years, Dr. Price left
learn and play. Dr. Price played violin
Mable Jones, retired director of AAA’s
UConn in 1992 to become provost of
from third through sixth grades.
community relations and corporate
Spelman College. She worked there
Afterward, she joined the choir. Years
contributions and a member of the
for six years, helping the school raise
later, while living in Atlanta and
Classical Roots Steering Committee.
more than $114 million when someone
working for Spelman, she became a
“When new people came to town, she
from Marygrove College heard her
fan of the symphony. Before moving
would have a dinner party to introduce
give a presentation.
to Detroit, a group of friends gifted her
them to key people in the community
with a subscription to the DSO.
so they would have a connection on a
In 1998, Dr. Price became the school’s
first
African
American
She
soon
became
an
avid
personal level.”
president. Shortly after her official
supporter and fan of the DSO. She has
Jones said Dr. Price, who is a
retirement in 2006, she joined the
provided scholarships for students
member of The Links, Incorporated,
Detroit Public Schools Foundation
to receive music lessons at the DSO’s
also ensured the organization had a
board. In 2012, she became “temporary”
Wu Family Academy of Learning and
connection with a secondary school
president, a role that she flourished at
Engagement, helped fund groups
in Kenya to further its mission to
for many years.
of DPS students to attend Classical
develop partnerships in Africa.
A self-proclaimed joiner, Dr. Price
Roots concerts, and served as a
“Glenda is a woman who has
said joining the board of the Detroit
board member, board vice-chair, and
worked even harder in retirement,”
Symphony
member of numerous committees.
Parsons said. “She’s a role model for so
brainer.
Orchestra
was
a
no-
In addition to her love of health
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many women in so many ways.”
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honoree
michAel
MoRgan 1 9 57 - 20 2 1
BY KENNETH THOMPKINS, Principal Trombone, Detroit Symphony Orchestra
M
ichael Morgan, the music
but this occasion was unique and
“Let Us Break Bread Together” concert
director
Oakland
special. This was the classic “a star
featured a diverse array of musical
Symphony, died on August
is born” moment that many of us
styles featuring local musicians. The
20, 2021, at the age of 63. His death
have read about but rarely witness.
goal of creation of community through
was caused by complications from a
Michael conducted the orchestra with
music was present throughout his
kidney transplant that he had received
assuredness, musicality, and a sense
tenure in Oakland. Michael said in a
the previous May. When I think about
of purpose. It was a fabulous evening
2021 The Oaklandside interview, “Our
Michael, I am astonished to realize
of music, and the sense of relief from
primary question is ‘who’s not here?’
how he has affected me despite the fact
the podium at the conclusion of the
And we look around the room, and
that we were really just acquaintances.
concert was palpable throughout the
see who is not there.” He also stated
I first became aware of Michael
hall. For me, it was especially gratifying
in a 2013 San Francisco Chronicle
when he was an assistant conductor
and encouraging to see someone
interview, “To me, the notion of
for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
who looked like me performing at the
community
from 1986 to 1993. At that time, I was
highest level with one of the finest
various groups of people together—is
a student at Northwestern University,
orchestras in the world.
at least as important as the music an
of
the
and I attended Chicago Symphony
Michael
became
the
music
building—of
pulling
orchestra plays.”
Orchestra concerts frequently. I was
director of the Oakland Symphony
in the audience in May 1987 when
in 1991 and remained in this position
Michael’s community also led to
This
outward
look
Michael stepped in for an ailing Georg
until his death. He thoroughly enjoyed
Oakland
Solti to conduct Ein Heldenleben and
being ensconced in the Oakland
programs,
including
The Rite of Spring without rehearsal
community, frequently collaborating
Excellence
(MUSE).
time with the orchestra. It was always
with local organizations to create an
program sponsored school visits by
thrilling to hear the CSO perform,
inclusive environment. The annual
Oakland Symphony musicians as well
Symphony’s
towards
educational Music The
for
MUSE
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honoree
“To me, the notion of community building—of pulling various groups of people together—is at least as important as the music an orchestra plays.” —MICHAEL MORGAN
as music lessons. While he thoroughly enjoyed
budding talents towards developing
What really strikes me about
open-minded
Michael Morgan is the importance of
about music education’s role. In a 2013
his presence—the presence of a Black
present that you could say it was
SFGATE article he said, “I always say
man inhabiting spaces and positions
commonplace. It is refreshing to think
that the goal is not necessarily to train
where there are very few Black people.
of someone with such extraordinary
kids to be musicians … but if you talk
His excellence and desire to show
gifts as normal and ordinary, given his
to leaders of industry, many of them
that orchestras are relevant not only
willingness to broadly share his talents
learned how to play instruments, and
impacted the community of Oakland,
across communities, races, and types
it does rub off on you. You learn how
but a whole generation of musicians
of ensembles.
to learn things.”
of color. His career spanned multiple
he
was
with
canon of orchestral repertoire.
young
musicians,
working
Michael embraced the role of
musical
communities,
world’s
finest
professional careers. Michael
Morgan
was
so
Though Michael is no longer
conducting
with us, his influence will be felt for
orchestras,
many years to come. As Michael did,
in
the orchestra as a reflection of its
the
community, saying in a 2016 San
conducting
youth
let us all look around the room and
Francisco Chronicle interview, “In
orchestras, and performing public
ask ourselves, “Who’s not here?” and
Oakland, we’re very conscious of social
school
then act to include and celebrate our
justice issues … Oakland has always
with musicians of color as music
been about, and continues to be about,
director of the Gateways Festival,
The preceding article appeared
social change.” Many years prior to the
as well as conducting the Sphinx
in the December 2021 issue of Senza
current movement towards Diversity,
Orchestra and Chineke! Orchestra,
Sordino, the official publication of
Equity, and Inclusion in orchestras,
was truly invaluable to the musicians
the
Michael was regularly programming
in those organizations. He made
Symphony and Opera Musicians and
music of diverse composers, affirming
himself
available
is reprinted with permission.
that diversity uplifts and expands the
seeking
counsel
musicians
engagements.
for and
His
musicians
diversity.
International
Conference
of
encouraged
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We are honored to support
Classical Roots
and the contribution it makes to artistic excellence with the DSO's inclusive culture. Thank you for contributing to the richness of our community. with love,
Lauren and Phillip Fisher BY
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LESLIE
D.
GREEN
2/17/22 11:22 PM
conductor
WILLIAM
EDDINS W
illiam Eddins is the Music
Bergen
Director Emeritus of the
Symphony
Edmonton
Metropolitan Orchestra.
Nightmare Fantasy Rag.
Orchestra
and
conductor
of
a
Symphony frequent
major
guest
Philharmonic
Adelaide
disc recording on his own label that
Orchestra,
Barcelona
includes Beethoven’s Hammer-Klavier
Symphony Orchestra, and the Lisbon
Sonata and William Albright’s The
orchestras
Career highlights include taking
throughout the world. Engagements
the Edmonton Symphony Orchestras
Ravinia
have
York
to Carnegie Hall in May of 2012,
Chicago Symphony Orchestra and
Philharmonic, St. Louis Symphony,
conducting RAI Orchestra Sinfonica
the Ravinia Festival Orchestra. He has
Philadelphia Orchestra, the symphony
Nazionale on Italian television, and
also conducted the orchestras of the
orchestras
included
of
the
New
Boston
Eddins has performed at the Festival
with
both
the
Minnesota,
leading the Natal Philharmonic on
Aspen Music Festival, the Hollywood
Cincinnati, Atlanta, Detroit, Dallas,
tour in South Africa with soprano
Bowl, Chautauqua Festival, the Boston
Baltimore, Indianapolis, Milwaukee,
Rene Fleming. Equally at home with
University Tanglewood Institute, and
Houston, as well as the Los Angeles
opera, he conducted a full production
the Civic Orchestra of Chicago.
and Buffalo Philharmonics.
of Porgy and Bess with Opera de Lyon
Internationally,
Eddins
was
Principal Guest Conductor of the RT
Festival.
National Symphony Orchestra
Eddins is an accomplished pianist
(Ireland). He has also conducted the
and chamber musician. He regularly
Berlin
Radio
conducts from the piano in works by
Opera,
Mozart, Beethoven, Gershwin, and
Royal Scottish National Orchestra,
Ravel. He has released a compact
Staatskapelle,
Orchestra,
Welsh
Berlin
National
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Visit williameddins.com for more.
both in France and at the Edinburgh
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guest
artist
WYNTON
MARSALIS W
ynton
Marsalis
Jazz
culture. As a composer, his body
Artistic
Messengers. By 19, Wynton hit the
of work includes over 600 original
Director of Jazz at Lincoln
road with his own band and has been
songs, 11 ballets, four symphonies,
Orleans,
touring the world ever since. From 1981
eight suites, two chamber pieces,
Louisiana in 1961 to a musical family,
to date, Wynton has performed 4,777
one string quartet, two masses, one
Marsalis was gifted his first trumpet at
concerts in 849 distinct cities and 64
violin concerto, and in 2021, a tuba
age 6 by Al Hirt. By 8, he began playing
countries around the world. Marsalis
concerto. Included in this rich body
in the famed Fairview Baptist Church
made his recording debut as a leader
of compositions is Sweet Release;
Band led by Danny Barker. Yet it was
in 1982 and has since recorded 110 jazz
Jazz: Six Syncopated Movements;
not until he turned 12 that Marsalis
and classical albums, four alternative
Jump Start and Jazz; Citi Movement/
began his formal training on the
records, and released five DVDs. In
Griot New York; At the Octoroon Balls;
trumpet. Subsequently, Wynton began
total, he has recorded 1,539 songs at
In This House, On This Morning;
performing in bands all over the city,
the time of this writing. Marsalis is the
and Big Train. As part of his work at
from the New Orleans Philharmonic
winner of nine Grammy Awards, and
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Wynton has
and New Orleans Youth Orchestra to
his oratorio Blood on the Fields was
produced and performed countless
a funk band called the Creators. His
the first jazz composition to win the
new
passion for music rapidly escalated.
Pulitzer Prize for Music. He’s the only
including the ballet Them Twos, for
As a young teenager fresh out of high
musician to win a Grammy Award
a 1999 collaboration with the New
school, Wynton moved to New York
in two categories, jazz and classical,
York City Ballet. That same year, he
City in 1979 to attend The Juilliard
during the same year (1983, 1984).
premiered the monumental work All
Managing
Center.
Born
in
and New
is
the
for
Art
School to study classical music. Once
Blakey’s
band,
The
collaborative
compositions,
Marsalis has solidified himself
Rise, commissioned and performed by
an
acclaimed
the New York Philharmonic along with
was calling him. His career quickly
musician, composer and bandleader,
the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
launched when he traded Juilliard
educator, and advocate of American
and the Morgan State University
there, however, he found that jazz
as
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internationally
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S
“Wynton Marsalis’ core beliefs and foundation for living are based on the principles of jazz. He promotes individual creativity (improvisation), collective cooperation (swing), gratitude and good manners (sophistication), and faces adversity with persistent optimism (the blues)."
Choir. All Rise was performed with the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra as part of the remembrance of the centennial anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre in June 2021. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Wynton and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra have released seven full-length albums and four singles on Blue Engine Records. Marsalis
is
also
a
globally
respected teacher and spokesman for music education. For Jazz, Wynton led the effort to construct Jazz at Lincoln
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Wynton and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra have released seven fulllength albums and four singles.
Center’s new home–Frederick P. Rose
Rogers. Wynton has received such accolades as having been appointed Messenger of Peace by United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan (2001), The National Medal of Arts (2005), The National Medal of Humanities (2016). In December 2021, Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center were awarded the Key to New York City by Mayor Bill de Blasio. Marsalis has received honorary doctorates from 39 universities and colleges throughout the U.S, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and Tulane University in New Orleans. Wynton
Hall–the first education, performance,
Marsalis has written and is the host of
Marsalis’ core beliefs and foundation
and broadcast facility devoted to
the video series “Marsalis on Music,”
for living are based on the principles of
jazz, which opened in October 2004.
the radio series “Making the Music,”
jazz. He promotes individual creativity
He conducts educational programs
and a weekly conversation series titled
(improvisation), collective cooperation
for students of all ages and hosts
“Skain’s Domain.” He has written and
(swing), gratitude and good manners
the popular Jazz for Young People™
co-written nine books, including two
(sophistication), and faces adversity
concerts produced by Jazz at Lincoln
children’s books, Squeak, Rumble,
with persistent optimism (the blues).
Center. In addition to his work at JALC,
Whomp! Whomp! Whomp! and Jazz
Wynton is also the Founding Director
ABZ: An A to Z Collection of Jazz
of Jazz Studies at the Juilliard School.
Portraits, both illustrated by Paul
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guest
artist
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WYNTON MARSALIS, music director, trumpet
RYAN KISOR, trumpet KENNY RAMPTON, trumpet MARCUS PRINTUP, trumpet CHRIS CRENSHAW, trombone, The Golkin Family Chair
ELLIOT MASON, trombone JACOB MELSHA, trombone SHERMAN IRBY, alto and soprano saxophones, flute, clarinet
TED NASH, alto and soprano saxophones, flute, clarinet
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VICTOR GOINES, tenor and soprano saxophones, clarinet, bass clarinet
ABDIAS ARMENTEROS, tenor and soprano saxophones, clarinet
PAUL NEDZELA, baritone and soprano saxophones, bass clarinet
DAN NIMMER, piano, The Zou Family Chair
CARLOS HENRIQUEZ, bass, The Mandel Family Chair in honor of Kathleen B. Mandel
OBED CALVAIRE, drums Artists subject to change.
T
he Jazz at Lincoln Center
artists. Under Music Director Wynton
Orchestra (JLCO), comprising
Marsalis, the Jazz at Lincoln Center
15 of the finest jazz soloists
Orchestra performs a vast repertoire,
and ensemble players today, has been
from rare historic compositions to
the Jazz at Lincoln Center resident
Jazz at Lincoln Center-commissioned
orchestra since 1988 and spends over
works, including compositions and
a third of the year on tour across the
arrangements
by
world. Featured in all aspects of Jazz
Count
Fletcher
at Lincoln Center’s programming,
Thelonious
this remarkably versatile orchestra
Williams,
performs
Goodman,
and
leads
educational
Basie,
Duke
Monk, Dizzy
Ellington, Henderson,
Mary
Gillespie,
Charles
Lou Benny
Mingus,
and
events in New York, across the U.S.
current and former Jazz at Lincoln
and around the globe; in concert
Center Orchestra members Wynton
halls; dance venues; jazz clubs; public
Marsalis, Wycliffe Gordon, Ted Nash,
parks; and with symphony orchestras;
Victor Goines, Sherman Irby, Chris
ballet troupes; local students; and
Crenshaw, and Carlos Henriquez.
an ever-expanding roster of guest
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TOGETHER WE RISE.
Beaumont is proud to support community partners that share our commitment to diversity. A special thanks to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra for providing therapeutic music to our patients through televised performances in patient rooms. Together we rise through the healing power of music.
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Glenda, ...
THANK YOU FOR YOUR COMMITMENT TO THE DSO AND CONGRATULATIONS!
Where words fail, music speaks – HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN
——————— ROBERT & MARY ANN GORLIN
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musician
spotlight
Cole
RANDOLPH Orchestra Fellow to Section Cello BY LESLIE D. GREEN
I
naugurated in 1990, the DSO’s
Cole Randolph, who won his audition
his passion, supportive family, and
African
Orchestra
this past fall to become a full time
degree in music performance, math,
Fellowship enhances the career
American
member of the Detroit Symphony
and economics from the University
development of African American
Orchestra. Out of the 103 candidates,
of Wisconsin-Madison — helped land
musicians. With support from The
Randolph was the only finalist.
Randolph his full-time position with
Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and
When Randolph began his stint as
funds raised from the Classical Roots
an African American Orchestra Fellow
“Orchestra auditions are highly
Celebration, fellows perform in the
one year earlier in fall 2020, he soaked
competitive. To earn a position with
orchestra, work closely with coaches
up as much feedback as possible from
an orchestra as great as the DSO shows
and mentors, participate in mock
the DSO’s veteran musicians.
that you are at the peak of the field
auditions, and represent the DSO in the community.
“During my year as a fellow, I
learned
the
technical,
mental,
the orchestra.
and have demonstrated tremendous artistry and dedication to your craft,”
Past fellows have gone on to
and musical skills necessary to be
said
earn positions with not only the DSO,
successful in the field of orchestral
Bignamini. “I look forward to working
but also orchestras across the world
music,” said Randolph. “Having the
with Cole in his new full-time role.”
including the Michigan Opera Theatre
DSO musicians constantly challenging
Orchestra, Fort Wayne Symphony,
me through mock auditions, lessons,
raised
Phoenix
Symphony,
Kansas
DSO
Music
Director
Jader
Randolph, who was born and in
Washington,
D.C.,
was
City
and conversation allowed for me to
encouraged by his father, a musician
Symphony, and Memphis Symphony
develop drastically within a one-year
and composer, to take up the cello.
Orchestra.
period.”
At just five years old, he was already
One of those musicians is cellist
That instruction — combined with
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enamored with the instrument’s rich,
DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
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“During my year as a fellow, I learned the technical, mental, and musical skills necessary to be successful...Having the DSO musicians constantly challenging me through mock auditions, lessons, and conversation allowed for me to develop drastically within a one-year period.”
poignant sound. “When you play, it gives the sensation
that
you
are
talking,”
Randolph said. “It has the power to build your spirit up or bring you to tears, and it allows you to connect with people, with your audience, on a very deep level.” With his older siblings playing violin and twin sister playing the viola, they became a quartet. Because there were few prominent African
“When you play, it gives the sensation that you are talking. It has the power to build your spirit up or bring you to tears, and it allows you to connect with people, with your audience, on a very
American classical musicians, many people found their skills unusual. “We would rehearse in our living
of Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra. He has performed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and The White House, among other notable venues. Randolph also has a passion for math and science, even turning down an internship on Wall Street to pursue music. “I think it’s important for young musicians growing up to think ‘Oh, I can do this too,’ since they see me
deep level.”
doing this onstage,” said Randolph. “I
—COLE RANDOLPH
came into music that I could have a
knew if I turned down Wall Street and
room. That was closest to the street.
‘boots on the ground’-type impact. I
People would always be like, ‘Oh, wow,
want to teach young students cello,
the music is so beautiful.’ And then we
high level,” Randolph told Model D last
math,
would come outside, and they would
year.
literacy, and impact the community
be shocked like unicorns just came
Before joining the DSO, Randolph
out because it wasn’t an expected
was a cellist with the Mead Witter
thing for four little Black children to
School of Music Perlman Piano Trio
come out playing classical music at a
and principal cellist for the University
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economics,
and
financial
in a way that it’s never been impacted before.”
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Jaquain Sloan Bassoon African American Orchestra Fellow
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orchestra fellow
african american
JAQUAIN
SLOAN
BY LESLIE D. GREEN
No stranger to low notes, DSO African American Orchestra Fellow Jaquain
Sloan
(bassoon)
enjoys
making the ground rumble when in performance. He has performed with leading orchestras including the Los Angeles
Philharmonic,
Symphony
Orchestra,
Symphony,
Debut
Baltimore Southeast Symphony,
American Youth Symphony, and The Game Award’s 2018 orchestra. He can
“There’s so much storytelling in the African American community and in classical music specifically, there’s a lot for us to say.”
be heard on Naxos recordings under the batons of Marin Alsop and Carl St. Clair.
he describes as his “golden ticket.” “I felt like Charlie,” said Sloan. “I was so ecstatic and very happy. I felt that if I could do this, then anything was possible.” Sloan
also
earned
a
Master
of Music degree and Performers Certificate from the University of Southern California and continues in academia as Adjunct Bassoon Professor at Oakland University. In his work and through his
—JAQUAIN SLOAN DSO African American Orchestra Fellow
fellowship
with
acknowledges
DSO,
Sloan
importance
him awards and recognition from
diversity
age 12 as a percussionist in his middle
organizations including the Lenoir
important for orchestras to support
school band. Inspired by his mother,
Community Music Club, Appalachian
African
who also played the instrument, he
State
composers,” said Sloan. “That’s not to
found the bassoon at age 15 and was
Chamber Music Competition.
and
Plowman
classical
American
music.
of
Sloan began his musical studies at
University,
in
the
the
musicians
“It’s and
glorify the past that we’ve come from,
self-taught until transferring to the
A native of North Carolina, Sloan
but to show the strength that we have.
University of North Carolina School
holds a Bachelor of Music degree
There’s so much storytelling in the
of the Arts, where he received his
in bassoon performance from the
African American community and in
high school diploma studying under
Peabody Conservatory of the Johns
classical music specifically, there’s a
the supervision of Saxton Rose. His
Hopkins University, to which he
lot for us to say.”
ease over the bassoon has earned
was awarded a full scholarship that CLASSICAL ROOTS CELEBRATION
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composer-in-residence
CLASSICAL ROOTS
QUINN
MASON Q
uinn Mason (b. 1996) is a
of Minnesota, and Northern Illinois
composer
University, among others.
based
and
in
conductor
Dallas,
Mason has studied composition with Dr. Lane Harder at the SMU
Texas.
Mason’s chamber music has been
Meadows School of the Arts, Dr.
Mason’s orchestral music has received
performed by the Voices of Change,
Winston Stone at University of Texas
performances by the Dallas Symphony
loadbang, MAKE trio, Atlantic Brass
at Dallas. He has also worked with
Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony,
Quintet, and the Cézanne, Julius, and
renowned composers David Maslanka,
Utah Symphony Orchestra, Toledo
Baumer string quartets. His solo music
Jake Heggie, Libby Larsen, David
Symphony
has been championed by distinguished
Dzubay, and Robert X. Rodriguez.
Orchestra,
Akron
Symphony Orchestra, West Virginia
soloists
Cooper
As guest conductor, Mason has led
Symphony Orchestra, South Bend
(principal horn, Chicago Symphony),
Orchestra Seattle and the MusicaNova
Symphony
National
Holly Mulcahy (concertmaster, Wichita
Orchestra. Mason studied conducting
United
Symphony), and Jordan Bak and
at the National Orchestral Institute
Michael Hall (viola soloists).
with Marin Alsop and James Ross, and
Youth
Orchestra,
Orchestra
of
the
States (NYO), Marquette Symphony Orchestra, New England Conservatory Philharmonia,
A multiple prize winner in
Symphony Orchestra) and Will White
numerous awards and honors from
(Orchestra Seattle). He also counts
MusicaNova Orchestra, Oregon Mozart
such organizations as the American
Richard Giangiulio (Greater Dallas
Players, Orchestra Seattle, Orchestra
Composers Forum, Voices of Change,
Youth Orchestra), Edwin Outwater
Sinfonica Nazionale della RAI, and
Texas A&M University, ASCAP, the
(San Francisco Conservatory), and
the River Oaks, Mission, and Lowell
Dallas Foundation, Dartmouth College
John Axelrod (City of Kyoto Symphony
chamber orchestras.
Wind
Orchestra) as mentors.
His compositions for winds have
composition,
Mason
Ensemble,
has
with Miguel Harth-Bedoya (Fort Worth
Symphoria,
Philharmonic,
Orchestral
David
received
Institute
National
including
the
Metropolitan
Youth Orchestra of New York, the Philadelphia
the
Mason maintains his own classical
Symphony,
Winds,
Heartland Symphony Orchestra, and
music blog and contributes guest
and bands of Southern Methodist
the Arizona State University Symphony
articles to other blogs. He is a member
University, University of North Texas,
Orchestra. In 2020, he was honored by
of ASCAP and the Conductor's Guild.
Texas
The Dallas Morning News as a finalist
Mason is professionally represented by
for 'Texan of the Year'.
Cadenza Artists.
Metropolitan
Christian
University,
Penn
State, Purdue University, University
Youth
Orchestra,
An avid and passionate writer,
been performed by the Cobb Wind
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Proud supporters of the DSO and the Classical Roots Celebration —————
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engagement
community
CLASSICAL ROOTS: Empowering and Inspiring Young Musicians
C
ommunity engagement has been at the heart of Classical Roots since it began in 1978
and continues to be a driving force behind the annual celebration of African American composers and musicians today. The Classical Roots mission has grown since its start as a concert featuring Orchestra
the
Detroit
and
Brazeal
Symphony
“Even though classical music hasn’t always felt like it’s for us, we can come in here and change the feel.” —JAQUAIN SLOAN DSO African American Orchestra Fellow
Dennard
Piano Concerto in One Movement with pianist Lara Downes and Quinn Mason’s Toast of the Town – Overture, which the composer describes as “a festive and fun overture to an operetta that doesn't exist.” Though
in-classroom
visits
were not possible this year due to the ongoing pandemic, the DSO hosted two virtual school visits centered on Classical Roots, including a visit from
Chorale at the historic Bethel A.M.E.
American
including
bassoonist and DSO Orchestra Fellow
Church. In addition to adding a gala,
Florence Price’s Five Folksongs in
Jaquain Sloan. Sloan interacted with
fundraiser, and concert at Orchestra
Counterpoint, William Grant Still’s
students from third to 10th grade and
Hall, Classical Roots also supports
Danzas de Panama, and Classical
shared the transformational moments
increased
Roots Composer in Residence Quinn
that made him want to be a musician.
opportunities
for
Black
musicians through the DSO’s African American and
African
Composer American
Mason’s Quartet No. 6.
Residency Orchestra
composers
The
DSO
also
Through presented
a
educational
his and
fellowship
and
community
Classical Roots-themed Educational
engagement work, Sloan hopes to
Concert Series (ECS) performance
encourage the next generation of
In February, the DSO held a
at Orchestra Hall. For more than 80
musicians and change the way that
Classical Roots chamber recital at
years, ECS has introduced students
classical music sees people who look
Plymouth United Church of Christ in
in Detroit and across the world
like him. “Even though classical music
Detroit featuring Heidi Han (violin),
to
live
hasn’t always felt like it’s for us, we can
Sujin Lim (violin), Will Haapaniemi
performances and Live from Orchestra
come in here and change the feel,” said
(viola), and David LeDoux (cello). The
Hall: Classroom Edition webcasts. The
Sloan. “There are so many different
program featured works by African
program included Florence Price’s
roads for us to take.”
Fellowship.
classical
music
through
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44th Annual Arthur L. Johnson Honorable Damon Jerome Keith Classical Roots Celebration in its mission to spread awareness of the contributions of African-American composers and musicians, as well as to increase opportunities for African-Americans in classical music through the DSO’s various programs.
Congratulations on an honor well deserved, Dr. Glenda Price! Your roots are deeply planted in our Detroit community! Thank you for all you do! With enduring appreciation, DR. ROSE BERBERIAN
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Congratulations to Dr. Glenda Price on this
well-deserved honor! We are proud to support the DSO and the mission of Classical Roots.
David & Bernadine Wu
OUR STORY IS IN OUR SONG. Thank you, DSO, for your steadfast commitment to honoring the musical legacy of African Americans and providing new artists the opportunity to add to that heritage.
CONGRATULATIONS to the DSO, our friend Dr. Glenda Price, and in memory of Michael Morgan
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VOICES OF AMERICA
BLKBOK
BEETHOVEN PIANO CONCERTO NO. 4
Peter Oundjian, conductor Aaron Diehl, piano Fri., Mar. 11 at 10:45 a.m. Sat., Mar 12 at 8 p.m. Sun., Mar 13 at 3 p.m.
WILLIAM GRANT STILL Poem GEORGE GERSHWIN Piano Concerto in F SAMUEL BARBER Symphony No. 1, Op. 9 JOEL THOMPSON To Awaken the Sleeper
Fri., Mar. 25 at 8 p.m. Born and raised in Detroit, BLKBOK grew up in a music-filled house. By the time he was 8, BLKBOK was an acclaimed piano prodigy, winning statewide accolades and college-level competitions. No stranger to the industry grind, he has worked on the road as lead pianist or musical director with artists including Rhianna, Justin Timberlake, Demi Lovato, Cirque du Soleil, and more. Known for explosive and immersive live music performances, BLKBOK engages audiences with his incredible talent and channels his experience from sharing the stage with the world’s biggest performers.
Kazushi Ono, conductor Paul Lewis, piano Thu., Apr. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Fri., Apr. 8 at 10:45 a.m. Sat., Apr. 9 at 8 p.m.
FRANZ SCHUBERT Overture to Die Zauberharfe, D. 644, “Rosamunde” LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 4 in G major, Op. 58 ANTONÍN DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 7 in D minor, Op. 70 PVS CLASSICAL SERIES
WILLIAM DAVIDSON NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERT SERIES
TCHAIKOVSKY AND STRAVINSKY Elena Schwarz, conductor Andrei Ioniță, cello Thu., Mar. 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Southfield Fri., Mar. 18 at 8 p.m. in Monroe Sun., Mar. 20 at 3 p.m. in Beverly Hills
OTTORINO RESPIGHI Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No. 3 PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Variations on a Rococo Theme for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 33 OTTORINO RESPIGHI Serenata per piccola orchestra, P. 54 IGOR STRAVINSKY Suite from Pulcinella CUBE
STORM LARGE
Tues., Mar. 22 at 7 p.m. With a voice that goes from a velvety purr to a mighty Valkyrie cry in a single phrase, Storm Large returns to The Cube, singing Great American Songbook standards, Broadway tear-jerkers, rock goddess anthems, and some of her own gorgeous originals — all delivered with a fierce personal style. Please be advised Storm's shows are fabulous fun and may contain adult content and explicit language. Storm Large, vocals WILLIAM DAVIDSON NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERT SERIES
RAVEL: LE TOMBEAU DE COUPERIN Ari Pelto, conductor Zlatomir Fung, cello Thu., Mar. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in West Bloomfield Fri., Mar. 25 at 8 p.m. in Plymouth Sat., Mar. 26 at 8 p.m. in Bloomfield Hills Sun., Mar. 27 at 3 p.m. in Grosse Pointe
SAMUEL COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Four Noveletten, Op. 52 MAURICE RAVEL Le Tombeau de Couperin LUIGI BOCCHERINI Concerto for Cello and Orchestra in in B-flat major, G. 482 SERGEI PROKOFIEV Symphony No. 1, Op. 25, “Classical”
SALOME’S SEDUCTION
PNC POPS SERIES
Fabien Gabel, conductor Nicolas Altstaed, cello Fri., Apr. 22 at 8 p.m. Sat. Apr. 23 at 8 p.m.
THE BEST OF RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN
Steven Reineke, conductor Josh Young, vocalist Emily Padgett-Young, vocalist Fri., Mar. 25 at 10:45 a.m. & 8 p.m. Sat., Mar. 26 at 8 p.m. Sun., Mar. 27 at 3 p.m.
MEL BONIS Salomé, Op. 100 ANDERS HILLBORG Concerto for Cello and Orchestra (US Premiere) RICHARD STRAUSS “Salome’s Dance” from Salomé, Op. 54 FLORENT SCHMITT La Tragedie de Salomé, Op. 50 PARADISE JAZZ SERIES
CUBE
PARADISE JAZZ SERIES BIG BAND
OM @ THE MAX: DANCE & SPIRIT FLOW Sat., Mar. 26 at 11 a.m.
Om @ The Max returns to The Cube with a morning yoga practice led by a Detroit Yoga Lab certified instructor open to all skill levels. A DSO string quartet will accompany your practice performing sultry tangos, habaneras, and slower, more peaceful works. Namaste. CUBE
POETRY & MUSIC: HERSTORIES Sat., Mar. 26 at 8 p.m.
Spoken word artist La Shaun phoenix Moore hosts an evening of music and poetry live from The Cube with Detroit's finest poets. The evening features musical sets by Detroit R&B and soul vocalist Jodhi, with DJ Stacye J spinning throughout the night.
FEAT. TERENCE BLANCHARD | DIRECTED BY KRIS JOHNSON Terence Blanchard, composer and trumpeter Kris Johnson, trumpet Sat., Apr. 30 at 8 p.m.
Commemorating 80 years since Orchestra Hall reopened as the Paradise Theatre in 1941, the DSO is thrilled to debut its Paradise Jazz Big Band, comprised of top jazz musicians from Detroit and special guests from around the world. Led by trumpeter and arranger Kris Johnson, the newly formed ensemble will feature music by some of the jazz giants who graced the Paradise Jazz Theatre stage between 1941-1951, big band charts by our Erb Jazz Chair Terence Blanchard, and new arrangements by Johnson. PNC POPS SERIES
KINGS OF SOUL
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SCHUMANN & SIBELIUS
Jukka-Pekka Saraste, conductor Isabelle Faust, violin Fri., Apr. 1 at 8 p.m. Sat., Apr. 2 at 8 p.m. Sun., Apr. 3 at 3 p.m.
ROBERT SCHUMANN Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D minor JEAN SIBELIUS Symphony No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 82
Jeff Tyzik, conductor Chester Gregory, vocalist Darren Lorenzo, vocalist Michael Lynche, vocalist Fri., May 6 at 10:45 a.m. Sat., May 7 at 8 p.m. Sun., May 8 at 3 p.m.
YOUNG PEOPLE’S FAMILY CONCERT SERIES
FOR CHILDREN AGES 6 AND UP
MOZART’S MAGNIFICENT VOYAGE WITH CLASSICAL KIDS LIVE! Sat., Apr. 2 at 11 a.m. CLASSICAL ROOTS CELEBRATION
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