MICHAEL NORSWORTHY AT CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY–SACRAMENTO, OCTOBER 10TH, 2005 The clarinet community in Sacramento is alive and thriving and the <strong>Clarinet</strong> Hive is in the middle of it all! The <strong>Clarinet</strong> Hive is a student organization sponsored by California State University–Sacramento, working to support and encourage clarinet education throughout northern California. Their most recent project included the appearance of Michael Norsworthy and his pianist, Tyson Deaton. It has been said that Michael’s virtuosity, versatility and musicianship have earned him a unique place among rising young stars today. Those who saw him during his visit to Sacramento certainly agree with such a statement. The activities began at 4 p.m. with a clarinet master class. The performers and their repertoire were as follows: Loraly Ocampo, Finzi’s Five Bagatelles, Op. 23; Sarah Crozier, Bernstein Sonata for <strong>Clarinet</strong> and Piano; Ricki Nelson, Nielsen Concerto, Op. 57; Jennifer Lewis, Rozsa Sonatina. Michael proved to be a very entertaining teacher. His instructional comments were appropriate and he offered several amusing anecdotes. He also demonstrated the need for clarinetists to be energetic and attentive soloists. After the dinner break, Michael presented a concert in the Capistrano Music Recital Hall. He opened the concert with a beautiful rendition of the Finzi Five Bagatelles, Op. 23. The Poulenc Sonata for <strong>Clarinet</strong> and Piano followed. After intermission, Michael broke the introspective mood with a hilarious interpretation of Bermel’s SchiZm. He continued by performing Bernstein’s Sonata for <strong>Clarinet</strong> and Piano, and concluded with the Horovitz Sonatina for <strong>Clarinet</strong> and Piano. The program was well received by the audience. After all, Michael exudes an energetic persona on stage accompanied by a Stoltzman-like flair. Michael responded warmly when asked to comment on his experience in Sacramento. “I was so pleased to be invited to CSUS by the <strong>Clarinet</strong> Hive and Professor Page 18 Michael Norsworthy and Tyson Deaton with Professor Deborah Pittman and representatives of the CSUS <strong>Clarinet</strong> Studio. Deborah Pittman. I was warmly received and well taken care of. There were four master class performers who played excellently. All were prepared, attentive, eager to learn and quick to adapt and change. From the playing I heard, the students are in good hands with Deborah Pittman and bring credit to their city and university. It was such a pleasure to be there and I thank everyone for helping make the event a true success.” For more information about the <strong>Clarinet</strong> Hive, please contact President Sarah Crozier at 916-747-0479 or by e- mail at: . To learn more about Michael Norsworthy, please visit his Web site at: . OHIO UNIVERSITY HOSTS FOURTH ANNUAL CLARINET GALA On Sunday, April 17, 2005, Ohio University hosted its fourth annual clarinet gala, a full day of clarinet events for all ages and interests. More than 60 teachers, students, band directors, amateurs, and professionals attended. All events were free, and no prior registration was necessary. THE CLARINET The featured guest artist was Eli Eban, professor of clarinet at the Indiana University School of Music and former clarinetist with the Israel Philharmonic. Eban presented an outstanding master class and a stellar recital with Richard Syracuse, piano, featuring works by Mozart, Brahms, Milhaud and Ben-Haim. In addition to Eban’s recital and master class, the day included a potpourri recital featuring clarinetists from all over Ohio, Michigan and West Virginia in works by Harald Genzmer, Clara Schumann, Germaine Taillefere, Evan Chambers and Leon Stein: Ann Marie Bingham, assistant professor of clarinet at Marshall University in Huntington, WV, Kimberly Cole Luevano, associate professor of clarinet at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Anthony Costa, bass clarinetist with the Dayton Philharmonic (Ohio), and assistant professor of clarinet at Otterbein College, Barbara Specht, assistant professor of clarinet at Heidelberg College (Ohio), Anthony Taylor, second clarinet in the Spokane Symphony (WA), and current doctoral student at the University of Cincinnati College–Conservatory of Music. In addition, the day included a master class for high school students given by Rebecca Rischin, host of the <strong>Clarinet</strong> Gala and associate professor of clarinet at Ohio
(l to r) Kimberly Cole Luevano, Anthony Taylor, Rebecca Rischin, Eli Eban, Anthony Costa, Barbara Specht and Ann Marie Bingham University, and a fascinating clinic on extended techniques presented by Kimberly Cole Luevano, associate professor of clarinet at Eastern Michigan University. Participants also had the opportunity to play in a clarinet choir alongside Ohio University students. All in all, the day was a huge success. For information on future clarinet events at Ohio University, contact Rebecca Rischin at: or consult the clarinet Web site: . March 2006 Page 19
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