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2009 Florida Clarinet Extravaganza!
Featuring James Campbell, Richard Stoltzman, Derek Bermel, and More The University of North Florida’s Department of Music presents Florida Clarinet Extravaganza!, a series of performances and master classes for clarinet, March 5th through the 9th at the UNF Fine Arts Center. All events are free and open to the public. Read more. 2008 Nantes Jazz Festival Features UNF Jazz Students
Prof. Barry Greene, Stefano Dibella, Sergio Valdes, and Clayton Hackett Lead by Professor Barry Greene and Dr. Gordon Brock, members of our premiere jazz studies program performed (for the second year in a row) at the most prestigious venue at the Festival Les Rendez-vous de l'Erdre, Jazz et Belle Plaisance in Nantes, France. Charlotte Mabrey Drums a Different Beat
Professor Charlotte Mabrey After 25 summers of putting on adventurous percussion concerts at the University of North Florida, Charlotte Mabrey is ready for a change. Oh, she'll continue to teach at the college. And she'll keep playing with the symphony. But now it's time to rock 'n' roll. "I really want to get back to my purple drum kit," she says, a grin growing on her face. "I want to be in a rock band like nobody's business. Really." Read more. 2008-09 Concert Calendar
Let The Music Begin Our 2008-09 concert calendar is set. For full details on upcoming events, please visit our calendar page. For ticket information, please contact the ticket box office at 620-2878. UNF Cummer Family Foundation Chamber Series
2008-09 Events Announced The second season of the University of North Florida's Cummer Family Foundation Chamber Series dates have been announced. Read more. Prof. Danny Gottlieb Performs at 50th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show with Bill Murray
Tandem Jumper Joe Jones, Professor Danny Gottlieb, and Bill Murray Gary Sinise's Lt. Dan Band (with UNF Prof. Danny Gottlieb on drums) played the opening of the 50th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show last Friday, August 15, 2008. Florence Henderson sang the National Anthem and Bill Murray parachuted down to the beach just behind the stage to introduce the Lt. Dan Band. A highlight of the event was when the band ended their performance with God Bless the USA, which was coordinated with the Blue Angels flight team who flew in as the band played the last note. Many wounded soldiers attended as guests and there were thousands of people on both the front and the back of the stage. There were 2.2 million people on the shore (from one end to the other). Learn more: www.ltdanband.com FUN FACT: UNF Prof. Danny Gottlieb played drums, as a session musician, on the soundtrack to the movie "Quick Change" in which Bill Murray starred in and produced in 1990. UNF Jazz Studies Students Learn About Music and Life
Professor Barry Greene with UNF Students Ben Adkins and Ian Kelly The UNF Jazz Studies program was featured in Jacksonville Magazine's HOT LIST edition. UNF Clarinet Student Chosen for Prestigious Orford Arts Center Master Classes
UNF Student Philip Lipton Philip Lipton, a student of Dr. Guy Yehuda in an interview to the CBC Canadian television. Philip was chosen to participate in the prestigious Orford Arts Center Master Classes in Quebec, Canada in July 2008. Dr. Cara Tasher - One of Skirt Magazine's "She's So Skirt!"
Dr. Cara Tasher, Director of Choral Activities at UNF Dr. Cara Tasher was recognized by Skirt Magazine for her efforts to inspire through her passion for music. Read more. UNF Wind Ensemble to Perform at Carnegie Hall
Carnegie Hall - PHOTO GALLERY The UNF Wind Ensemble will take center stage at Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall on Sunday, June 1, 2008 as part of DCINY’s “Excellence in Education” series. Prof. Danny Gottlieb to Perform at the Pentagon American Forces Press Service with Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band
Lt. Dan Band Oscar-nominated actor and director Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band will perform a concert in the Pentagon Courtyard Friday, May 16 at noon as part of Military Appreciation Month. Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. James Cartwright, and Department of Defense's 'America Supports You' program will be hosting the event. Military Appreciation Month is a nationwide observance honoring current and former members of the armed forces, including those who have died in service of our nation. Sinise is renowned for his role as Lt. Dan in the movie "Forrest Gump," and currently stars in the CBS television series "CSI: NY." Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band have performed at USO concerts for men and women at American military bases across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. After visiting Iraq, Sinise started the ASY homefront group "Operation Iraqi Children" with author Laura Hillenbrand that sends school supplies to children in Iraq. Additionally, representatives from more than 40 homefront groups from around the country will be on hand to join in this celebration. These organizations help service members and their families in a variety of ways including sending letters and care packages to the troops, providing pre-paid phone cards, and sponsoring wellness retreats. Dr. Bill Prince, Professor Emeritus of Music at UNF, Inductee for the Jacksonville Jazz Festival Hall of Fame
Dr. Bill Prince The Jacksonville Jazz Hall of Fame recognizes those who have made significant contributions to jazz in Jacksonville. Dr. Bill Prince will join the Jazz Festival pioneers, city leaders, musicians, educators, and patrons of the arts. Read more. UNF Drumline Performs with Keith Urban
UNF Drumline with Keith Urban at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena The UNF Drumline performed with country music sensation Keith Urban Friday, December 7, 2007. They came out to help him with his single I Told You So.
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