Quinteto Latino on the Move!

WELCOME! BIENVENIDO!

Quinteto Latino blends the vibrant colors and vigorous rhythms of Latin American music with the sumptuous voices of the wind quintet: flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, and bassoon. Whether exploring new twists on traditional folk songs or premiering works by living composers, these five musicians perform with impeccable artistry and infectious energy - educating, enriching, and entertaining listeners of all ages and backgrounds.

Founded in 2001 by French hornist Armando Castellano, this unique ensemble is passionately dedicated to a dual mission: to expand the cultural boundaries of classical music, and to make that music available, relevant, and inspiring to entirely new audiences.

Keith Underwood Master Class

keithunderwood.org ANNOUNCING A MASTERCLASS BY FLUTIST KEITH UNDERWOOD SUNDAY MAY 18, 2008 All Instrumentalist welcome

SUNDAY MAY 18, 2008
9:30 AM TO 5:30 PM
SAN FRANCISCO OPERA HOUSE CHORUS ROOM*

Keith Underwood is an internationally acclaimed performer and teacher. He is well known for his innovative teaching with particular emphasis on sound production and body awareness. He works regularly with instrumentalists from many major American orchestras. Keith has also taught and performed extensively in Japan, Europe, Mexico and Brazil.

PERFORMER RATE $100.00
AUDITOR, FULL DAY $60.00
AUDITOR, HALF DAY $30.00
(Morning session 9:30 AM- 1:00 PM
Afternoon session 2:00 PM- 5:30 PM)

For registration, please contact Julie McKenzie at jewelflute@aol.com, or at 415 566-4454
auditors may also register at the door at 9:00AM
*Enter at Opera house North stage door, Franklin and Fulton Streets

Summer Chamber Music Study

There is an opportunity for a few students of 15-25 age group to study the Chamber Music Repertoire (mostly WW quintets) in Southern California for two weeks from July 20 to August 2. They have never been short of bassoons before but seem to be this year. This shortage may result in half to full scholarships if you apply. You would be responsible for getting yourself out there.

Audition requirements for Bassoon:
(you may send CD/DVD/or MP3)
Mozart Bassoon Concerto K.191
Mvt. 1: mm35-71
Mvt. 2: mm7-30
Hindewith WW Quintet (Kleine Kammermusik)
Mvt.1 Letter D to 4 meas. after D
and letter F to 4 bars after F

Feel free to contact Ken Munday (the bassoon instructor) 818-970-6079 or e-mail mundayjk@yahoo.com, Steve Fraider in the 'office' to ask
questions(213-622-0355 or e-mail: IdyllartLA@aol.com).

Mozart Duo Perform in Bay Area

Walter Green, great bassoonist dies at 82

We lost a revered member of our bassoon family on December 3rd in Mendocino, California. Walter Green passed away quietly within view of the beautiful Pacific Ocean surrounded by his family and friends.

At age 82, Walter still had a sparkle in his eyes and a mission to educate the world about classical music. He had been ill with Parkinson's for several years, but was excellently cared for by his lovely wife, Polly.

A poignant service and burial were held in Mendocino on Wednesday, December 5th, with the ocean breeze carrying the scent of marine life as Walter's life was remembered and celebrated. Those in attendance, including myself, were awed by the amazing life Walter had lived and the many people whose lives he touched.

Walter retired from the San Francisco Symphony over 20 years ago, where he was principal bassoonist. He was a founding member of the Mendocino Music Festival and was popular in his coastal town for the success of the festival and for being a popular radio personality. On his radio program, he exposed the breadth of his knowledge of selected musical pieces and the history surrounding them. His hope was to illuminate classical music in a way that would inspire his listeners to attend concerts and support the musical arts.

Most people did not know that Walter was a holocaust survivor who lost members of his family in Europe during World War II. He was fortunate to have safely fled Germany as a child; and he later worked diligently to become an American citizen. Walter never took his new country for granted.

Those who remember Walter in the San Francisco Symphony know that he fought tooth and nail for a number of the benefits that the musicians now enjoy in their contract. Musically, he set the bar high for himself and his colleagues; and some considered him tough for this reason. But Walter was also a man of compassion, generosity and selflessness. This was evident in the funeral service on Wednesday, as person after person spoke about Walter -- his doctor, a conductor, students, neighbors, friends, musicians who had traveled 3 hours from San Francisco, his family, those who listened to his radio program, and so on.Fortunately, before Walter Green passed away, he was able to put his fascinating life story into a book entitled" Golden Tones ". We join Walter's family in celebrating his life and our loss.

Rufus & Vida Olivier and Family

Old English Christmas Feast! Rufus Olivier Jr. Honorary Chairperson

Wassail! Drink Hail! This year the Golden Gate Boys Choir and Bellringers are pleased to announce Rufus Olivier Jr. as their honorary chairperson. Come support this wonderful organization while getting into the holiday spirit!
www.ggbc.org

Award for Woodwinds and Brass

For Further Information Or Applications, Contact:
Catherine Tonn, Competiton Coordinator
3366 La Mesa Dr. #9
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 593.1327
cmtonn@comcast.net