I completed my Junior Recital on April 13th, 2013. I had been calling it my Senior Recital, since it was the only recital I was required to complete for my Music Education Degree.
****My Junior Recital****
April 13th at 2:00 PM
Here is the link to my Youtube channel, where you may view the videos of my recital:
http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQhNGgC_-xtxA3S2KDSzyyQ
Inspirations
This recital was a very special event in my life, for many reasons.
First, I had an opportunity to perform with both of my parents in this recital!
Growing up, my parents' love and passion for music was the driving force behind my musical accomplishments. As children, my siblings and I were surrounded by beautiful music, in so many ways: Listening to classical and sacred music on Sunday mornings; hearing our Dad play Chopin and Bach on the piano and our Mom play Barber and Paganini on the violin for hours at a time; singing on the Church choir where my Mom was choir director and my Dad piano player; and so much more. We were given piano lessons and lessons on our individual instruments as we grew up, and were known as the "musical family" in our ward at church. My Dad would write arrangements for our family of various sacred and secular tunes and we would perform for church, talent shows, and family functions. My Dad would also accompany us on all of our musical events, competitions, etc. My Mom and I loved to play duets together on the flute and violin. Our extended family, on both sides, were also very musical, being filled with performers, college professors of music, and composers.
For my recital, my Dad was able to accompany me on the piano, and this was the first time we have had to opportunity to perform together for an audience in about 10 years! After I left Active Duty Army, my Dad had been living in China, and did not know when he would move back to the U.S., so I didn't know if I would get the chance to play with him at a University Recital. I've always loved playing with my Dad, because he is one of the most skilled and sensitive accompanists I have ever played with, and he is never afraid to give me advice to improve my musicality when I am playing. Also, since we are family, we have a unique ability to sense what the other is doing musically. This applies when I sing or play with anyone in my family.
I also had the opportunity to perform with my dear Mother for this recital. My mother has such a beautiful, rich tone on the violin, her passion for music has been such an inspiration to me in my life. We have always loved to play duets together, and even though my Mom hadn't performed for a long time, and we only got to have one rehearsal together, she still agreed to do it, and it meant the world to me.
Special Thanks
****My Junior Recital****
April 13th at 2:00 PM
Dumke Recital Hall
University of Utah
Here is the link to my Youtube channel, where you may view the videos of my recital:
http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQhNGgC_-xtxA3S2KDSzyyQ
I didn't know how to separate the videos from the others I have on my channels, but here are the pieces that were performed (Each movement of each pieces has its own video):
Program
Syrinx for flute alone Claude Debussy (1862-1918)
Flute Sonata in E Major, BWV 1035 J.S.
Bach
I. Adagio ma nontanto
II.
Allegro
III.
Siciliano
IV.
Allegro assai
Andante et Rondo, Op. 25 for two flutes and piano
Franz Doppler (1821-1883)
II. Rondo
Melanie Addington
– Flute
Dallan Gordon –
Flute
Daniel Shumway –
Piano
La Tourterelle Op. 119 for piccolo and piano Eugene
Damare
Sonata for Flute and Piano Op. 23 Lowell Liebermann
I. Lento con rubato
II.
Presto energico
Ashokan Farewell Jay
Ungar
Arranged by: James Galway and Phil Coulter
Melanie Addington
– Flute
Suzanne Havens –
Violin
Daniel Shumway –
Piano
Inspirations
This recital was a very special event in my life, for many reasons.
First, I had an opportunity to perform with both of my parents in this recital!
Growing up, my parents' love and passion for music was the driving force behind my musical accomplishments. As children, my siblings and I were surrounded by beautiful music, in so many ways: Listening to classical and sacred music on Sunday mornings; hearing our Dad play Chopin and Bach on the piano and our Mom play Barber and Paganini on the violin for hours at a time; singing on the Church choir where my Mom was choir director and my Dad piano player; and so much more. We were given piano lessons and lessons on our individual instruments as we grew up, and were known as the "musical family" in our ward at church. My Dad would write arrangements for our family of various sacred and secular tunes and we would perform for church, talent shows, and family functions. My Dad would also accompany us on all of our musical events, competitions, etc. My Mom and I loved to play duets together on the flute and violin. Our extended family, on both sides, were also very musical, being filled with performers, college professors of music, and composers.
For my recital, my Dad was able to accompany me on the piano, and this was the first time we have had to opportunity to perform together for an audience in about 10 years! After I left Active Duty Army, my Dad had been living in China, and did not know when he would move back to the U.S., so I didn't know if I would get the chance to play with him at a University Recital. I've always loved playing with my Dad, because he is one of the most skilled and sensitive accompanists I have ever played with, and he is never afraid to give me advice to improve my musicality when I am playing. Also, since we are family, we have a unique ability to sense what the other is doing musically. This applies when I sing or play with anyone in my family.
I also had the opportunity to perform with my dear Mother for this recital. My mother has such a beautiful, rich tone on the violin, her passion for music has been such an inspiration to me in my life. We have always loved to play duets together, and even though my Mom hadn't performed for a long time, and we only got to have one rehearsal together, she still agreed to do it, and it meant the world to me.
Special Thanks
I could never have accomplished this recital without all of
the amazing support I have received.
The list is endless, but just to name a few, I would like to
express my gratitude to:
The University of Utah, especially the School of Music, for
the wonderful learning institution it is, and providing the facilities to hold
this recital.
All of my Professors and mentors, for the tools you have
given me that will help me become a better musician, teacher, and person
(Especially: Tiffany Sedgley, Dr. Ely, Dr. Baldwin, and Dr. Napoles)
My dear friends and colleagues, near and far, who have
always believed in me and supported me.
Dallan Gordon, my
friend and one of the best musicians and players I have ever known. Thanks for
all you have done for me, and thanks for playing with me in this recital!
Lisa Byrnes, my private flute instructor for my first two years at the U, who gave such a great start at the U, and gave me so many valuable tools and skills that helped me to be where I am today.
Caitlyn Valovick Moore, my private flute instructor for the last 2 years, who helped me prepare for this recital. She encouraged me, set high expectations, and helped me grow in so many ways as a player and a musician.
My Husband, Dave, who is always by my side, supporting me
with strong hands and a gentle heart. With Dave, I feel like I can accomplish
anything. I love you, Sweetheart.
My Family: My siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and
cousins, who have always cheered me on and been my biggest fans.
My Mother (Suzanne Faerber Havens), whose love and passion
for music have influenced me throughout my life, and who made sure I could have
instruments and private lesson, and has never stopped supporting me in my
music. Mom, you have been such an inspriration to me, and I am so grateful for
all you have done for me, and all of the support you have given me throughout
the years, I am so glad I got to play
with you in this recital, it meant the world to me.
My Father (Daniel T. Shumway), who has exposed me to
beautiful music since childhood, who supported me and played the piano for me
for so many years. Thanks for all the work you put into preparing for this
recital with me. I am so glad with got to play in this recital together, it
meant so much to me. I appreciate all you do.
Lastly, I want to thank the Lord, for the musical talents He
has given me and my family. It has brought so much joy to my life, and blessed
me in so many ways. I hope I can use this gift to help others feel this same
joy.
