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MALTA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL

Composition Master Class: June 24-July 3, 2012

Violin Competition: July 4-8, 2012

I have the distinct honor of presenting a master class in music composition in Valletta, Malta from June 24 to July 3, 2012. I am the only American artist on the roster of the VFIMF master classes. In addition to the master class, I will write the compulsory solo violin piece for the 2012 Malta International Music Competition, July 4-8.

MORE PERFORMANCES IN MALTA

A new version of my "Lamentations: Hayasdan" will be premiered during the Malta International Music Festival by Rita D'Arcangelo, flute and  Giuliano Mazzoccante, piano.

As a double bassist I will perform Rossini's "Sonata No. 6 in D" for two violins, 'cello and double bass with the faculty of the VFMIF Master Classes. 

EDMONTON, CANADA, JANUARY 15, 2012  

Smoke and Mirrors (Symbia II) for solo alto saxophone will receive its Canadian premiere by internationally acclaimed saxophone soloist William Street on his faculty recital at the University of Alberta. The recital theme, "Words and Music" will feature a group improvisation on a short story by Canadian aboriginal writer Richard Van Camp. I have the distinct honor to perform on double bass alongside Bill Street and the University of Alberta Saxophone Ensemble for this improvisation.

PUBLICATION

Fall 2011: Look for the publication of my "Three Lead Sheets". These jazz tunes are as recent as 2010 and go as far back as 1982. They will be great for any jazz combo, student to professional.