Hot News May 2005
8 May 2005
Georgetown Chamber Music Festival –
Mozart Clarinet Quintet K581 with Jon Manasse
Washington, DC USA
During this weekend Festival, performed by an impressive array of players with very high credential, 3
concerts from Friday-Sunday were performed to Washington audiences many from nearby Georgetown University.
Of special mention is the appearance of Jon Manasse, a celebrated clarinetist from New York and faculty at the
Eastman School of Music. The Mozart Clarinet Quintet K 581 demonstrated fully the capabilities well known in
his sound approach, soloistic style and virtuosity. As the information shows, Mr Manasse has accomplished in his
career several major recordings of every venue of solo, chamber music, and concerto performances worldwide.
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5-7 May 2005
Breno, Italy
“G. Mensi International Competition in Breno (Italy)
From May 5 until May 7 took place in Breno, a small but very nice place north of Italy, an International
Clarinet Competition, conceived in order to commemorate Giacomo Mensi, who died in tragic circumstances some
years ago.This is the fourth edition of the Competition .The members of the jury were: T. Friedli, president ,
Ciro Scarponi, Nicola Miorada, Primo Borali, and Luigi Magistrelli. The competitors arrived from different
European countries and Japan. The compulsory pieces performed were Mercadante Concerto ( 1st movement.)
Scarponi Elegy for the first round, Mozart Clarinet Concerto K622, and Stravinsky 3 Pieces for the final.
The winner Antonio Duca performed the Mozart Concerto with the “Vivaldi Orchestra” conducted by Silvio Maggioni.
The winners
Cat. "Exellence":
1°: ANTONIO DUCA
- Morbegno (SO) 2000 euro
2°: MICHELE NAGLIERI
- San Giuliano Milanese (MI) 700 euro
3°:ex.aequo: FRANCESCO
DE FRONZO - Giovinazzo (BA);
GIANLUCA BELTRAMI
- Valmontone (Rome) 400 euro
Cat. "Young promises":
1°:
ex aequo: MICHELE
CARRARA
- Alzano Lombardo (BG);
DANIELE ZAMBONI
–Darfo Boario Terme (BS) 400 euro
2°: STEFANO MAGRI
- Vilminore di Scalve - (BG)300 euro
3°: PAUL SERASSIS
- Athens (Greece) 150 euro
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2 May 2005
USAF Band of Liberty Clarinet Clinic
Boston, Massachusetts USA
A first time Clarinet Clinic held at Hanscom Air Force Base in conjunction with the Northeast
Air National Guard Band near this major cultural city presented a high quality conference sponsored
through this unit, Buffet-Crampon, sponsor for Robert DiLutis, 2nd/ Eb Clarinetist in the Rochester
(NY) Philharmonic, and inventor of the ‘Reed Machine’ which has become a popular means to finish
handmade reeds from scratch using tube cane, breaking them down, and finishing the process which
can with time take only a short time, and produce more quality consistent reeds that will last longer
than manufactured reeds. Mr DiLutis gave a comprehensive class demonstrating all the steps to
achieve this end. In addition to this session, 2 master classes with students from the Band and
students from the Boston area including those students from the major Universities and Conservatories
including the New England Conservatory. Orchestral audition repertoire including for Eb Clarinet was
fully covered with very high quality playing from the students. J Michael Leonard, a notable Instrument
Repair expert, gave an extensive class on Clarinet maintenance and emergency repairs, with a kit
offered for that purpose. Total explanation was given to provide the help needed to avoid Clarinet
catastrophes at performances.
A performance by the USAF Cerulean Wind Trio (Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon) gave a quality
performance indicating the high quality of musicians in these Bands. Of interest to Clarinetists,
there is a critical shortage of Clarinetists in these Bands which opens opportunities for players
to consider. The Air Force Band Programs offer quality environments for performance, opportunities
to study with major teachers at government expense, the chance to pursue degree studies, and have
a satisfying career if desired. Given limited performance jobs, this is an option. Check the Performing
Org Link Page at bottom of page for listings to inquire. At the conclusion of the day, Commander
Captain Matthew S Henry rehearsed an effective reading of the participant Clarinet Choir including
faculty and a great conclusion for all attending. During the day, displays of Buffet Clarinets
(all models) were available to try and Mr Leonard provided free repair services as well. Great
compliments should be paid to Airman Michelle Spinelli who through the Band single handedly
covered all logistical preparation to make this a success. Plans are for this to be an annual event.