29 July
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Thursday, July 27, 2017 Kinan Azmeh made his debut appearance at ClarinetFest® with his longtime duo partner, pianist Dinuk Wijeratne on July 27, 2017 at 4:30 pm. George and Lynn Reeder of Rovner Ligatures sponsored the performance. Azmeh and Wijeratne performed mostly original compositions that were influenced by classical music and middle-eastern music.  These unique compositions were enhanced by Wijerante’s use of the whole piano, including drumming on the case and strumming the strings. The recital began with a performance of Bela Bartok’s After Bela (after “Pe Loc” by Bela Bartok.) Azmeh entered from the rear of the hall while Wijeratne was seated at theRead More →

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06 June
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      Originally published in The Clarinet 44/3 (June 2017). Printed copies of The Clarinet are available for ICA members. ClarinetFest® 2017 information and registration links. by Keith Koons For the first time, ClarinetFest® will come to Florida! The schedule is filled with concerts, lectures, master classes, competitions and exhibits. A complete artist roster and event schedule, as well as registration information, can be found on the ICA website at www.clarinet.org. The conference is presented in partnership with the School of Performing Arts at the University of Central Florida. Here is a sampling of what you can enjoy each day: Wednesday, July 26 The conference will beginRead More →