tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16053099959970592222024-03-13T10:03:40.234-04:00Music By The FallsJenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05560911788237692828noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1605309995997059222.post-150184982898162892015-10-31T09:37:00.001-04:002015-10-31T09:37:39.915-04:00A New Duet for Halloween!Take a listen to my new intermediate piano duet: A Beastly Boo-rrée!<br />
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A great time was had by all at this year's Summer Sizzle. Keyboard Kamp was a great success! I was the host composer for Group A:</div>
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Some great memories were made...</div>
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And some great music too! Our group's composition was called Peaceful Twilight.</div>
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My friend and colleague Beth had a great time with Group B:</div>
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and everyone really enjoyed the masterclasses.</div>
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And how could I forget my convocation? I received my Licentiate diploma in Piano Performance from the Northern Lights Canadian National Conservatory of Music. I'm so happy to have been a part of this year's Summer Sizzle. Look for more pictures to be posted in the studio soon!</div>
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We had a great end of year recital. Thanks everyone for coming out and doing your best; you all sounded great. Don't forget, you can watch the videos on our playlists, just <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVnVCEnXDc7NaJmW6TkdONg" target="_blank">click the link</a> to visit my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVnVCEnXDc7NaJmW6TkdONg" target="_blank">YouTube Channel</a>! </div>
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I had the honour of hosting the Owen Sound CNCM examinations at my studio recently. They went very well and all the students were so well prepared. They were especially excited to meet the examiner!</div>
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Finally, my new book of elementary piano pieces-- Ocean Tails-- will be available very soon! I have one little person who is excited to try all the pieces out, and she's doing such a great job!</div>
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Stay tuned for news of the upcoming <a href="http://www.cncm.ca/summer-sizzle.html" target="_blank">Summer Sizzle</a> piano pedagogy symposium...</div>
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We all got together for a performance class last week to run through our recital pieces. For the recital everyone is playing a solo and some students are doing duets. Each student will also perform their own composition from our 2015 student collection, Places I've Been. Here's a sneak peek of the cover:</div>
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In other news, here is a brand new elementary duet for you to listen to. I was inspired by all the beautiful green fiddleheads that grew outside my studio window this spring. I also wanted the song to have a fiddle-like sound. I hope you enjoy it!</div>
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The rest of our term is filled with exciting preparations. First, there is the final recital of the year. Students are busy memorizing their pieces, practising duets, and putting the final touches on their own compositions (this year's composition theme is "Places I've Been"). We will try everything out at an informal performance class before the big day arrives.</div>
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Other students are busy preparing for RCM and CNCM examinations; this involves technical, aural, sight reading, harmonization, vocalization and improvisation tests, playing studies and repertoire pieces, and in some cases a written program and oral presentation. We are on the final stretch guys!</div>
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Finally, some students are thinking ahead to Summer Sizzle in July, when they will participate in Keyboard Kamp with many visiting Canadian composers. There will be group composition sessions, Composers & Kids sessions, jazz master classes, art classes, sing-along sessions, and more! We are really looking forward to it! <a href="http://www.cncm.ca/uploads/5/5/5/0/5550445/brochteach_ssjuly2015_email.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for more information on Summer Sizzle.</div>
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Take a look at our recital trailer for this year. If you missed last year's, <a href="https://youtu.be/szZNzgjCGuY" target="_blank">click here</a> to see it.</div>
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I added a few more to my collection of modal pre-grade one pieces inspired by the beauty of B.C. <a href="https://youtu.be/EmcaFaFWoG4" target="_blank">Stroll Through Beacon Hill</a> is an easy going piece that recalls the lovely sights of Beacon Hill Park in Victoria. Listen for the peacock saying hel-lo! <a href="https://youtu.be/XaBQV7TjzYs" target="_blank">Harbour Buzz</a> is inspired by the amazingly talented artists and entertainers at the heart of the city-- the Inner Harbour. <a href="https://youtu.be/4U-y500plNY" target="_blank">Double Decker Bus</a> is a fun piece that keeps moving along, though there are always a few car horns to be heard. Finally, <a href="https://youtu.be/Sn7EnM9W_bo" target="_blank">Two Banana Slugs</a> brings back fond memories of hiking through the rainforest and spying these giant gastropods!</div>
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Well the countdown is officially on: only 13 days until my big exam! This month has been spent performing my program out for various audiences on different instruments, and tonight marks my fourth and final "preparation" concert. I'll have some good solid time after tonight to rest up my arms and go over the finer details of my pieces before the big day. I also hope to get them recorded, as I doubt I'll ever have this much repertoire ready ever again!</div>
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And now, on to the last leg of the spring term which involves preparing our recital pieces and student compositions. I can't wait to compile this year's book; our theme is Places I've Been and the songs we have so far are fantastic. Keep up with those great ideas! I'm also working on a few more pre-grade one pieces to add to my <a href="http://musicbythefalls.blogspot.ca/2015/02/new-pre-grade-one-pieces-part-ii.html" target="_blank">Ocean Tails</a> collection; stay tuned for more on these, and happy spring!</div>
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Ok, here goes: I have music games for every season and almost every occasion and I love them! It's great to hear a student come in the studio and say "Can we play the _______ game today?" Ok, they're mostly saying it because they love beating the teacher, and maybe sometimes I have prizes involved, but I do think it adds variety and some extra fun learning to the last bit of a lesson. Don't you?</div>
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I mean, <i>look </i>at these St. Patrick's Day games. Aren't they cute?! The kids don't even mind learning new musical terms, as long as they get the GOLD at the end of the rainbow (thank you Dollarama)! Thanks also to <a href="http://www.susanparadis.com/" target="_blank">Susan Paradis</a> who has so wonderful teaching resources (many of them free...donations accepted!). </div>
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You can also get lots of great theory worksheets from various music blogs, and it's easy to make your own too. Now it's not even a question of whether they take home a theory worksheet or not, it's WHICH theory worksheet they want to take with them! I've even started customizing sheets to some of my students' interests (for example Star Wars), which is going to be a big hit once it catches on. Maybe I will do a post about these when I get more created...</div>
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If you want to read about more of my music games check out <a href="http://musicbythefalls.blogspot.ca/2013/10/making-learning-fun.html" target="_blank">this post</a> from a couple years ago. Thanks for reading!</div>
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My new set of pieces inspired by Vancouver Island is complete! It's a short collection of six pieces, and each one is written in a different mode (Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, and Aeolian). I hope you enjoy!</div>
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I'm really excited to be working on a collection of Pre Grade One pieces. These pieces are wholly inspired by my short time living on Vancouver Island, as well as many visits to the island throughout various stages of my life. I also decided to write them using the ancient church modes, as a learning experience for me as well as the students who will play them! I think you'll find each one has a unique sound as a result of the mode it is written in. This is just the first instalment-- more West Coast pieces to come soon!</div>
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So about a year ago I began memorizing some music. Beethoven, in fact (<a href="http://musicbythefalls.blogspot.ca/2014/03/two-projects.html" target="_blank">c</a><a href="http://musicbythefalls.blogspot.ca/2014/03/two-projects.html" target="_blank">lick here</a> to see the post). My goal was to put together a program in preparation for the <a href="http://www.cncm.ca/" target="_blank">Canadian National Conservatory of Music</a>'s Licentiate in Piano Performance exam. Well, this crazy project of mine is well under way now and I'm planning on doing my exam this May. Yay!!</div>
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The length and intensity of the program make this exam incredibly demanding, both musically and physically. The pieces are so varied in style (and genre) that there is no real theme; I'm unable to play the pieces in chronological order (according to the date of composition) because the physical demands are so high I cannot play some of them back to back. It's also crazy because at times I wasn't sure I could pull it all together-- and I have. And also because the music is just crazy good. See for yourself!</div>
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So these days I am balancing out my practising with sessions of slow practise/metronome work and careful review of memory, playing in front of anyone who will listen, trying out different instruments, and of course resting. Today wasn't too demanding practise-wise, so I also managed to do some writing. It was such a sunny day and I was glad to be indoors scratching away at my manuscript. </div>
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Happy New Year everyone! I hope you are all having a wonderful start to the year. The holidays have flown by and I find myself only three days away from heading back to work. I can't say I accomplished everything I wanted to over the break (I have such a lot of planning to do, not to mention writing and practising. I also want to revamp my website soon as well.). I did get a fair amount of practising in though (considering all the holiday get togethers) and today I want to share with you a new fun duet!</div>
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I'm currently working on some exciting new duet submissions for <a href="http://www.cncm.ca/" target="_blank">CNCM</a>. For this particular duet I wanted to use a technique called "prepared piano". This is when you alter the sound of the piano by placing an object on or between the strings. I knew the duet was going to be about mosquitos because it is inspired by my trip to <a href="http://musicbythefalls.blogspot.ca/2014/08/summer-sizzle-trip-day-1.html" target="_blank">Saskatchewan</a> last summer, so I prepared the piano by placing a small book on certain strings of the piano to create a great buzzing effect.</div>
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This piece also borrows small snippets from a famous ragtime piece which I think adds a really fun element. See if you can hear the buzzing of the prepared piano along with the snippets of familiar melody. Hope you enjoy!</div>
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I was playing through the book <a href="https://www.debrawanless.com/product/twelve-songs-of-christmas/" target="_blank">Twelve Songs of Christmas</a> the other day and thought the arrangements were so lovely I had to share them. This book features twelve intermediate to advancing jazz solos, compiled and arranged by Debra Wanless. I only had time to record seven of them since I am so busy getting ready for the holidays! But I think you get a good feel for the modern and appealing arrangements in this fun book. It would make a great addition to any Christmas music book collection. Hope you enjoy my videos!</div>
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Our <a href="http://www.cfmta.org/html/musicweeken.html" target="_blank">Canada Music Week</a> recital on Friday November 21st was a complete success! We had about twenty students performing works by Canadian composers (including local composer Debra Wanless) and a fabulous audience turnout. After the performance we had a draw for two paintings that were generously donated by composer Rémi Bouchard. The reception was a hit as always, due to the enormous celebratory cake and take-home Canadian souvenirs. We got to hear a great variety of Canadian music, and I think everyone in attendance enjoyed themselves and learned something new.</div>
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I present to you a new playlist from my YouTube channel, featuring set piano pieces for this year's <a href="http://www.kiwanismusicfestival.net/" target="_blank">local music festival</a>. This list covers all the classes for 5-16 years and under. I hope to post the next set of pieces (9-14 years and over) in the next week or so. I hope this will help teachers and students choose their 2015 festival pieces, and also give them a glimpse of some great Canadian music from <a href="http://www.cncm.ca/" target="_blank">Northern Lights</a>.<br />
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In other news, my duet <a href="https://soundcloud.com/jensmithlanthier/sneaky_snakes-2" target="_blank">Sneaky Snakes</a> is now available for purchase in the <a href="http://www.cncm.ca/northern-lights.html" target="_blank">Northern Lights Elementary Duets</a> collection!</div>
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Finally, I am trying to complete the memorization of an amazing piece by Canadian composer Alexina Louie called Starstruck. I have three out of four movements memorized and have spent a good number of hours this week working on the final one. It is taking all of my brain (and finger) power to get this one. This piece is a selection I am learning for my Northern Lights Licentiate exam, which I hope to take this winter.</div>
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With fall weather closing in I offer you a new autumn-inspired solo called Swirling Leaves. I'm really happy with the way this intermediate-level piece turned out. The left hand accompaniment is gently insistent while the right hand sings a melancholy melody with swirling triplets. The middle section offers a ray of sunshine, though it is short lived as the cold autumn wind soon returns. The piece comes to a close with a short improv played upon the inside strings of the piano. I hope you enjoy.</div>
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I have been having so much fun writing music for ensembles lately. When I started writing <a href="http://musicbythefalls.blogspot.ca/2013/10/a-composition-project-duets.html#more" target="_blank">duets</a> last fall I didn't really have a clear idea of how to approach this genre, but it turns out I really enjoy it and learn so much from it (and in fact seem to be quite addicted!). Last month I finished up my first duo for 2 pianos 4 hands-- <a href="https://soundcloud.com/jensmithlanthier/in-the-hall-of-the-mountain" target="_blank">In The Hall Of The Mountain King</a>-- and in keeping with that theme I decided to arrange another classic orchestral theme, but this time for 2 pianos <i>8 hands</i>.</div>
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The result of this work is an arrangement of Paul Dukas's symphonic poem The Sorcerer's Apprentice. Most people will recognize this theme from the Disney film Fantasia. I would say the level of this piece is late intermediate; it was hard to record since I was playing all the parts myself on separate tracks! See what you think<br />
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Day 5 marked the beginning of our long trip home. We packed up and left our hotel by 7 AM and started our drive back to Winnipeg. The scenery was beautiful. We had to make one more stop in Minnedosa at our new favourite spot, the Chipperfield Coffee Company. We made it to Winnipeg in good time, although the traffic there slowed us down a bit!</div>
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Our flight was only slightly delayed and we left Winnipeg just after 5 PM. Getting into Pearson International Airport was a bit tricky, and we had to circle back around before landing due to stormy weather. We landed in Toronto just before 9 PM local time, and I think everyone was glad to be back on the ground. Some of us went our separate ways and the airport while the rest of us carpooled back up north towards Owen Sound. During the drive we recounted our experiences over the past five days; it was definitely a trip to remember.</div>
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It was our final day today, and what a busy and exciting one! In addition to the wonderful workshops offered today (including yoga in the piano studio), I got all my shopping done and am thrilled with all my new music! Can't wait to play everything out when I get home :)</div>
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There was also a new music showcase presented by Debra Wanless Music, and Irene and I played my Simple Gifts duet...very fun!</div>
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In the afternoon we heard some great student group compositions. The Keyboard Kampers had worked on these impressive compositions with a visiting composer for only two days!</div>
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This evening there was a semi-formal dinner, followed by a gala and convocation. Besides honouring the CNCM silver medal award winners and graduates, the gala featured new and existing music from visiting composers, played by both students and composers. Irene and I played the premiere of my Sneaky Snakes duet!</div>
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These past four days in Yorkton have been wonderful...it was so nice making the trip out west to experience Summer Sizzle in a new setting. I have come away with so many new ideas and loads of inspiration....enough to last me until next year, I hope!</div>
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Today was Day One of Summer Sizzle! It started bright and early with registration, then went straight into some great workshops. We also had new music blitzes, time to shop at the trade show, and some great meals, music and dancing. Spending time with all the composers, teachers, parents and Keyboard Kampers was tons of fun. Here are a few pictures from our day:</div>
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Tomorrow is packed full of more pedagogy workshops, demonstrations, and recitals. Tomorrow evening the symposium will come to a close with a gala celebration and CNCM convocation. Stay tuned!</div>
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Today we had a pretty relaxed start to the day, then moved on to one of the venues to start setting up for The Sizzle. We had lots of music to bring!</div>
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The afternoon was spent reviewing each room, making sure it had enough chairs, keyboards and other supplies needed for the upcoming workshops. We had some very organized people helping! The trade show tables were set up downstairs, displaying silent auction items and a multitude of books and exciting new Canadian music.</div>
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We also got the "goodie" bags ready for tomorrow morning...they have everything required for Summer Sizzle and more. So handy!</div>
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Lastly, almost everyone went to bed early tonight as it's a pretty early start tomorrow. Monday marks the official start of Summer Sizzle 2014. So many great people have come together and worked so hard to make these two days happen, and I'm sure all their hard work will pay off!</div>
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Our group departed from Pearson International Airport at 12:30 on Saturday afternoon and landed in Winnipeg around 2 PM local time. We had to travel downtown to pick up our rental van...and on the way we passed a famous landmark, the Golden Boy statue! <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The Golden Boy is a statue facing north on the dome of the Manitoba Legislative Building, and is one of Manitoba's best known symbols. It is 5.25 metres (17.2 feet) tall from the toe to the top of the torch and 4.27 metres (14 feet) from head to toe. Here is a picture I took from the car:</span></div>
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Next we picked up our rental and piled into the van for a drive over to Neepawa (about 2 hours away).</div>
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Irene took the first driving shift. Yay...Neepawa!</div>
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After supper we met some friends at a local church, including Canadian composer Rémi Bouchard and musician Cameron Streicher. Cameron was giving a concert that evening in Neepawa, so we were able to stay for the first half of the show before hitting the road again.</div>
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On our way to Saskatchewan we stopped at a great little place called the Chipperfield Coffee Company in Minnedosa. They had 24 flavours of soft serve ice cream, gourmet coffees and teas and lots more!</div>
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I took the second shift of driving, and after another three hours on the road we finally rolled into Yorkton, SK. And that is our trip so far; we're having fun getting to know each other and setting up for the symposium. More updates to follow!</div>
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Well we are off tomorrow...leaving for the annual piano pedagogy symposium presented through <a href="http://www.cncm.ca/" target="_blank">CNCM</a>. This year's event takes place in Yorkton, SK-- so get ready to follow our adventures through the prairies! My friend/colleague Irene and I will be joining a group of other teachers and composers to embark on this adventure together.</div>
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Summer Sizzle celebrates and promotes Canadian music (How great is that?). Over 200 participants including composers, students, teachers and parents from all across Canada will come together during these two days in August. There will be workshops, the launch of several new Canadian pieces, public concerts, special guests and a great trade show!</div>
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This symposium also offers a Keyboard Kamp for students aged 7-21 that offers master classes in a wide range of topics. If the event is held in Ontario next year I hope some of my own students will be able to attend this fabulous camp.</div>
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Here is the link to the Summer Sizzle Facebook page, if you want a glimpse at some of the composers attending. I will be trying to publish more blog posts on the road...as long as my iPad app cooperates! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Summer-Sizzle-2014/262953603877771?sk=info" target="_blank">Summer Sizzle on Facebook</a></div>
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