University of Florida Archives — International Journal of Music

Randolph Lee — “Echoes of Zion” (Mark Masters Series, 2022)

Gretchen Mayer-Yeh | September 12, 2023

Randy Lee’s Echoes of Zion is a poignant musical journey through the cultural heritage of early members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as they embarked on their pioneer odyssey to the untamed American West. With a deeply personal connection to this history, Randy Lee pays tribute to the pioneers’ resilience, faith, and artistic contributions. This review explores the album’s evocative renditions of historical music and its ability to transport listeners back to a time when music was a source of solace, joy, and unity on the untamed frontier.

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Tuba

Danielle VanTuinen’s Tips for Tuba and Euphonium Students and Teachers

International Journal of Music | December 30, 2021

Dr Danielle VanTuinen (University of Florida) shares with Tuba Magazine a series of interesting tips whether you are a student or a teacher.

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Bassoon

Shannon Lowe’s Tips for Bassoon Students and Teachers

Gretchen Mayer-Yeh | December 29, 2021

Dr Shannon Lowe (professor at the University of Florida) shares with Bassoon Magazine a series of interesting tips for students and teachers.

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Tuba

Danielle VanTuinen: “Seek Opportunities to Play With One Another Regardless of the Instrumentation”

Gretchen Mayer-Yeh | December 16, 2021

Dr Danielle VanTuinen is Assistant Professor of Tuba and Euphonium at the University of Florida and an active member of the International Tuba Euphonium Association and the International Women’s Brass Conference.

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Bassoon

Shannon Lowe: “We Improve as Teachers When We Continue That Quest for Knowledge and Invite Others to Share and Learn”

Gretchen Mayer-Yeh | December 15, 2021

Dr Shannon Lowe is the Assistant Professor of Bassoon and Aural Skills at the University of Florida, principal bassoonist of the Albany (GA) Symphony Orchestra, and an avid and active chamber musician.

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Piano

Jasmin Arakawa: “Find Our Mission as Musicians and Contribute to Society”

Gretchen Mayer-Yeh | June 14, 2021

Jasmin Arakawa is Assistant Professor of Piano and Piano Area Coordinator at the University of Florida, as well as Director of the UF International Piano Festival.

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Guitar

Silviu Ciulei: “Every Student Is Different, so You Really Have to Invest In Every Student”

Gretchen Mayer-Yeh | April 19, 2021

We are pleased to bring you to Guitar Magazine this interview with Silviu Ciulei, an outstanding classical and flamenco guitarist awarded in many international competitions, currently a professor at the University of Florida.

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Guitar

Welson Tremura: “Love What You Do and What You Do Will Love You”

Gretchen Mayer-Yeh | March 29, 2021

In this interview, we get to know Welson Tremura, a Brazilian guitarist and professor at the University of Florida, who radiates true love for music.

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