Lyrics from Linda
| VOLUME 17 NUMBER 1 |
The CBFC is looking forward to greeting returning members, new members, potential
members and guests at our first event of the season. Professor Sarah Gill, one of our own
members who has just returned from a year in England, will present a workshop, together
with her accompanist David Sutanto who is the acting chair of the piano department at Del
Mar College. Please help us welcome both of them to our first event of the season. More
details are elsewhere in this newsletter.
When I wrote my column for the newsletter last year, I tried to emphasize the importance of
playing and sharing your musical talent with others. You will see some of the same themes,
in variation form this year. Far too often, even though many of us are truly “amateur”
flutists, we are far too shy and humble about our talents and abilities.
Because of some personal circumstances last year, I have had a very intimate concern with
the idea of sharing music with others in whatever way we can.
Currently, last month, and this month, we are observing some very important, yet seemingly
disparate anniversaries: one, the fifth anniversary of 9-11 and its devastating effect on
individuals and families in the cities of New York and Washington, D.C. and eastern
Pennsylvania, our country and the world and, two, the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and
its devastating effects on communities, environment, and people throughout the country as
well. In particular, my own family was uprooted from New Orleans, so I have a special
interest. My high school years were spent in New Orleans. While my parents escaped
safely and lost little in personal belongings, after forty years in the city it has been very
difficult for them to relocate. They gave up friends, jobs, familiar surroundings, favorite
shopping sites, familiar medical care, their church, their neighborhood, the opportunity to
visit children and grandchildren, and many other things important to them. My brother and
his family still reside in a suburb of New Orleans. Now while I am speaking very personally, I
know many of you have been touched by these events as well. I know of at least one other
CBFC member whose family member was forced to flee New Orleans. The rippling effect of
both of these events has truly been carried throughout our nation.
On the occasion of September 11, 2006 there were many worship services and
commemorations being held throughout our community and the nation. Regarding Katrina
specifically, there continue to be musical and other cultural events being held to raise funds
and awareness for the purpose of rebuilding. It has been both tragic and exciting to note
the musicians in particular who have come forward to assist the musical culture of New
Orleans. You will recognize many fellow and former New Orleanians: the singer and pianist
Harry Connick, Jr., who was born and trained in the city; Aaron Neville of the Neville
Brothers an R&B singer who was forced due to health to relocate to Nashville; Allen
Toussaint, famous R&B and soul pianist, singer, songwritier, arranger; Fats Domino a Rock
and Roll pioneer who was actually lost in the city for a time when his home was destroyed;
and jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis who has been quite influential in the area of music
education as well as performance. In the area of classical music, the performing duo of
violinist Wu Han and cellist David Finckel also shared their music with New Orleans to
promote the healing. Wu Han said that music can speak to people when no words can.
These musical leaders are just a few who have gathered together to promote the
continuation of New Orleans’ music and culture. These artists have been involved
individually as well to earn money through their own performances and recordings. New
Orleans is truly a unique cultural area in our nation. You may have noted that famous chefs
and probably those in many other walks of life also have assisted in the rebuilding of New
Orleans.
The point is, though many buildings and streets have not been rebuilt, nor perhaps will
never be rebuilt, the culture of the people is essential to life itself. The culture of New
Orleans is a contribution to the culture of our entire nation. Think of jazz and how it began
in New Orleans, and traveled to the West Coast, to Chicago, to New York, to Europe. And,
many of those original roots of jazz still survive in New Orleans. Culture and music, in
particular are critical to the survival of both New York City in its losses, and New Orleans
and its losses. These are our losses as well, as citizens of this nation.
While each of us may not feel important at all with our respective talents, we must continue
playing and teaching and learning and sharing to keep our culture intact. There are many
ways in which this can be accomplished. I won’t outline these ideas here. You need to have
something to consider this month. Do consider how each one of you as an individual is truly
important in the entire scheme of life. Personally, I am certain you would not survive without
your music.
Music will be essential in the rebirth of New York City and New Orleans, the Gulf Coast and
points beyond which have been touched by these events. Likewise, music is essential to
the lives of performers and listeners right here at home. Let the music play on!
members and guests at our first event of the season. Professor Sarah Gill, one of our own
members who has just returned from a year in England, will present a workshop, together
with her accompanist David Sutanto who is the acting chair of the piano department at Del
Mar College. Please help us welcome both of them to our first event of the season. More
details are elsewhere in this newsletter.
When I wrote my column for the newsletter last year, I tried to emphasize the importance of
playing and sharing your musical talent with others. You will see some of the same themes,
in variation form this year. Far too often, even though many of us are truly “amateur”
flutists, we are far too shy and humble about our talents and abilities.
Because of some personal circumstances last year, I have had a very intimate concern with
the idea of sharing music with others in whatever way we can.
Currently, last month, and this month, we are observing some very important, yet seemingly
disparate anniversaries: one, the fifth anniversary of 9-11 and its devastating effect on
individuals and families in the cities of New York and Washington, D.C. and eastern
Pennsylvania, our country and the world and, two, the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and
its devastating effects on communities, environment, and people throughout the country as
well. In particular, my own family was uprooted from New Orleans, so I have a special
interest. My high school years were spent in New Orleans. While my parents escaped
safely and lost little in personal belongings, after forty years in the city it has been very
difficult for them to relocate. They gave up friends, jobs, familiar surroundings, favorite
shopping sites, familiar medical care, their church, their neighborhood, the opportunity to
visit children and grandchildren, and many other things important to them. My brother and
his family still reside in a suburb of New Orleans. Now while I am speaking very personally, I
know many of you have been touched by these events as well. I know of at least one other
CBFC member whose family member was forced to flee New Orleans. The rippling effect of
both of these events has truly been carried throughout our nation.
On the occasion of September 11, 2006 there were many worship services and
commemorations being held throughout our community and the nation. Regarding Katrina
specifically, there continue to be musical and other cultural events being held to raise funds
and awareness for the purpose of rebuilding. It has been both tragic and exciting to note
the musicians in particular who have come forward to assist the musical culture of New
Orleans. You will recognize many fellow and former New Orleanians: the singer and pianist
Harry Connick, Jr., who was born and trained in the city; Aaron Neville of the Neville
Brothers an R&B singer who was forced due to health to relocate to Nashville; Allen
Toussaint, famous R&B and soul pianist, singer, songwritier, arranger; Fats Domino a Rock
and Roll pioneer who was actually lost in the city for a time when his home was destroyed;
and jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis who has been quite influential in the area of music
education as well as performance. In the area of classical music, the performing duo of
violinist Wu Han and cellist David Finckel also shared their music with New Orleans to
promote the healing. Wu Han said that music can speak to people when no words can.
These musical leaders are just a few who have gathered together to promote the
continuation of New Orleans’ music and culture. These artists have been involved
individually as well to earn money through their own performances and recordings. New
Orleans is truly a unique cultural area in our nation. You may have noted that famous chefs
and probably those in many other walks of life also have assisted in the rebuilding of New
Orleans.
The point is, though many buildings and streets have not been rebuilt, nor perhaps will
never be rebuilt, the culture of the people is essential to life itself. The culture of New
Orleans is a contribution to the culture of our entire nation. Think of jazz and how it began
in New Orleans, and traveled to the West Coast, to Chicago, to New York, to Europe. And,
many of those original roots of jazz still survive in New Orleans. Culture and music, in
particular are critical to the survival of both New York City in its losses, and New Orleans
and its losses. These are our losses as well, as citizens of this nation.
While each of us may not feel important at all with our respective talents, we must continue
playing and teaching and learning and sharing to keep our culture intact. There are many
ways in which this can be accomplished. I won’t outline these ideas here. You need to have
something to consider this month. Do consider how each one of you as an individual is truly
important in the entire scheme of life. Personally, I am certain you would not survive without
your music.
Music will be essential in the rebirth of New York City and New Orleans, the Gulf Coast and
points beyond which have been touched by these events. Likewise, music is essential to
the lives of performers and listeners right here at home. Let the music play on!
| Future Dates: Click the Link above for the complete CBFC Calendar |
Happy Birthday!
These members had
birthdays over the
summer.
Barbara Schroeter - 6/3
Judy Cole - 7/13
Frances Branning - 7/28
Paul Klemm - 8/31
Carolyn Everett - 8/31
Sarah Gill - 9/1
Kim Mrazek - 9/9
birthdays over the
summer.
Barbara Schroeter - 6/3
Judy Cole - 7/13
Frances Branning - 7/28
Paul Klemm - 8/31
Carolyn Everett - 8/31
Sarah Gill - 9/1
Kim Mrazek - 9/9
You are Invited
What: To a new season of Coastal Bend Flute Club
When: Beginning on Sunday, September 17, 2006 1:30 pm
A special Flute Workshop by Sarah Gill
Where: 1701 Crosby, Portland, TX First Presbyterian Church
Greetings, Fellow Fluters and friends! Welcome back to a new season of playing, learning,
performing, fellowship and sharing! We are truly excited about our first event of the
season. The Coastal Bend Flutes are hosting Professor Sarah Gill who teaches flute and
theory at Texas A&M Kingsville as our guest lecturer/performer. She spent last year in
England studying and learning with the great Trevor Wye and has graciously offered to
share some of her new flute discoveries with us. Through performance, she will share some
of the pieces she studied with Mr. Wye. This workshop is open to anyone interested in the
flute, so please plan to bring friends with you and share this information with others who may
have an interest. Our membership is for high school and above, but younger students are
certainly welcome to this event. We will have light refreshments following Sarah’s
presentation so that you have an opportunity to visit informally and ask questions.
We will meet at First Presbyterian Church in Portland, Texas. Remember to check the home
page for driving directions. Our workshop will begin at 2:00, but we ask members to come at
1:30 to assist in setting up and to conduct a bit of business.
The Board of CBFC met and, as usual accomplished a considerable amount of business
during the summer, including setting dates for our rehearsals and concerts. Our goal is to
meet quarterly to conduct the business of the organization, and to make plans for the
future. So, remember you may bring any business concerns about the organization to any
board members. Our intention is to accomplish as much business as possible within the
board meetings in order to enable you to spend most of your time playing. We have some
folks traveling from large distances, so we will do much of our business “on-line”. That
means YOUR JOB is to read the newsletter and check in to the website regularly for new
information, or occasionally changes and additions to the schedule.
When: Beginning on Sunday, September 17, 2006 1:30 pm
A special Flute Workshop by Sarah Gill
Where: 1701 Crosby, Portland, TX First Presbyterian Church
Greetings, Fellow Fluters and friends! Welcome back to a new season of playing, learning,
performing, fellowship and sharing! We are truly excited about our first event of the
season. The Coastal Bend Flutes are hosting Professor Sarah Gill who teaches flute and
theory at Texas A&M Kingsville as our guest lecturer/performer. She spent last year in
England studying and learning with the great Trevor Wye and has graciously offered to
share some of her new flute discoveries with us. Through performance, she will share some
of the pieces she studied with Mr. Wye. This workshop is open to anyone interested in the
flute, so please plan to bring friends with you and share this information with others who may
have an interest. Our membership is for high school and above, but younger students are
certainly welcome to this event. We will have light refreshments following Sarah’s
presentation so that you have an opportunity to visit informally and ask questions.
We will meet at First Presbyterian Church in Portland, Texas. Remember to check the home
page for driving directions. Our workshop will begin at 2:00, but we ask members to come at
1:30 to assist in setting up and to conduct a bit of business.
The Board of CBFC met and, as usual accomplished a considerable amount of business
during the summer, including setting dates for our rehearsals and concerts. Our goal is to
meet quarterly to conduct the business of the organization, and to make plans for the
future. So, remember you may bring any business concerns about the organization to any
board members. Our intention is to accomplish as much business as possible within the
board meetings in order to enable you to spend most of your time playing. We have some
folks traveling from large distances, so we will do much of our business “on-line”. That
means YOUR JOB is to read the newsletter and check in to the website regularly for new
information, or occasionally changes and additions to the schedule.
Flute Tips
from Larry Krantz Flute Pages
www.larrykrantz.com
from Larry Krantz Flute Pages
www.larrykrantz.com
