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One Song Universus Concert

One Song Universus Concert

 Universal Brotherhood

May 17, 2008
Vanier Hall • 8 pm

A world premiere of One Song Universus by Prince George composer Simon Cole with soloist Marion Newman. Also, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 in conjunction with choirs from across northern B.C.

Guest Composer: Simon Cole

Concert Soloists: Andrew Greenwood, Robyn Driedger-Klassen, Marion Newman, Marcel van Neer and David Adams

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Flute

Flute

Simon teaches flute to those wanting to benefit from his advanced teaching techniques. Knowledge of instrumental techniques for winds, musicianship, practice techniques and more. Former students of flute clarinet and saxophone are all now working in the music industry.

Saxophone

Saxophone Lessons with Simon Cole. From Jazz  to classical and show music.
Another award for the One Song Universus

Another award for the One Song Universus

PGSO RECEIVES VANCOUVER FOUNDATION AWARD The Prince George Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce an award of $16,000 from the Vancouver Foundation for a project called “A Northern Quest” involving a new composition by local composer and PGSO Principal Clarinetist Simon Cole.
 

One Song Universus Concert

One Song Universus Concert  Universal Brotherhood

May 17, 2008
Vanier Hall • 8 pm

A world premiere of One Song Universus by Prince George composer Simon Cole with soloist Marion Newman. Also, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 in conjunction with choirs from across northern B.C.

Guest Composer: Simon Cole

Concert Soloists: Andrew Greenwood, Robyn Driedger-Klassen, Marion Newman, Marcel van Neer and David Adams

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Piano lessons

I teach piano to children and adults of all ages.  Children can start as
early as age 4.  There is no upward age limit.  I am a very patient and
encouraging teacher.  All lessons are catered to the individual students.  I
will recommend books and methods appropriate to the age, goals and
personality of each student.  No previous experience is necessary for either
adults or children.
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Reflections on students and age.

Reflections on students and age.

Most adult students are pessimistic about their ability to learn an instrument. I blame conventional thinking, you know” the can't teach an old dog new tricks” attitude.

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New Composition from Laura Weisgarber

Laura is a second year clarinet student. This ( as of yet untitled) composition is a duet for clarinets. Laura plays 1st on this recording while I cover the second part.
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Weddings

Music for your wedding or reception. We have played hundreds of weddings over 20 years and can make that special day even more so.
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Woodwind Shop

Woodwind Shop

Welcome to our Woodwind Shop.

We have a great selections of reeds and supplies for all woodwinds. As Rico dealers we have the entire line of products from student reeds to the pro reeds I use. Neck straps, tuners, metronomes, music stands and more.

As a working pro and top teacher and repairman I will give you great advice on equipment. My goal is to help you achieve your musical goals.

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Flute

Flute Simon teaches flute to those wanting to benefit from his advanced teaching techniques. Knowledge of instrumental techniques for winds, musicianship, practice techniques and more. Former students of flute clarinet and saxophone are all now working in the music industry.
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PGSO

  May 17, 2008
Vanier Hall • 8 pm

A world premiere of One Song Universus by Prince George composer Simon Cole with soloist Marion Newman. Also, Beethoven’s Symphony No. bnw_swirl9 in D Minor, Op. 125 in conjunction with choirs from across northern B.C.

Guest Composer: Simon Cole

Concert Soloists: Andrew Greenwood, Robyn Driedger-Klassen, Marion Newman, Marcel van Neer and David Adams

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 Lessons are held  from Monday to Saturday,  We are closed on Sundays.

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Woodwind Repairs

 

New dent removal tools

We have added MDR (magnetic dent removal tools) to our repertoire. We can now do some fast dent removal that previously would have involved taking the sax apart. this is great for tenor and Bari saxes in particular.

 

Cork pads on clarinet

This is a Selmer series 10S clarinet and a Selmer recital  they are beautiful clarinets in great condition.  The A in particular does not play as one would expect however, response tuning and tone are poor.  These are usually very good clarinets. A quick check reveals that the pads do not cover, they are skin pads which have warped over time. I am going to repad the top joint with cork pads on all keys which are usually in the closed position.  The other 2 keys will have traditional skin pads.

 

Bent Flute

Uh........ Dad I think I sat on my Flute!

 

Crack Repair

Having lived and played in a Northern city for close to 20 years I have become a minor expert on cracked woodwinds. Not only is it cold and dry but we often have to play in drafty or cold halls a sure recipe for woodwind cracks.

 

Tone hole Repair

We can replace broken tone holes