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I attended the Newband concert on September 2007. At the Alexander Kasser Theater. The band was founded in 1977 by composer Dean Drummond and Stefani Starin. The program contain three of Varese's works and one of Partch work. Varese, (1883-1965) was born in Paris, then moved to New York City in 1915. Where he lived and worked the remainder of his lifetime. He was one of the greatest composer ever to live. Partch, (1901-1974) in the other hand was born in California. He spent much of his time traveling. In addition, Partch inventing his own orchestra of instruments.
The program began with a solo performance by flutist Stefani Starin. This instrument is part of the woodwind family. She convey a very smooth melody. The tempo began very Largo (Broad) and as it proceeded it evaluated into a more Vivace (Lively) rhythm. At often time Starin would close her eyes and concentrate on her instrument. I found this piece to be very interesting and heart warming. I also, noticed that it is......

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