Of Whispers and Dances
Performed: March 17, 2024
Featuring Works By:
Ney Rosauro
Carl Nielsen
Carl Reinecke
François Rasse
Yoko Shimomura
In Collaboration With:
Members of The SMSE Jazz Ensemble:
Rivers Manenty, Clarinet
Aidan Stewart, Trumpet
Jerico Renfroe, Cornet
Ethan Delaney, Tenor Saxophone
Laurel Pung, French Horn
Jujuan Adams, Baritone Saxophone
Brad McDermott, Bass Trombone
Noah Gorman, Marimba and Drumset
And Casey Baker, Piano
About Of Whispers and Dances:
‘Of Whispers and Dances’ was the first recital Jamiia hosted, with the help and guidance of EMU Oboe Professor Kristen Reynolds. This recital was a pivotal part of Jamiia’s musical career, giving her inspiration to connect with music and other musicians. In programming ‘Of Whispers and Dances,’ Jamiia sought to feature a wide range of musical genres, cultures, and instrumentations. The featured works in ‘Of Whispers and Dances’ allowed Jamiia to explore the oboe in a more intimate way than before and re-ignited her passion for performing.
Enchantment in
Sound
Performed: November 26, 2024
Featuring Works By:
Chen Yi
Ross Edwards
Gabriel Pierné
Ennio Morricone
Robert Schumann
Fermín Ruiz Escobés
George Gershwin
Hitomi Satō and Gō Ichinose
In Collaboration With:
Members of Iridescent Bloom:
Laurel Pung, Piano
Eric Gonzalez, Percussion
Noah Gorman, Drums
Members of The Sandwich Quartet:
Nick Regan, Clarinet
Jen Holdstock, Alto Saxophone
Lindsay Timbs, Trombone
As Well As:
Anna Pelli, Clarinet
Jerico Renfroe, Trumpet
Casey Baker, Piano
About Enchantment in Sound:
Feeling inspired by several contemporary works for the oboe, especially Grazyna Bacewicz’s Oboe Sonata, Jamiia felt compelled to perform again! ‘Enchantment In Sound’ is Jamiia’s second public recital performance and a part of her larger exploration as a musician. Jamiia Franklin was able to showcase the oboe’s unique tone in several genres and eras of music due to talents and efforts of many composers and collaborating musicians.
A Tapestry Of Sound
Performance: March 28, 2025
Featuring Works By:
Chen Yi
Grazyna Bacewicz
Carl Nielsen
Adolphe Blanc
Viet Cuong
Ian Cusson
Kazumi Totaka
Toby Fox