The world premiere performance of a new work by Nazareth Music Department faculty Dr. Octavio Vazquez will occur at the New York State Music Teachers Association's Conference 2016, taking place at Nazareth on Saturday, October 8. The performance of hisThree Departures for alto saxophone and piano will take place at 1:30 pm in the Gerald Wilmot Recital Hall. Saxophonist Dr. Chisato Eda Marling and pianist Dr. Sarah Rhee-Tirre will be featured. This work was commissioned by NYSMTA in conjunction with the Music Teachers National Association as part of the national Commissioned Composers program. Dr. Vazquez will speak about the gestation of his new work and take questions after the performance.
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