2005 INTERNATIONAL TRUMPET GUILD® CONFERENCE
GRAND HOTEL BANGKOK, BANGKOK, THAILAND
TUESDAY – FRIDAY, JUNE 21 – 24, 2005

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Thursday, June 23
8:00 A.M. - ITG SOLO COMPETITION FINALS
Accompanist, Rebecca Wilt
Grand Hotel Vimarnkeaw Room

From first note to last, this competition did not disappoint! With four very talented participants, it was quite apparent that there were no weakest links on this year’s stage.

Huw Morgan

The competition opened with John Kennedy introducing the preliminary judges: Steve Leisring (University of Kansas, USA), Will Streider (Texas Tech University, USA), Karen Gustafson (University of Alaska-Fairbanks, USA), and Doug Wilson (Leesburg, VA, USA). He then introduced the Finals Judges: David Hickman, (Arizona State University, USA), Laurence Gargan (Principal Trumpet, Singapore Symphony Orchestra), and Edward Tarr (trumpet soloist and historian). All of the competition finalists were required to perform the Enescu: Legend, and a piece of their choosing.

Kevin Maloney

First up was Tapio Paavilainen (Sibelius Academy, Finland, teacher- Pasi Pirinen). After performing the Enescu, he continued with a graceful rendition of the Telemann: Concerto in D for piccolo trumpet, in which he displayed his crystal clear tone in the high register along with a light and playful approach. Tim Wootton (Southwest Missouri State University, teacher- Grant Peters) then took the stage and performed the Kennan Sonata with great confidence. In a bold and commanding performance of Incantation by Desenclos, Kevin Maloney (Boston University, USA, teacher- Terry Everson) showcased his technical abilities throughout complicated passages that required skillful transitions between the high and low register. His energy and flare could be felt by all in this intricate and fascinating piece. The competition wrapped up with a spirited reading of Bozza’s Rustiques by finalist Huw Morgan (Chethams School of Music, UK, teacher- John Dickenson).

Tim Wootton

With a powerful sound that filled the room, he executed phrases with great fluidity and style.

All four musicians proved that it was no accident as to why they were finalists. Their musicality and command of the instrument was witnessed by all and in a highly competitive (early morning) environment, each stepped up to the challenge in highly professional, musically satisfying manner. Congratulations to all of the finalists!

Preliminary Judges
Steve Leisring, University of Kansas, USA
Will Streider, Texas Tech University, USA
Karen Gustafson, University of Alaska-Fairbanks, USA
Doug Wilson, Leesburg, VA, USA

Finals Judges (from left)
Laurence Gargan, Principal Trumpet, Singapore Symphony Orchestra
Edward Tarr, trumpet soloist and historian
David Hickman, Arizona State University, USA

Finalists
Kevin Maloney, Boston University, USA, Teacher – Terry Everson
Huw Morgan, Chethams School of Music, UK, Teacher – John Dickenson
Tapio Paavilainen, Sibelius Academy, Finland, Teacher – Pasi Pirinen
Tim Wootton, Southwest Missouri State University, Teacher – Grant Peters

Repertoire
Enesco: Legend (required for all)

Desenclos: Incantation, Theme and Dance (Kevin Maloney)
Bozza: Rustiques (Huw Morgan)
Telemann: Concerto in D (Tapio Paavilainen)
Kennan: Sonata (Tim Wootton)

Tapio Paavilainen