The Valley Record

Dr. Jeff Lovell and Dr. Justin Morell were privileged to host LVC alumni Thomas Strohman, John Copenhaver, Bill Perbetsky, Wayne Fox, Bob Meashey, Steve Kollinok, Mike Eben, John "Buzz" Jones, and Jim Kain to reminisce about their experiences leading the student-run LVC Jazz Band in the 1960s and 70s. The stories are terrific! So much fun that we had to break this conversation into two episodes. Enjoy a glimpse at our history you probably didn't know much about.

Our show is produced by students and faculty; theme music is from Justin Morell. Find out the latest news and events on Facebook. Learn more about LVC Jazz at https://www.valleyjazzorchestra.com/.

And now for the second half of our visit with Dr. Mecham, former chair of the department of music. What? You missed part 1? Well, go listen to that first. Our show is produced by faculty and students; theme music is from Justin Morell. Find out the latest news and events on Facebook.

We're so very pleased to welcome today's guest, our great friend Dr. Mark Mecham. Dr. Mecham was chair of the music department for, well, a long time. He became a fan-favorite with faculty, students, and the surrounding community through his kindness, beautiful choral concerts, and visionary leadership. It was so good to sit down and catch up, reminiscing about the good old days. In fact, it was so good we just kept on going, so we're breaking this conversation up into two episodes!

Our show is produced by faculty and students; theme music is from Justin Morell. Find out the latest news and events on Facebook.

Today's guest is Michelle Barraclough, adjunct professor of flute. She shares her story of becoming a musician in a family that was unsure about that career path. Turns out it was, so tune in for a dive into the world of flutes, piccolos, and making great music.

Follow Prof. Barraclough at www.michelle8va.weebly.com.

Our show is produced by faculty and students; theme music is from Justin Morell. Find out the latest news and events on Facebook.

We're sitting down today with Dr. Matt Keown, percussionist extraordinaire, to hear about his busy life as a professional musician, teacher...and avid snowboarder! Along the way we'll catch some life lessons and advice for young musicians looking to make their way beyond school.

• www.mattkeownpercussion.com
• Icarus Quartet's new album Big Things

Our show is produced by faculty and students; theme music is from Justin Morell. Find out the latest news and events on Facebook.

For our pilot episode we sit down with Dr. Justin Morell, professor of theory, jazz, and composition at LVC. In addition to being a world-class jazz guitarist and composer, Justin has a pretty fascinating background that you'd never, ever know from his modest demeanor. What's the big deal? Well, listen and find out!

• All Without Words: Variations Inspired by Loren (feat. Justin Morell), John Daversa
• Subjects and Complements, Justin Morell Dectet
• Justin Morell Concerto for Guitar and Jazz Orchestra (feat. Adam Rogers), Frost Concert Jazz Band
• Exit Music for Intelligent Life on Earth, Justin Morell
• Illusion (feat. Tom Peterson, Joel DiBartolo & Alan Estes), The John Morell Quartet

Our show is produced by faculty and students; theme music is from Justin Morell. Find out the latest news and events on Facebook.