Senior Recital of John Andrew Blumer, saxophone

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The Florida State University
College of Music

presents

Senior Recital of John Blumer, Saxophone

Monday, April 27, 2026

4:00 PM

Dohnányi Recital Hall

PROGRAM

Breaking (2011), Fitz Rogers, John (b. 1963)

I. break open
II. break with
III. break in
V. break off
VII. break up
VIII. break free
IX. break through
X. break away

Concerto pour Saxophone Alto et Orchestre (1949), Tomasi, Henri (1901-1971)

I. Andante et Allegro
II. Finale – Giration

Intermission

Escape (2016), Marc Mellits (b. 1966)

I. Enter
II. Swerve
III. Cortex
IV. Escape
V. Antique
VI. Pendulum
VII. Exit

Ian Guarraia, marimba

walking on the ceiling (2014), Biedenbender, David (b. 1984)

I. heavy
II. floating, breathing
III. stumble: run

To Ensure An Enjoyable Concert Experience For All

Please refrain from talking, entering, or exiting during performances. Food and drink are prohibited in all concert halls. Recording or broadcasting of the concert by any means, including the use of digital cameras, cell phones, or other devices is expressly forbidden. Please deactivate all portable electronic devices including watches, cell phones, pagers, hand-held gaming devices or other electronic equipment that may distract the audience or performers.

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