Glenda Bates Music 

My mission is to:

 

Present the oboe and English horn as versatile and expressive instruments in the context of many musical styles and genres including Contemporary Classical, Jazz, Blues, Theatrical, and Historical Performance.  

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Present concerts and works featuring double reed instruments which excite and engage audience members, performers, and communities.

 

Inspire composers to write music for double reed instruments.

 

Promote and support the study of music.

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Sing and promote music of the Great American Songbook.

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Compose and perform music that is good for the soul.

 

Write poetry and lyrics which reflect our universal consciousness.