The official photo (above) of the finalist line-up reveals just how dramatically MSM dominated this year’s Caruso Competition, which is considered one of the most prestigious titles in jazz performance. This year’s finalists from right to left are:
In addition to MSM representation in this grouping of finalists, many semi-finalists in the competition were also MSM alumni. The competition was held at the University of North Texas on October 25. Finalists competed for prize money, including $10,000 for first prize and $5,000 for second prize.
MSM alumnus and competition finalist Stéphane Clémente in rehearsal at the event
The three MSM alumni finalists studied at MSM with Nadje Noordhuis, Scott Wendholt, and Jon Faddis. Current student Carter Eng studies at MSM with Ingrid Jensen, who performed and held a master class at the competition.
MSM alumnus Geoff Gallante, competition finalist
The finalists were chosen through a blind audition process by a three-person panel that included Billy Buss and two past Caruso winners, Marquis Hill and Benny Benack III (BM ’13, MM ’15). The competition’s namesake, musician and teacher Carmine Caruso, was considered one of the world’s greatest brass instructors.
This year’s esteemed jury included:
More information on the competition can be found here.
MSM student and finalist Carter Eng in rehearsal before the competition
MSM faculty member Ingrid Jensen gives a trumpet master class at the competition.
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