Welcome to janastarling.com
Dr. Jana Starling is an accomplished clarinetist originally from Brandon, Manitoba, Canada who has recently joined the music faculty at the Herberger College of the Arts at Arizona State University, in Tempe AZ. Please browse through this website to learn more about Jana's performances, teaching, and recordings.
New Works Commissioned
Jana and clarinetist Robert Spring have commissioned new works for two clarinets from two renowned American composers: Roshanne Etezady and Eric Mandat. The two pieces will be premiered in Kansas City on July 4, 2008 at the International Clarinet Convention.
Upcoming Performances
Friday July 4, 2008 at 11:30am
Spencer Theatre, University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music
Jana will perform a duo recital with clarinetist Robert Spring at the International Clarinet Convention.
Wednesday July 9, 2008 from 9:30am-12:00
Ostend, Belgium
Jana will give a lecture recital at the Belgian Clarinet Academy.
Sunday September 21, 2008 at 2:30pm
Katzin Concert Hall, Arizona State University School of Music
Jana will perform a faculty recital with accompanist Gail Novak and guests Robert Spring and Elizabeth Buck (flute).
November 14 & 16, 2008
Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix AZ
Jana will play principal clarinet for the Phoenix Metropolitan Opera production of Puccini's "Tosca".
January 30 & February 1, 2009
Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix AZ
Jana will play principal clarinet for the Phoenix Metropolitan Opera production of Verdi's "Aïda".
News
Jana Invited Performer at 2008 ICA Conference: Jana will be heading to Kansas City in July to attend Clarinetfest 2008, where she will perform the world premiere of a work by Eric Mandat for two clarinets. The duo will feature ASU professor and clarinetist Robert Spring.
INFLEXION Nominated for EMCA: Jana's debut CD was nominated for a 2007 East Coast Music Award in the Classical Recording of the Year category.
Jana at Clarinetfest 2007: Jana was selected as one of the performers at Clarinetfest 2007, the International Clarinet Association annual conference. This event draws artists from around the world and was held in Vancouver July 4 to 8, 2007.
New CD: Jana's debut recording "INFLEXION" is now available for purchase through PayPal. Recorded in Phoenix, AZ in 2005, this new CD demonstrates Jana's beautiful sound and mastery of the clarinet with a varied selection of works from different eras and composers. Please visit the Recording page for more information.