Blue Lake’s founder and president emeritus, Fritz Stansell, has passed away at the age of 92. Fritz Stansell was also one of the original founders of the Falcone Festival and had an incredible impact on the music world. We are deeply saddened to learn of his passing. Our most sincere condolences to the Stansell family and BLFAC community during these difficult times. He leaves a legacy that will forever inspire our mission and vision. Thank you, Mr. Stansell. Ars longa, vita brevis. Results from the 2014 Falcone Festival
Euphonium Artist Division
1st place - Christopher Leslie, teachers David Zerkel, Daniel Perantoni, David Werden, Hiram Diaz; University of Georgia
2nd place - Ryan Chen, teachers Fritz Kaenzig, Dr. Gail Robertson; University of Michigan
3rd place - Vince Kenney, teachers Dr. Brian Bowman, Mark Moore; Ed Risinger; University of North Texas
Tuba Artist Division
1st place - Lee Jarzembak, teachers Carol Jantsch, Paul Krzywicki; Curtis Institute (PA)
2nd place - Maxwell Briggs, teachers Rex Martin, Ed Risinger; Northwestern University
3rd place - Phillip Bloomer, teacher Fritz Kaenzig, David Zerkel, Mark Moore; University of Michigan
Euphonium Student Division
1st place - Michael Stone, teacher Jason Harvey; The Woodlands (TX) High School
2nd place - Ada Brooks, teachers Thomas Riccobono, Frank Talley; Interlochen Arts Academy
3rd place - Jack Lorens, teacher Dr. David Loucky; Middle Tennessee State University
Tuba Student Division
1st place - Joe LeFevre, teachers Phil Sinder, Dr. Deanna Swoboda, Bob Whaley, Dr. Jacob Cameron; Michigan State University
2nd place - John Paul Powers, teachers R. Winston Morris, Dr. Sean Greene; Tennessee Tech University
3rd place - Keith Alcius, teacher Ken Heinlein; Baldwin Wallace University (OH)
