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Jamie Vitacco

Musician · Performer · Focused on expressive, precise interpretation.

Profile

A concise artistic overview.

Clarinetist · Versatile repertoire

Narrative-driven playing with a mature sense of direction.

I am a clarinetist with a broad artistic scope, working across a wide range of styles and repertoires. My playing is often described as mature and narrative-driven, with a strong focus on musical direction and long-form storytelling.

Rather than approaching works as isolated moments, I aim to shape performances as coherent journeys, where structure, colour, and character evolve naturally over time.

Sound colour Phrasing Structure Storytelling

Repertoire

  • Jean Françaix — Clarinet Concerto
    Clarinet & Orchestra · 1967–1968
  • Carl Maria von Weber — Clarinet Concerto No. 1 in F minor, Op. 73 (J. 114)
    Clarinet & Orchestra · 1811
  • Jörg Widmann — Fantasie
    Solo Clarinet · 1993
  • Johannes Brahms — Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F minor, Op. 120 No. 1
    Clarinet & Piano · 1894

Approach

How I shape interpretation, sound, and direction.

Narrative direction

Long-form shaping, clear arrival points, and a sense of journey.

Sound colour

Register, resonance, and timbre used as character — not decoration.

Breath-led phrasing

Phrasing built like musical speech: natural, precise, and intentional.

Clarity + flexibility

Rhythmic precision stays grounded while timing remains expressive.

Articulation with meaning

Every gesture chosen for function, style, and emotional weight.

Collaborative listening

Balance, blend, and shared responsibility in duo and ensemble work.

Vita

A concise overview in four sections.

Education

  • Royal College of Music, London
    Since 2025 · Bachelor · Clarinet · Teachers: Tim Lines, Peter Sparks
  • Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – Music (HSLU)
    2023-2025 · Clarinet · Teacher: Roger Pickup
  • Pre-College — Musikschule Konservatorium Zürich (MKZ)
    2022–2023 · Clarinet · Teacher: Michael Reid (2019–2023)

Contact

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