In this special double-feature episode of Journeys: A MACSA Podcast, we welcome back Clarisa De la Garza, composer, clarinetist, and educator—joined by Dr. Nicholas Councilor, Assistant Professor of Practice, Clarinet, and Music at UTSA and a celebrated performer and clarinet pedagogue. 🎶 Clarisa returns to discuss her newest compositions: ✨ Rhapsody No. 1 "Impressions" (solo with electronics) ✨ For Isa Both works are now available at 👉 cdelagarzamusic.com 📖 Rhapsody No. 1 "Impressions" is a deeply emotional and genre-blending piece based on the seven stages of grief, inspired by progressive rock and metal. This new version—with electronic accompaniment—reflects her original soundscape vision. 🛒 Sheet Music:https://cdelagarzamusic.com/sheet-mus... 🎧 Audio Downloads:https://cdelagarzamusic.com/audio-dow... 🎼 Dr. Nicholas Councilor discusses his multifaceted career as a performer and educator and the upcoming ClarinetFest. 🎉 Support the UTSA Clarinet Choir! They’ve been invited to perform a WORLD PREMIERE by Clarisa De la Garza at ClarinetFest 2025 in Fort Worth! 🧡 Help them get there:https://fund.utsa.edu/campaigns/utsa-... 📌 Topics in this Episode: 🎵 New music and storytelling through composition 🎓 Teaching and building clarinet communities 🌎 International performance opportunities 🎤 Artist journeys, creative vision, and legacy ✨ Start your musical journey today with MACSA! Visit: www.macsainc.com 📲 Follow us on Social Media Instagram: @macsainc Facebook: @macsainc YouTube:‪@MACSAinc‬