Jack Waldenmaier's Second Violin Concerto

Composer, Dr. Jack Waldenmaier

left us peacefully at home in the wee hours of January 7th. For a month, his children and grandchildren created impromptu picnics at his bedside. Stories, good food, memories, toasts, gratitude and love filled the room culminating in the shared family joy of New Year’s Eve together. In his decline, caused by cancer, he was cared for by loved ones and was never alone. He left one unperformed score behind.

In lieu of flowers ~ Funding the Recording of Jack's 2nd Violin Concerto

If you wish to do something in Jack's honor, this Go Fund Me account will gather contributions for recording his 2nd Violin Concerto and for preserving his serious music compositions. The goal is to acquire over $55,000 for his classical legacy. We thank you sincerely for your participation and support.

There is no hyperbole in saying that Jack was loved and respected by all who knew him. His heritage is how each of his friends and relatives carry forward his sense of humor, mischievousness, musical genius, financial astuteness, friendship, passion and unmitigated enthusiasm. He was devoted to making each day count. 

He demanded excellence, precision, innovation and beauty in his music, his daily works and in his relationships. He was an inspiration and an example as a mentor, a father, a husband, a composer, a conductor, a record producer and a friend. He was, in all aspects of his days, creative and caring.

Jack is survived by his wife, Heather Lynn Carlile Waldenmaier and his three children: Jacob Louis Waldenmaier, his wife, Lara Ursula Waldenmaier and their two children, Suzanna and Joshua. David Erik Waldenmaier, his wife Crystal Chapman Waldenmaier and their son, Rocky. Jennifer Lauren Waldenmaier Harper, her husband, Ethan Harper, his son, Donovan and their son, Paxton. 

The family home, Principessa, is in Plano, Texas. As Jack and Heathers’ mutual wish, it will continue to host events which bring family and friends together for conversation, food and fun.

About Jack’s Career

Dr. Jack Waldenmaier was a composer of serious music...classical music. But, he had to make a choice to write in the commercial music world.

His commercial work was a dual career in both music composition and music production. His more than 800 commercial works, which include music of nearly every genre, are heard on broadcasts throughout the world and are distributed through MusicBakery.com where he served as President and Executive Producer.

Jack’s real music was concert music for classical musicians and orchestras. We are devoted to keeping the archives of his compositions both in print and in digital scores.  JackWaldenmaier.com holds some of the recordings as well as a catalog of his professional works. He scored his favorite works for full orchestra.

Major Works:

Night Vision – Concerto for Flute and Orchestra

An Infinity of Summers – for Orchestra

Double Piano Concerto – for Two Pianos and Orchestra. Mov. 1 only

Flying Nightmare – Concerto for String Quartet and Orchestra

Violin Concerto – 1st Concerto for Violin and Orchestra

Second Violin Concerto - for Violin and Orchestra 

Clin d’Oeil – for Soprano and Orchestra

Capriccio – for Piano, Winds and Percussion

Chamber Ballet – for Chamber Orchestra

Dissertation D.M.A. University of Cincinnati 1981

Formerly a Professor of Music Composition and Theory at SMU, and four-year President of Dallas’ modern music ensemble, Voices of Change, Jack Waldenmaier devoted most of his time to composing, publishing and consulting.

Jack’s other web properties:    

Music Theory Minute is a source of unparalleled lessons to guarantee that students learn music theory. Jack's daughter, Jennifer Waldenmaier Harper, asked for his help when she was studying at UNT. As a result, all of her classmates benefitted. Now, music students around the world will continue to learn through his knowledge and enthusiasm for music theory.

Jingle Image stores the comprehensive variety of jingles and radio commercials which Jack wrote and produced.