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Dear Sandra,
Tremendous kudos to you for an outstanding evening of excellent music,
really fine performances, invigorating selections of pieces, stunning
vocalists, a wonderfully well-researched and informative program, and
exuberant close-out jazz finale by the younger OPC talent. We had a
very good crowd, and they were treated to a really fine concert. The
strength of your personality, musicianship, and overwhelming commitment
to what OPC has and can contribute to the community, literally made this
concert happen - you pulled, pushed, cajoled, supported, and ultimately
wove together a beautiful, professional-sounding performance from
disparate pieces, moments, and musicians. Quite an accomplishment!!
Everyone, as they were leaving, not only left
donations, but compliments in praise of the concert: "I loved it!" was
one I heard most, from people of all ages and backgrounds. Almost
everyone wanted more information about OPC and its programs. An
orchestra member raved about how much she valued the learning experience
she had, being introduced to music by these little-heard composers, and
having the opportunity to perform their works. People seemed to want
to hang around and talk with one another and the performing artists -
perhaps next time we can have a modest reception afterwards to encourage
connections among us all.
Thank you for this evening, and the personal effort and dedication you invested on behalf of OPC and us all.
P.S.
Sandra, please pass on to your fine orchestra how well received they
were. I think they could tell from the audience response.
And thank them for their time and talent in creating music we all loved
hearing. Tell them we hope to hear the OPC Symphony Orchestra again
soon!!
Patricia Durham
OPCMusic Community Advocate/Volunteer |
