Fan Letters


A sampling of emails, notes, and good old-fashioned letters!


January 3, 2012

"Please pass this message on to Ben because I felt that he and the orchestra were at an artistic high, at least that is my critical opinion. And please let Robin Sharp know that for me the Beethoven never sounded better, and i go back with it to Joseph Szigeti. Congratulations for the concert and best wishes to all for the New Year. You guys got us off to a great start!"

—B.M., Berkeley

December 4, 2011

"Thank you very much for giving my children their first concert experience today. [We] thoroughly enjoyed your Holiday Show and were completely fascinated by the string orchestra; Conductor Simon’s engaging explanations; and the acrobatic interpretations by Circus Bella. My wife and I were very impressed by the high quality of the entire presentation, which enchanted my kids and the entire audience throughout the performance. We greatly appreciate your exemplary service to improving community wellness.

"As my wife and I looked around the diverse audience that completely filled the auditorium, we marveled that this was likely the first musical concert experience for many of the young children to enjoy with their parents. We appreciate that the musical concert was highly enrichening and inspiring for children, and that the free-admission weekend performance is a tremendous opportunity for parents to connect with their children. Efforts like yours change and inspire our communities. Thanks again for providing such a wonderful holiday experience for our family!"

—C.C., San Francisco

September 27, 2011

"What a stunning and talented young woman captured my heart last night. I have never really felt the passion in Bach's piano music until last night. What a wonderment! And she has a touch of Mozart's spirit at the tips of her fingers as well. I can't wait to hear more. I'm sure this will be just the beginning of my attention to Hilda's career. And what would we all do without Ben? He brings music to our lives the way it was meant to be enjoyed."

—T.C., Berkeley