The Firebird Chamber Orchestra, directed by Patrick Dupré Quigley, presented my “Folk Dances for String Orchestra” and we got the following review, which says, among other nice things, that “this splendidly crafted work is a tour de force for string ensembles and the thirteen Firebird players were in peak form.”

It’s been a thrill to hear these fantastic musicians play this piece, and Patrick’s direction has been tremendous. A very impressive program, with an enthusiastic, receptive audience. What a pleasure it is to be down here!