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Beautifully stated, Laurie and Bill. It's not just about money; it's about respect and maintaining high standards. Mr. Zukerman is rather busy, but he takes the time to do things well. I wish others would. Do you find players groaning at non-standard pieces? Is Zukerman just coming to the last rehearsal?

It's worth the extra preparation. Good show means good party afterward.

I find that people who groan, groan. People who love music do not groan so much if they are given an opportunity to play something to a high standard, be it standard or new. I did groan one time in the Omaha Symphony at a new piece when we were asked to bring our favorite rocks and click them together for part of the music. It seemed gimmicky, but at least one of my fellow orch members dutifully brought in his favorite garden rock.

I imagine the orch will rehearse Mozart whether PZ is there or not the first night!

I very interesting blog, that I have just stumbled across being entirely new to the vioin world. I was especially impressed by the article about the teacher who owns the Amati. Having just seen some in Cremona (and been amazed at how little the Italians market their treasures) I was amazed to hear of one in such generous use. Anyway, I shall now visit the blog regularly.