Thank you, Cindy. Means so much...I wonder if any of you reading this studied under Ed Cone, my beloved uncle...another teacher who greatly affected his students over the years at Princeton.

What wonderful memories and connections you continue to draw and weave from your experiences with Joel. Had to go back and listen to the entire Bernstein performance, which was certainly not a morning ill-spent. Thank you, Cindy, for continuing to share this legacy with us! Joel’s presence continues to surround and bless us.

Wonderful sentiments and a nice peak into Joel. ❤️

Cindy, I so appreciate your wisdom, along with the skill to share the depth of Joel's being and the importance of music.

Dear Cindy!! I love your letter about 3 extraordinary artists: MME Longy, Maestro Bernstein and our beloved Maestro Joel.
My solfege experience with Joel is always with me along with his presence musically and personally. I thank you for sharing
this tribute. It resonates deeply and means alot to me. Happy Holidays and all the best to you in 2024. Jeanine ❤

Cindy! I was *literally* just re-reading the NYT feature on MAESTRO, before sending it on to a couple of interested parties—so fascinating and moving to read about his enduring influence in the conducting world (and Bradley Cooper’s dedication to getting him right). How wonderful to then read your BEAUTIFUL and detailed memoir of Joel’s interactions with him, and the tendrils of wisdom and heart that connect some of humanity’s best people.

Thank you Cindy. What an amazing story! I worked with Lennie twice at Tanglewood, unforgettable. But Joel was so lucky to have great and generous teachers and he gave back tenfold! And I can't imagine him being a terror, he was just too kind. His works follow after him