I wanted to just make a short post about some, please note not ALL, of the women that have had a major impact on my life.

Mother

First oboe teacher, Amanda Thompson

First orchestra conductor, Dr Carol Nies

Music history teacher, Dr Elizabeth Seitz

Musical genius and inspiration, Diana Doherty

and of course

Good friends, Christine Augspurger and Chia-Li Ho

I just want to say Thank you and let you know that I appreciate everything you have done.