"We invite you to join us for our Inaugural Concert. The evening will bring together some of the finest artists New York has to offer, performing works by Scarlatti, Grieg, Nadia Boulanger, and works of my own.

 

We envision a concert where audiences and musicians share the same musical space—where there is a sense of communication before, during, and after the performance. Above all, we want the experience to be defined by an appreciation for the sound, expression, and feeling that beautiful music can evoke in all of us.

 

We also hope that the Society will create a place where music being written today can be appreciated on the same plane as the great works of the past. In our view, worthy music should not require lengthy program notes in order to be understood. We simply listen, and we should feel something, without needing an explanation. If the music doesn’t move you, it should not be in our program.

 

Please enjoy."