“I cannot conceive of music that expresses absolutely nothing .”

-- Bela Bartok --

“Music is for every single person that walks the planet.”

-- Robert Plant --

“All music is beautiful.”

-- Billy Strayhorn --

“Music can change the world because it can change people.”

-- Bono --

“It’s never too late to do anything new when it comes to music.”

-- Sivamani --

UPCOMING APPEARANCES

Sunday, November 1, 2026

I'll be in the audience (and speaking) at this concert.  (See "Upcoming Performances" for more information)

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Halloween By Candlelight


Part of the Candlelight Series with the Syracuse Orchestra, principal cellist Heidi Hoffmann is the soloist for this performance of "Soul Dance" for cello and strings


Inspiration Hall

709 James Street

Syracuse, NY

Sunday, November 1, 2026 2:00 pm

"A Musical Journey Across the Centuries"


**World Premiere**
This concert features the world premiere of "Ruby"
Commissioned by and dedicated to the
Auburn Symphony Orchestra


The Rev / Merry-Go-Round Playhouse

6877 E. Lake Road

Auburn, NY