When the pandemic came on the scene in the spring of 2020, practically every aspect about the way we live changed. Performing arts organizations were severely impacted, most cancelled all upcoming performances, putting them under great financial strain. It was the first time in my career that I didn't have performances booked, which was equally terrifying from a financial standpoint, but also deeply disheartening. Making music is at the heart of my identity and one of the biggest inspirations in my life.
Now, after almost 18 months, things are finally starting to turn around for the performance industry. Concert halls are opening their doors and orchestras are performing for live audiences again.At the end of September, I joined my colleagues with the Omaha Symphony at the Holland Performing Arts Center once again. Under the direction of our new Music Director Ankush Kumar Bahl, the orchestra returned "in full force" with "every seat [filled] with 70 musicians on stage" according to WOWT Channel 6 news of Omaha. I was thrilled to see the symphony highlighted in local news and tickled to see myself rehearsing in the news clip!
Click on the picture below to spot me in the news!
