Letter from Canadian Embassy, BeijingAugust 8, 2010Dear Paige and Adrian, I wanted to follow up with you to let you know how very impressed I was with the performance, creativity, and enthusiasm of the Brockton World Music Ensemble performance. The dedication of the teachers and the commitment of the students to the work was palpable. I loved the Steve Reich-inspired drumming, the interplay between teachers and students, and the heartfelt and age-appropriate expressions of gratitude that were conveyed in the work. It’s so important for kids to have the opportunity to express themselves creatively. You have provided that — and the confidence that naturally comes with this type of empowerment and self-expression — in abundance. It would be great to have your introduction and the text translated when you are performing in Shanghai, but I know that could be difficult on short notice. All the best for continued success and creativity! Kindest regards, Ivy Ivy Lerner-Frank 林爱微 Trade Commissioner and Manager, InfoCentre |
