Roger Bourland
writes about music and life

Dear Mel,
Here is the first draft of the accompaniment to the finale of Act 1. Since you’ve had such trouble fetching this in the various hotels you’re staying at, this seemed like a good solution. I think it’s got great momentum. It’s like an international string band! Let me know what you think,
Roger
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Composer Steven Mackey was UCLA’s visiting composer yesterday. He gave a 2-hour talk about his music and life. He played a fantastic work for 4 electric guitars, 5 singers and large orchestra called “Dreamhouse.” He stopped between movements and answered questions from students and faculty with great style.
Later, Paul, Mitchell, Susan, David and I went […]