We talked a lot about the mission, the link between the artists who come here and the students, and that this is an unbreakable link. That's what became most intriguing to me. Aspen can do what even great conservatories don't do. It can play a role for young musicians that their conservatory doesn't play. Not more important, but complementary to it.

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His stamp is on so many things about the festival. He was a great personality. I see it as a great positive, to have someone like that in the history of the organization. He was a great leader, but greatness is not intimidating. It's exciting.

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