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Doublereed Archive - Posting 000039.txt from 2007/09

From: Jackie Kovach <jl.kovach@-----.net>
Subj: Re: [DR-L] Pavarotti-superhuman
Date: Sat, 08 Sep 2007 09:41:12 -0400


On Sep 8, 2007, at 9:31 AM, morbassoon@-----.com wrote:

>
> I experienced some of the most memorable moments of my life while
> in his presence, either in the orchestra behind him or down in the
> pit. The shock wave of the sound of the audience's immediate
> response gave one a thump like you'd feel from a bass drum, or felt
> like a wave overtaking you at the ocean's edge. It resonated your
> whole body, as he stood there, arms outstretched, embracing HIS
> people.

Wonderfully phrased, Frank! Double entendre intended.

Jackie

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Jacqueline Kovach, oboe
Temple University Music Prep faculty
Community College of Philadelphia, adjunct faculty
http://geocities.com/briankovach19126

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