poetic review

Peggy Swafford, former violist with the Oregon Symphony and forever a Finn, sent me this poetic review of Sunday night’s performance – enjoy!

My husband and I went out last night
To attend the concert not only alright
But better than best, and to my delight
Sibelius of course was the evening highlight.

Ms. Gomyo was articulate, pretty, not a rooky
In a stunning gown the color of a great chocolate cookie
She treated Prokofiev like she was chased by her bookie
But she was stunning and charming saying “At me, Lookie!

The Wagner was calm reassurance of love
That fit Cosima’s hand like a fine silken glove
The orchestra played softly like the down on a dove
I was moved by the chord progressions – heavenly from above.

Now to my favorite on the program that’s done
The 2nd Symphony has to be called #1.
It recalls of the struggles, then tells of the fun
And talks of the freedom that is eventually won.