Editor:
At the conclusion of the final symphony concert of the 2024-25 season, Carol Jacobson performed a simple but profound gesture (“The Conductor,” July 17). She had just conducted a marvelous rendition of Beethoven’s 7th symphony and she returned now to the podium to face a rousing standing ovation. But before acknowledging the audience or the members of the orchestra, and before accepting the bouquet being offered her, Carol bowed her head and placed a kiss on Beethoven’s score. Here, she seemed to be saying, is what we — all of us together — are really celebrating: Beethoven’s incredible music. Thus, she demonstrated once again that she is indeed a masterful musician.
Doug Ingold, Arcata
Editor:
I was glad to see an article on Carol Jacobson and the Eureka Symphony in last week’s Journal. Collin Yeo did a fine job on it and I hope we might see a trend in the NCJ acknowledging the work of classical music presenters. The Journal has typically over the years shown a strong bias in favor of pop and ethnic music. Perhaps now it can give a more balanced view of the arts scene with articles like this.
Franklin Stover, Eureka
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