Dear Miss Hewitt,
You were absolutely breathtaking tonight in your performance of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 1 with the DSO! There was a tangible electricity between performer and audience that I've not ever seen and I could sense the oncoming outburst at the end of the first movement! You quite simply captivated us all with your elegance, grace, charm, beauty and divine playing. I found myself taking several of those deep breaths one takes when trying to hold on to the moment. One such that I remember dearly came in the chords 9 bars before the glissando....quite simply....perfection!
I nearly fell over when entering Orchestra Hall finding that you would be signing after the performance! I have adored your playing for so long and looked forward to tonight with such anticipation and meeting you was truly an honor! I had so much that I wanted to say but must admit that I became rather tongue tied in the presence of greatness. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the time you take for your fans. It means the world to the many that follow your career.
I am already looking forward to seeing you again in Grand Rapids in April for both your masterclass and performance at Calvin College. It will be truly exciting to see you working with students and hear your thoughts on playing not to mention the chance to hear you perform once again!
Thank you once again so very much for such an inspired performance tonight, the wonderful autograph and for
remembering my name!
May the sun shine on your world and with it health and happiness!
Kenny