Adding a Positive Note

Regarding the Oct. 29 article about the Ventura County Symphony, it seems that many negative statements were printed, but the reporter failed to pick up my positive statement that I have had 25 very good, rewarding years with the Ventura County Symphony.

Since its inception in 1962, I have nurtured this organization, working with it and for it in a very positive way, not only as a playing musician, but as an orchestra representative, a board member, and as musical personnel contractor. At one time, I even postponed emergency surgery in order not to miss playing the Beethoven Ninth with the orchestra!

Music brings joy to the soul, and I have had much personal joy from my happy association with the Symphony. These were very fulfilling, rewarding years, and I wish nothing but the best for this fine organization, which I helped to build.

LaVONNE THERIAULT

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