Conductor Keith Clark, the Troubled Pacific Symphony and Their Angry Fans

I’ve heard and read enough concerning the ineptitude of Keith Clark as conductor of the Pacific Symphony.

As a former board member and a damned hard-working fund-raiser for the symphony because I believed and believe in Keith Clark’s musical virtuosity, I would be remiss were I not to express my utter disgust at the way Keith is being treated by certain members of our community.

With respect to the Pacific Symphony’s existing board, I frankly question its qualifications and ability to critique any music. I truly wonder how many of the present board members are even capable of distinguishing an A-flat from a Big Mac.

I will forever be grateful to Keith for his great musical contributions to our community. Without his tireless endeavors in the face of insurmountable obstacles, there would be no Pacific Symphony.

WARREN JOHNSON

Newport Beach