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A Tribute to Music Director Luis Haza

Sitting under the watchful eye of Maestro Haza as he peered down at the first violin section, I remember feeling an incling of terror. I hadn't practiced my part and didn't know the bowings. He knew right away,

He and his fellow NSO violinist, Mr. Haas, who was my teacher (yes, their names are quite similar) always challenged me and never accepted unprofessional playing. They didn't just teach me how to play the violin, they taught me how to be a violinist and a musician. The hours of frustration, trying hear and hit the hardest of notes, has left nothing but positive memories. They sewed in me a passion for music that will remain forever.