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It is with great sadness that I came across the announcement of Mr. Ackerman's passing. I was a member of his orchestra(s) at New Trier 1969-1970 and it was truly one of the most important musical experiences of my life. While mostly a pianist, I played violin and (at Mr. Ackerman's suggestion) viola during my years at New Trier. We did such extraordinary music! Selections from Carmina Burana, Beethoven, Mozart and Sibelius symphonies: looking back it seems impossible now. We did Beethoven 5...
August 15, 2013