Milan Kaderavek

To my wonderment, I opened my email account this morning to find the announcement of the anniversary of Milan's passing, because, very early in the same morning, I had had a very "big" dream of him, where we talked at length on life themes and I even played the clarinet for him!

Dr. Kaderavek was one of the great inspirations in my life as a composer. Every time one of my works is performed I think of you and realize what an impact you had on my life. I will forever be in your debt, and will always cherish the memory of classes with you!

Next to my own father, Milan Kaderavek was the most important man in my life; I owe more to his personal and musical example than I could ever say.

Integrity personified!
He was a great role model, and wonderful man.

I am so proud and blessed to have had Milan as my friend and father-in-law. He lived a life of creative and intellectual pursuit till the end. He was a true gentleman in the every sense of the word-thoughtful, inquisitive, gracious and charming. He was so loving and attentive to his wife Eileen, as she was to him. My wife Karen could always count on her dad to be there for her. We will all miss him so.

Milan Kaderavek was a major influence in my life and set a high standard for himself and for his students. I am grateful for having the chance of studying with him.

I did not know Dr. Kaderavek, but have heard of his musical talents and adventures from Brian. A wonderful life reflected in his lovely family. God Bless.

Dr. Kaderavek was one of the great minds in the world. I learned so much from him and he made me a better thinker, musician and student. I am honored to call myself one of his students.

Now that I have been teaching for almost 20 yrs, I have seen how important composition can be to teaching young people meaning beyond notes. I am no composer, but I truly appreciate my students who are, through surviving this mans classes.....rest in peace Dr. Kaderavek