JOHN MCLAUGHLIN WILLIAMS CONDUCTOR, VIOLINIST

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To Whom It May Concern:

It is my pleasure to write a letter of recommendation for the concert pianist Maria-Lida Karapenou. Although I have known her for a little more than one year, I have had the opportunity to work closely with her and to observe her dynamic pianism and complete commitment to artistic expression in every performance. At every point in our collaboration, she surprised and exceeded expectations, and her personal modesty and charm in approaching music led to one of the most rewarding collaborations I’ve ever had. Maria-Lida is seeking opportunities for solo recitals, chamber music performance, and solos with orchestras. I have already hired her to appear with my orchestra as soloist and I guarantee that she will be a most welcome rewarding presence on your stage. In working with her, I was struck by her deep preparation and attention to detail, showing great rhythmic acuity and complete technical command. She shows a fine ability to listen, adjusting to the ebb and flow however it may vary from what had been rehearsed. Maria-Lida also has a strong and unusual pianistic style that harkens back to the Golden Age of virtuosos, a way of cradling a melody and varying the background in a most beguiling manner that gives her playing a great deal of originality in affect. Maria is also comfortable making recordings, her having finished two programs of Chopin and Greek composers that are ready for release. I expect her to continue in this vein and to produce recordings of the great concertos that will become memorable. Again, I heartily recommend Maria-Lida Karapenou to you for any musical activity that may be planned. She is a stellar artist who will lend depth, excitement, and beauty to your presentations.

Sincerely,

John McLaughlin Williams

BABIS A. KANAS COMPOSER – MUSIC PROFESSOR

D. REDIADI 1 18539 PIRAEUS GREECE

TEL./FAX 22920 41926 - 6932 769 981

e-mail bkanas52@otenet.gr

Athens, 14 Sept. 2021

To whom it may concern

Knowing Maria - Lida Karapanou from a young age as my student and later colleague I am able to state how she has a special artistic temperament and sensitivity combined with excellent technical training, discipline and responsibility. I am sure that she will bring to an end with success whatever she undertakes and it that she worth to receive the trust of the one who is going to work with her.

Babis Kanas.–