K-W Symphony principal guest conductor Simon Streatfeild passes away at 90
Posted Dec 10, 2019 04:30:00 PM.
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NEWS RELEASE
KITCHENER-WATERLOO SYMPHONY
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The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony is saddened to learn of the passing of Simon Streatfeild, who was Principal Guest Conductor and Artistic Advisor of the K-W Symphony from 2004-2007.
Streatfeild's guidance during a difficult time for the organization left a lasting impression, and he had a profound impact on many KWS musicians during his tenure.
Streatfeild will be greatly missed by the music community. We extend our sincerest condolences to his family and friends at this most difficult time.
Larry Larson, KWS Principal Trumpet, commented on the passing of his friend and colleague, 'Simon Streatfeild was not just a Principal Guest Conductor and artistic advisor to the KWS, for he made a huge contribution to KWS during his time with us. After being a frequent and very popular guest conductor with us over many years, Simon was brought into the KWS family following a period of organizational turmoil.'
'Simon was universally loved by the entire orchestra and he brought us back together musically. Many of the concerts that we performed with him during that time will live with me forever – most notably a performance of Paul Hindemith’s “Mathis der Maler” in February, 2004.' said Larson in the release.
'I last spoke with him on his 90th Birthday this past October, and am very sad that was to be the last time I had to share with my friend. His legacy to music worldwide will be a lasting one, but perhaps no more so anywhere than here with his KWS family. Rest well, my friend.'
For Simon Streatfeild's full bio, please visit kwsmyphony.ca.
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