"When I was a student longing to learn the craft of conducting in Los Angeles, opportunities were scarce. I want to change that. Our first Assistant, Ukki Sachedina, achieved remarkable success, and now, we eagerly anticipate welcoming a new student for the 2024-2025 season."
Only 19 years old, Sachedina has a remarkable track record ... "My journey in conducting began when..."
The second pianist was Ukki Sachedina, playing Felix Mendelssohn’s Prelude and Fugue in E minor op 35. no 1 – as Mendelssohn’s Preludes and Fugues are allowed in Category 3 in combination with Bach’s own. Mr. Sachedina gave this Prelude great thoroughness and dedication, with minimal fuss and all of the emotion concentrated in the sound. The Fugue lived up to all expectations set by the Prelude, with clarity, excellent control of dynamics, and attention to each detail of counterpoint. The entrance of Mendelssohn’s own E major Chorale theme was truly noble, as was the hallowed quiet ending.