Liz Austin and I went to Puerto Rico in February. What a beautiful country! Stunning beaches, mystical mountains and such very kind people. Puerto Ricans are as warm and friendly as their weather.

Among our many adventures, we loved hearing our friends in the fabulous Orquesta Sinfónica de Puerto Rico and connecting with flute and cello students at Escuela Libre de Música Ernesto Ramos, a renowned public music school in San Juan for musicians grades 6-12. Beginning at 7:30 AM, we each taught a masterclass and then played a morning concert. Like many musicians, we got our start in public school music programs and giving back is a priority.