YO-YO E. MA

30 April 1990

Professor Oskar Morawetz
59 Duncannon Drive
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M5P 2M3

Dear Oskar,

Thank you for your kind letter. I was, however, startled when seeing the date, 15 January, as my calendar indicates I will be playing with the Boston Philharmonic on 20 January. The latter date is correct I discovered after a quick call to Ben Zander. You may want to make note of this on your calendar.

It is I who should thank you for creating such beautiful music which holds special significance in its tribute to a great man. I am very pleased to hear your birthday comes at this time, making it an even greater moment.

Congratulations on receiving the JUNO award. Well deserved I'm sure. Thank you again and best wishes for your continued success.

Sincerely,

Yo-Yo Ma