Dear Maestro, The academy will never be the same without you, your big personality and bigger voice I still hear ringing around that wonderful building you taught in for 30 plus years. You were always more than a teacher but a family friend. You supported all my endeavours and I trusted your guidance implicitly. I don’t think we’ve ever had a lesson where we haven’t made each other laugh and that's what I'll miss the most. Sending my heartfelt condolences to your family and friends during this difficult time. I hope I do you proud.