“[The Lyric] is a rising star in the music world, brimming with talent, extraordinary music making, and innovative education programs. I encourage anyone who loves and cares about music to support and help you.”
Jean-Pierre Rampal (Principal Flute, Paris Opera)
“The Lyric Chamber Music Society offered an absorbing evening of vocal and piano rarities ... which featured finely expressive singing by Ying Huang.”
Alex Ross, THE NEW YORKER
“[The Lyric is] a wonderful new addition to the musical life of our time. . . . You are filling our need for an organization that effectively brings the great chamber music literature to the public’s attention and speaks out on behalf of music education for our young people.”
Zubin Mehta (Conductor, New York Philharmonic, 1978-1991)
“The Lyric reminds us of the unique reward of well-chosen music played in an intimate environment by skilled musicians. Our City’s music lovers, a discriminating lot, have been quick to embrace the Lyric.”
Michael R. Bloomberg (Mayor, City of New York)
“Adventurous … hauntingly beautiful”
Allan Kozin, THE NEW YORK TIMES
“The Lyric is presenting some of the finest musicians in the world playing some of the greatest music ever written. I am delighted to be involved. Since your first concert … you have earned a reputation for artistic excellence.”
Daniel Barenboim (Conductor, Chicago Symphony, 1991-2006)