A Note from the Artist: Into the Light is really a storybook of my own life centered around the subject of under-representation in Classical music through the lens of an under-represented instrument. Through that, I share personal West Indian influences and culture, memories from my childhood, family members who have inspired me and shaped my perspective, and connect that with the current work I’m doing to hopefully motivate and give opportunities to the next generation of musicians of color. Into the Light speaks to today’s important conversation of diversity and true equal opportunity in the arts, finding one’s own voice despite the circumstances.

Into the Light is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

In memory of William Reid Pitts, Jr. M.D.