Joan Hearst

Photo Coverage: Jana Robbins & Haley Swindal Return with The Songs Of Kander & Ebb
by Stephen Sorokoff - Feb 6, 2019

Put together two super actor/singers to perform The Songs Of Kander & Ebb and it's like Mantle and Maris hitting back to back homers in the world series. Oops, I promised myself I would avoid the Baseball references, however watching Haley Swindal you cannot help but wonder how this enormously talented lady became such an exciting entertainer coming from a sports/business family. Then again, George Steinbrenner did create exciting entertainment for millions with the Yankee franchise and he was also an avid fan and investor in Broadway shows.

Photo Coverage: Stecher and Horowitz Foundation Gala Honors MSM President & Others
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 24, 2017

As with all Stecher and Horowitz events it's all about the music and helping gifted young pianists navigate the demanding career they have chosen.  This years annual gala at the legendary architectural landmark University Club in New York City was attended by some of New York's most respected a accomplished citizens who share the Foundation's mission and who have a love of classical music.