Plaudit from Scott Speck

Joe Gifford is responsible for much of the way that I feel about conducting, about music, about movement, about life.  It's because of Joe that I constantly strive to achieve focus and balance on the podium, become an empty vessel, fill up with the spirit, abandon my preconceptions, and take the plunge into the unknown. It's largely because of Joe that conducting has become an endless, joyous adventure for me.  Joe, you're more than a teacher and a friend — you're a precious gift to the conducting world. 

With love from Scott Speck

Scott Speck
Music Director, Mobile Symphony