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The Spirit Makes the Master
Department of Music | Western Kentucky University | 1906 College Heights Blvd. #41029 | Bowling Green, KY 42101-1029
Phone: 270.745.3751 | Fax: 270.745.6855 | E-mail: music@wku.edu | Web: www.wku.edu/Music
May 18, 2015
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter is in recommendation of Mr. Dominic Piedmonte. I have known Mr. Piedmonte as a student
for four years in the academic classroom, on stage as a performer, and as an administrative colleague
to the Opera Outreach Program at Western Kentucky University. He is exemplary in all facets and
adheres to excellence and professionalism in the categories of work ethic, punctuality, reliability, and
academic competence. Dominic’s eagerness to learn, positive attitude, and personal engagement in his
studies are a testament to the quality of his character. Dominic’s passion about being an educator of
music is evident and I feel he would excel as a positive role model, colleague, and employee in any
workplace.
Dominic took the opportunity, outside of any music degree requirements, to participate as a summer
intern with the nationally recognized Glimmerglass Opera Company, because he wanted more insight
to the world of Arts Administration and Arts Outreach. In addition, he acted as an assistant to me in
successfully designing and implementing the new Opera Outreach Program at Western Kentucky
University and conducts private voice lessons with local high school students. All of these activities
have been in addition to his music degree requirements and have only strengthened his skills.
Mr. Piedmonte would meet, if not exceed, your expectations.
If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to discuss Mr. Piedmonte further, please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Best Regards,
Dr. Liza Kelly
Director of Opera Theater
Associate Professor of Music
liza.kelly@wku.edu