Elizabeth Schwartz is a freelance writer, musician, and music historian based in Portland. She provides notes for ensembles across the United States and around the world, including the Oregon Symphony and Chamber Music Northwest. Elizabeth has also contributed to the nationally syndicated radio program “Performance Today,” produced by American Public Media. She also writes artist profiles, program previews, and other features for InSymphony Magazine and other publications. www.classicalmusicprogramnotes.com