I was fortunate enough to be a part of that first season of DMMO. I was Lady Billows to Doug Duncan's Albert Herring. Under Robert's specific, creative instructions, I made my own costumes and did whatever he asked to make that inaugural season a success. Robert taught me about the finer things in life, seeing opera at the Lyric in Chicago, dining in great restaurants and enjoying the museum that was his home. It goes without saying I would not be the musician and teacher I am today without the foundation I received from Dr. Larsen and Simpson College. He leaves a rich legacy that will continue for decades to come.