1. SEMINOLE COUNTY
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June 26, 2015
To whom it may concern,
It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation for Mr. Craig Willson.
Craig has served as musical director for our spring musicals on two occasions, and I hope to
continue to hire him for as many productions as I can in the future. His talent, enthusiasm,
positive attitude, and amazing rapport with cast members and pit orchestra members alike
make him an ideal candidate for musical director. Craig is punctual and hard-working and
always comes to rehearsals with a smile on his face. His energy is absolutely contagious, and
inspires my cast members to work with harder than they might otherwise. Each time he
works with a group of students, he instills confidence, models work-ethic, and motivates
excellence in musicianship in each and every life he touches. The quality of performance
Mr. Willson elicits from cast member and members of our pit orchestra is beyond
expectation, and I have been so proud of the work they have created together.
Craig’s talent as a musician is unparalled- it is an absolute inspiration to watch and hear him
play. His passion for his craft and the joy he feels creating music comes through with
unbridled emotion in each note played, and his vocal performances are equally as lovely and
a blessing for all to hear. I have worked with several musical directors over the years, and
working with Craig has been the best overall experience. He is responsible and
communicative and accomplishes the tasks and responsibilities with professionalism. I have
felt a weight lifted with him sharing direction in our musicals, and have enjoyed working
with him immensely- he is a great colleague and a good man. My student cast members and
our student musicians have only the best compliments to say about him- he is well liked and
well respected, and has given the students a positive and professional experience. I am
honored to work with Craig.
I highly recommend Craig Willson. His talent is beyond compare, and he is a man of
character who will prove to be a valuable member of any organization.
Sincerely,
Susan M. Gerdeman
Theatre Director
Fine Arts Curriculum Leader
Lyman High School
407-746-2329
LYMAN HIGH SCHOOL
855 Ronald Reagan Road
Longwood, Florida 32751
Phone: (407) 746-2050
Fax: (407) 746-2024
BRIAN L. URICHKO
Principal