It was truly a grand night last night at the opening of the new Ordway Music Hall downtown. Everyone was dressed up (black tie), so the people watching was fun. The new hall is glorious, with an amazing acoustic, and very comfortable. Afterward I had a chance to catch up with my friend, Sasha Cooke, one of the featured soloists for the evening (DR JRand64 - she sang Kitty in Dr. Atomic at the Met). Pianist Jeremy Denk was also featured - I had met him before through former DR JoseSPiano. Afterward there was music, dancing, and elegant desert stations scattered throughout the building. A fine affair!