“I had the luck to work closely with Ed for 28 years - the most harmonious professional relationship I have ever had, or could ever imagine. Under a quiet exterior lurks a raving visionary, someone who is always asking questions, always searching for the next step forward. Ed is a resource which should be exploited and plundered (maybe gold mined would be a better term!). There are not many people like him around in our profession or any other, as far as I can see. I hope many other artists and institutions have the benefit of his knowledge, care and wisdom.”

Sir Simon Rattle

“Ed is a wonderful colleague who gave me my first job as Music Director of a professional orchestra - the Gothenburg Symphony. His huge knowledge and experience and his contacts throughout the orchestral world have been of immense value to me in my early years. Anyone seeking his advice about any aspect of our "business" will be very fortunate.”

Gustavo Dudamel