1922, My father, Herman Rudin was 16 years old, a fine violinist already and living in Rochester, NY. His Violin teacher, Mr Herman Surasky, encouraged my dad (his nickname was Hy) to audition for the newly formed Civic Music Association Orchestra, the forerunner to the now great Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. He was readily accepted and hired, playing on the stage of the Eastman Theatre, built on the behest of George Eastman of Kodak fame. Eventually, Hy was asked to play in the Viola section as there were too many violins, (not an uncommon problem). He did so and in 1928 married my mother, Sophie Caplan from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. My husband Paul has found the Ancestry document recording their move to Rochester. They had been courting after meeting at a party in Rochester. My brother, Arthur (may he rest in peace) was born in 1929 and played the cello then the bass violin-jazz. I was born in 1942 and as a youngster, would hang on the balcony above the first floor piano space and eagerly listen to their practice sessions. My dad played with the RPO until 1977 when he passed away at age 71. His compositions were played by the RPO on many occasions. There are so many stories to tell as an “orchestra brat” and later, Paul and I as advocates for better pay and extended seasons. I remain very proud of my father (he became head librarian and Personnel manager as well at later dates. My beautiful mother tolerated the difficult schedule of an orchestra member and remained very proud of him while making a career for herself as a Pediatric nurse. I will stop here and attach the file for Herman Rudin held at the Sibley Music Library in Rochester, Peter Coppen Chairman. Anyone wishing to take on the research and documentation, students, scholars can gain access through Mr. Coppen and I hope you enjoy his journey below.