I’m dipping my toe into writing about music this summer. Here’s the first of my pieces for Festival Focus, the weekly classical music guide for the Aspen Music Festival and School. How lucky am I to write about one of my most favorite musicals ever? Playing the role of Maria is Christy Altomare, who is truly delightful and a bright spot on stage. I saw her perform in AMFS’s production of South Pacific a few years ago, but here’s the piece that reminded me of what a talent she truly is.