ST JOHN THE DIVINE
DECEMBER 29, 2004

Dear Ms. Ain,

It is with great enthusiasm that we write to inform you that after reviewing the proposal for your opera Joan of Arc, we are very interested in inviting you to produce the project here at The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine.

Artistically, this "opera for Dramatic Coloratura and Surround Sound" is truly extraordinary. The ethereal nature of your music transcends normal aesthetic values, so much so, that we anticipate it should have a universally profound effect upon an audience. To combine this stunning aural experience with the visual splendor of the Cathedral seems very appropriate, especially when we consider the subject matter of the work.

Yours Sincerely,

The Reverend Cannon Thomas Miller
Minister for Arts and Liturgy

Alexander Kanter

THE VATICAN
JULY 1, 1997

Dear Ms. Ain,

His Holiness Pope John Paul II has asked me to thank you for your kind letter and gift of a recording from your work. He very much appreciates the respectful sentiments which prompted this thoughtful gesture.

For information regarding your specific request, I would suggest that you write directly to the Archpriest of St. Peter's Basilica. The address is as follows:

Cardinal Virgilio Noe
Archpriest of the Patriarchal Vatican Basilica
00120 Vatican City

His Holiness invokes upon you abundant divine blessings.

Sincerely yours,

Monsignor L. Sandri
Assessor

ANTON COPPOLA
JUNE 3, 2000

To Whom it May Concern:

Joan of Arc by Noa Ain is a movingly poetic composition expressed in a deeply felt lyricism. The concept is bold and original and embodies the Divine Spirit of the young peasant soldier in her ultimate manifestation. Of particular interest is the way the chorus serves as an all embracing background to Joan's mystical revelations. This is compellingly effective.

This composition merits the attention and support of all who are truly dedicated to furthering the work of genuinely gifted composers.

Anton Coppola

MARY RODGERS GUETTEL
MAY 23, 2000

Dear Noa,

And, "Joan of.." is exquisite. I was utterly engaged, moved, admiring ...I guess I've never been exposed to soundscape before, and I never thought I would love anything involving all that electronic stuff. I can't imagine what the score looks like, or how you went about this, but I do love it.

Best Love,

Mary