June 21, 2007
Classically Trained Violinist Gets Harassed by Police.
“Here are the salient facts of this case: I was leaving MSP airport by bicycle after a flight from California. I was legally operating my bicycle completely in accord with MN statutes and MAC airport ordinances. I was following all posted signs. There were NO signs at that time prohibiting bicycles. I was rudely accosted by an officer in a passing squad car, came to a stop, and was immediately threatened with mace and taser if I didn’t get off the bike and up on the curb. I did not understand the reason for this outrage.”
From his about me…
- Stephan Orsak
- I am a classically trained violinist, a pupil of John Kendall, Shinichi Suzuki in Japan and Cleveland Orch Concertmaster Daniel Majeske. I have performed under Leonard Bernstein, Kurt Masur and Seiji Ozawa, and for dancing greats such as Rudolf Nureyev. As an independent musician I have been on stage with people as diverse as Rod Stewart, Burt Bacharach and Vince Gill. I have taught youth groups internationally and through MacPhail brought students on two international tours. With colleagues I help to found and direct Philomusica of Minnesota. I have (3) college degrees including an MM, and the equivalent of an MFA.. Schools of study have included the U of California, Washington University, St Louis Conservatory, Southern Illinois University, Atelier Lack and Harvard GSD. I am the father of two fantastic daughters, each of whom is a unique, marvelous and caring individual in their own right. I am also a very proud grandfather. I have never been arrested for any cause, and have never initiated a lawsuit of any kind. I am interested in positive, non-violent and progressive changes that benefit all people. I remain a staunch believer in fair treatment and human rights for all.
