<p>Marjecat, as you know, Rochester is Rochester and there isn’t much here. It’s cold and bleak and even the orchestra isn’t what it should be- surprisingly, most of the RPO members don’t teach through Eastman. The physical plant, the dorm and dining is nice, but walking anywhere other than down East Ave is something that the locals won’t do.
You are right on the mark about BoCo though, it’s attention in recent years has gone to their MT program, the cash cows of schools everywhere now.
And yes, it’s hot and humid in Baltimore, but weigh that against frigid temps and snow (anyone in Rochester this past winter, know that this was a real anomaly and not to be believed!). Bassoon is a very special instrument, so this one really boils down the the teacher, above all, I would say. Your D has done well- good luck with the decision!</p>