“Her playing was quite ravishingly beautiful… her technique is impeccable… an extraordinary gift for making a melody sing, incredible warmth… When she plays she has music in every fiber of her being… Read full article in the Ottawa Citizen
A concert pianist’s tips for performing on stage and in life

Valery is such a great teacher and mentor and author and friend to many. I love her tips for performing in this article. Her Kingston “More than Music” performance classes were the best! Still recommending “More Than Music” Suzuki Piano book to my students. Reading about the loss of her daughter–my reaction was “to whom much is given, much is expected.” I’m sure that VLW will find a way to make this period of her life be a beacon to others who travel similar paths. Brava, Madame!