"A huge thank you once again for a delightful program...I know we were all carried away with you into another era and another magical world." - Sekoia Johnson, Vaughan Public Library
Piano Stories with Penny has been booked by the Aurora Historical Society, Aurora Public Library, Milton Public Library, Niagara Falls Public Library, Vaughan Public Library and the Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association (ORMTA) as well as for a private group of piano-enthusiasts. The event is largely geared towards adults, however children and teens have attended and are always welcome!
Above: Penny Johnson presenting Piano Stories with Penny online for the Vaughan Public Library. (October 2022).
Below: Select photos from Piano Stories with Penny
Clara Clemens (1874-1962) daughter of Mark Twain and wife of pianist, Ossip Gabrilowitsch. Author of My Husband Gabrilowitsch (1938).
Constance Keene (1921-2005) American concert pianist/teacher and wife of Abram Chasins.
Arthur Friedheim (1859-1932) Russian concert pianist, student of Franz Liszt.
"Russ" beloved dog of composer, Richard Wagner.
Above: Penny Johnson presenting Piano Stories with Penny for the Aurora Historical Society. (June 2022)