Dianne Thornton
“I happened upon Lori through an ad and never looked back since that day almost 6 years ago. My son was 5 at the time and happily went to his weekly piano lessons under the tutelage of his patient, warm and sensitive teacher. His younger sister started with Lori 2 years later and still loves going to her lessons. Early on, Lori encouraged Evan to participate at the Christmas and June recitals she organizes for all of her students, but he refused. Lori never pushed, but eventually Evan was actually excited to attend his first recital. Under her guidance, his piano skill rapidly advanced and he now loves to perform, from Kiwanis last month to his upcoming Grade 5 exam in June. Lori does a wonderful job at providing many opportunities for her students to play for each other, from informal parties in her home to recitals for students and parents in other venues. Her method of mixing classical piano pieces with some contemporary fun pieces is a real motivator for both of my children. The June progress reports she provides at the end of the year are so thoughtfully written, with much attention given to how each child has progressed with technique, note reading, rhythm, musicality and practice habits. I know that Evan and Maya will keep playing piano with Lori for many years to come.”
