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Dear Mr Slan, It was my pleasure to be one of the two Suzuki Piano Master Class teachers at the St. Louis Suzuki Piano Teachers Association camp, July 29-August 2 held at Concordia Seminary. It was even more my pleasure to have the joy of teaching on the two Boston pianos that the Steinway Piano Gallery provided for the workshop. I have taught at many Suzuki weekend workshops and summer institutes in other states, but have never I had such beautiful instruments to work with. One of the primary tenets of the Suzuki method is creating a beautiful tone. Obviously this is difficult to do on inadequate instruments. The Boston's gave me a chance to demonstrate a wonderful sound and to challenge the students to do the same. It was a delight! Also, I was personally preparing for some upcoming performing auditions and it was so nice to get to practice on these instruments. In my church job as music director and organist at first Christian Church in Jefferson City, I have occasion to receive information on various instruments and publications. I have frequently come across cards and brochures on the Boston. If our church does purchase a new Piano in the future I will highly recommend that they explore the Boston as an option. I will also recommend the instrument to those of my students who cannot afford the expense of a Steinway. Thank you for so willingly allowing the Suzuki piano teachers and students from St. Louis, Iowa and Illinois to have a quality musical experience with these instruments. Sincerely, Dr. Karen
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