Monday, June 5, 2023
Dear Cliff, I was so sad to hear that Mrs. Marks passed away and I would you like to send my condolences to you and your family. I was so lucky to attend piano lessons with Mrs. Marks throughout elementary, middle, and high school. My lessons with her were a highlight of my week.. Mrs. Marks was the most wonderful piano teacher, and in addition to being immensely knowledgeable, was incredibly caring, thoughtful, and loving towards all her students. She made us all feel special and appreciated, no matter what our goals were relating to piano. Within and outside of our piano playing, she was supportive and interested in us - I remember many times where we would be so busy talking about our weeks that we would spend half the lesson chatting! One of my favourite memories that sums Mrs. Marks up as a knowledgeable teacher and compassionate person was when I was very young and having trouble learning my pieces. Instead of getting annoyed, she prescribed specific practice requirements for me, and, astonishingly, everything came together in a matter of a week, which we both celebrated. From this experience and many others, I learned so much from her. I will always cherish the years I spent taking lessons from Mrs. Marks and all the very special memories I have of her. - Maggie K.
