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Piano*Dad
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Ruth Slenczynska

Quite a story.
 
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Wow, what a great story! A remarkable woman. I’m so glad that she was able to love music despite the pressure put upon her by her father.


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When I was a young piano student in Buffalo, Ruth was teaching at another state university in Fredonia, NY, not far away. I didn’t realize her importance at the time, but now I’m kicking myself for not seeking her out as a teacher.

I recall that she was on the panel of judges for a local competition where I made the finals.


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At age 99, she claims: "... my hands are as youthful and free of pain as when I was 30."

May we all be so lucky.


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