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Piano lessons for Life!
Not only piano - Much, much more. Learn about finding true meaning in your own life!
Why "Piano Lessons for Life!"? I chose this as the title of my site because of the profound influence a lifetime of learning piano has had on me - first as a student, then as a teacher and performer. The process has been the same from start to finish in both music and navigating the many stages of my lifetime. The parallels may surprise you...My situation is unique as is anyone who finds their way here to this virtual space of mine - I hope you gain some insight from my experiences - which may be more universal than you think!
lookback...a performance just last year
I've not been able to play lately. I have stayed busy - writing my books and volunteering and attending various events that don't require me to. Unfortunately my hands have been going numb. I will have to journal about it! Those of you who deal with unexpected symptoms will get it. Sometimes I need to remember when I was able to play without any restrictions...other than back pain... I have played piano since I was 3, and it has been one of the biggest parts of my identity. I'm sure it's going t
Nancy and Beth Introduce new book Only One Me, Only One you
Now airing on YouTube - Capital Region Today’s Ann Parillo’s interview of Nancy Gort, Author/Musician/illustrator and Author Beth Wales as they share how they came to collaborate to create their book Only One Me, Only One You.
Nancy Gort on TV
Now airing on YouTube - Capital Region Today’s Ann Parillo’s interview of Nancy Gort, Author/Musician who introduced her children’s books and shared how her personal experience as a past patient and now as a current volunteer at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital have brought her life joy and meaning! Sales of her books at the gift shop are donated right to the facility and its patients!
Recent and upcoming community outreach activities
As an author and advocate for volunteering and giving I am committed to using my skills and talents to benefit my community. Here are some of the organizations I have been able to contribute to over the past several months. Updates to the calendar can be found here for future events and links for you to learn more and get involved! Remember - the goal is to “START DOING!”
12/05/2026
Christmas MarketFest 2026
4:00
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7:00 pm
11 Glenridge Road, Rexford, NY
Event Details
12/05/2026
Christmas MarketFest 2026
Come to this outdoor festival - so many vendors will be there - food, activities for the kiddos, and I will be selling my children's books a...
4:00
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7:00 pm
11 Glenridge Road, Rexford, NY
10/24/2026
8:30 - 12:30
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https://capitalregiontoday.org/
See on YouTube starting on 10/21 Show #1256
10/24/2026
8:30 - 12:30
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https://capitalregiontoday.org/
See on YouTube starting on 10/21 Show #1256
10/21/2026
8:30 - 12:30
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https://capitalregiontoday.org/
See on YouTube starting on 10/21 Show #1256
Event Details
10/21/2026
Capital Region Today, in its 28th year of providing regional information to our Capital Region Communities, will be interviewing Elizabeth W...
8:30 - 12:30
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https://capitalregiontoday.org/
See on YouTube starting on 10/21 Show #1256
08/01/2026
Niskayuna Farmers Market - Niskayuna H.S.
7/25-10/17/2026
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https://www.niskayuna.gov
More details on Facebook: Niskayuna Farmers Market
Event Details
08/01/2026
Niskayuna Farmers Market - Niskayuna H.S.
Come to the Farmers Market - bring the kiddos! Hear me read some of my books at my table by the kids activities corner! Children's Storytime...
7/25-10/17/2026
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https://www.niskayuna.gov
More details on Facebook: Niskayuna Farmers Market
06/02/2026
Niskayuna Rotary meeting and breakfast and a Presentation by a local author
1/21-2/3/2026
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https://www.niskyrotary.com/
The Blue Ribbon Diner 1801 State Street Schenectady For Zoom link go to wesite
Event Details
06/02/2026
Niskayuna Rotary meeting and breakfast and a Presentation by a local author
The Niskayuna Rotary is hosting Nancy Gort, Author/Musician to introduce her children’s books and reveal her newest books and collaborations...
1/21-2/3/2026
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https://www.niskyrotary.com/
The Blue Ribbon Diner 1801 State Street Schenectady For Zoom link go to wesite
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