|
Testimonials
"They afterwards took me
to a dancing
saloon where I saw the only rational method
of art criticism I have ever come across.
Over the piano was printed a notice -
'Please do not shoot the pianist.
He is doing his best.' "
[Oscar Wilde]
Lori Lewis has recently moved to Carmel California
A top professional wedding consultant,
corporate clients, brides and piano students praise Lori's piano
playing, demeanor, professionalism and adaptability. More testimonials will follow soon from the Monterey Bay area as Lori's professionalism will be quickly recognized and appreciated.
The Grande Colonial Hotel
I have worked very successfully with Lori Lewis for the past 6 years and have, enjoyed
her unique style. Lori cares about each guest's needs and genuinely loves making people
happy. Each event has gone flawlessly! The Grande Colonial Hotel and NINE-TEN
Restaurant looks forward to continuing our outstanding relationship with Lori.
Christina Franklin,
Catering Sales Manager
Catamaran Hotel Resort
From the entire staff at the Catamaran, I would like to thank you for the wonderful
piano services you provide us for our holiday brunches and as a preferred vendor on our sales and catering list.
At our brunches, the guests rave at how beautiful your music is and guests
continually come back to hear you play!
As a preferred vendor for the hotel, we feel confident in recommending your service as you are talented. punctual and a pleasant person to work with. Keep
doing what you do!
Karen Cipolla
Catering Sales Manager
La Velencia Hotel, La Jolla
Lori has been on our Vendor List for many years and is the first pianist who I refer when asked as she has proven herself to be a very professional and talented person. Lori has played for weddIngs, corporate events and many other social events that added to the overall experience of our clients. Please do not hesitate to contact me for
further information should you require it.
Victor Lopez
Director of Catering & Conference ServIces
Coronado
Weddings, San Diego
I met Lori Lewis about 6 years
ago when I was the Wedding Director at the Hotel
del Coronado. At the time I was responsible for
evaluation and selection of all wedding services
in San Diego to recommend to the many brides at
the Del. During that time many local pianists
contacted me to be considered and referred by
the Del. I was looking for professionalism in
appearance and demeanor and of course considerable
experience as a pianist. Also I wanted a pianist
with an extensive repertoire of music for cocktail
and dinner hour and most importantly ceremony
wedding music.
Lori was selected as one of a handful
of musicians with those criteria in mind and she
proved to be a great vendor that our brides were
consistently happy with. As a wedding consultant
it is my reputation that is on the line when I
refer my brides to vendors. Over the years my
experience with Lori Lewis has been consistently
good. My couples have been happy with her music
and I have received many nice comments about her
piano playing. In addition to her music talent
she is a genuinely nice person. I highly recommend
Lori as one of San Diego's best!
Helen
Walker
Professional Wedding Consultant
Founder of Coronado Weddings San Diego
L'Auberge Del
Mar in Del Mar
We hosted a wedding
reception in your Library Room [at L'Auberge Del
Mar in Del Mar, CA]. We had the pleasure of listening
to the music performed by Ms. Lori Lewis, who
was recommended to us by your department, and
she was delightful. I left the music selections
up to her, and she performed perfectly. Her music
was a compliment to the meal, and she knew intuitively
when to pause for toasting, etc. Thank you for
recommending her to us, and I wholeheartedly would
continue to recommend her.
Kate Marshall
Executive Assistant
Natural Alternatives International
Thank you for being a part of our
wonderful and fun "The Apprentice" event.
You looked beautiful and everyone loved your playing
and your cheerful smile. We will do it again.
Carole Ekstrom
Chief Executive Strategic Partner
Office Pavillion San Diego
Con and I want to thank you for
setting the mood with your beautiful and elegant
music at our wedding reception. It was just what
we were looking for. Unfortunately, we didn't
get to hear much during the cocktail hour, but
we were able to listen during dinner. Both of
us really appreciated that you learned those two
Enya songs. Just beautiful! Thank you so much
- it really added a sense of elegance to the evening.
Take care!
Sincerely,
Carissa O'Donnell
I wanted to thank you for your lovely piano music. It certainly added an elegant touch to our son's engagement party at the La Jolla Country Club. We were able to talk and enjoy the music at the same time. So many people came up to us afterwards and said what a great idea it was to have you. Sincerely,
Nancy Lischke
Ed and I wanted to write you to
personally thank you for playing such an important
role in our wedding. Your musical talent added
so much warmth to our ceremony and reception,
not to mention your kindness. I know that our
nephew that sat at the table alone and clapped
for you will never forget that night, nor will
we.
Thanks again, Lori, for making
our night so special.
Mary and Ed Clark
We are so very grateful for the
beautiful music you gave us on our wedding day.
Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for
giving us that joy.
So many people complimented us
on your playing - we wish you could have heard
them all. You have a wonderful talent and we want
to thank you again and again for making our wedding
so special.
Warmest Regards,
Paul and Michelle
I want to thank you for your beautiful
performance at my wedding. As I sat in the waiting
room before the ceremony, I really enjoyed listening
to the prelude music. It was very soothing! I
am also extremely appreciative that you took the
time to learn two songs for my wedding. It meant
a lot to hear the Chopin piece. Thank you so much.
Yours,
Christine
You helped make our wedding a wonderful
event! We were amazed at the variety and number
of songs that you can play from memory. And you
were very aware of the changing events in the
wedding and reception. You adapted your playing
(style and even what songs you played) to enhance
our day. If we were ever need a pianist again,
you are who we will call, I will also recommend
you to friends and family.
Thanks,
Laura and Dennis
David and I would like to thank
you for your wonderful performance on Sunday at
the L'Auberge. You were able to convey the feeling
we wanted with little direction from us. Thanks
for making it so easy. We'll tell everyone we
know about you!
Kim and Dave
A note of appreciation for providing
the beautiful piano music at my nephew's wedding
ceremony held at the Hotel Del Coronado. Your
attention to details, your awareness, demeanor
and ready smile truly enhanced their lovely wedding.
R. Dwyer
| Lori's students sing her praises: |
|
"Although we have a piano at home, it had been over 20 years since my last lesson and I found myself wanting to play again. I met Lori Lewis while she was playing at Nordstroms and with her patience and guidance I was playing the piano again - enough to impress my kids and show them that their Dad actually had some musical skills up his sleeve. Lori is a great teacher who can teach at any level. She was a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend her to beginners and advanced piano players alike."
Robert Kearney, MD
When I first met Lori she was playing piano in Nordstrom. I approached her and inquired if she also taught. I had been looking for a piano teacher and had met a couple other prospective teachers, however when I met Lori, she was very personable and friendly. Right then and there I made an appointment to meet with her. At our first meeting she made me feel at ease - Lori's style of teaching is exceptional! She is very patient and made me very comfortable - I highly recommend her!
Diana Kikuchi
I studied piano with Lori Lewis in San Diego. She is a very good teacher and willing to work on what I wanted to know as well as teaching me what I needed to know to be able to do what I wanted while making lessons fun and interesting. I was especially glad that she wanted my playing to be as perfect as it could be and was willing to keep working on difficult areas as long as necessary. i learned a great deal and have gained some confidence about my playing that I did not think I would. I would certainly recommend Lori as a piano teacher for anyone from beginner (as I was) to advanced.
Sue Williams
Teaching second-and third-time around piarno students has to be most challenglng - and Lorl Lewis tackles those challenges head-on with tact, tenacity and cheerful humor. In my case, basic timing had not been addressed by my previous teachers and Lori's thinking outside the box won the day with the classical and popular.music I wanted in my repertolre. I wlsh she had been my piano teacher from the beginning! Her music knowledge coupled with her positive, happy personality are more reasons to recommend her heartily to aspiring musicians.
Ingrid Waters
Dear Lori,
Thank you for helping make my dream of playing the piano come true. It is so relaxing and fulfilling - and such fun! I'll miss you a lot, but wish you good luck and happiness in Carmel.
Sincerely,
Bev Seater
|
