05/27/2026
We were honoured to provide a C. Bechstein grand piano for a very special performance with Jon Kimura Parker at The Lodge at Valley Ridge, part of the United Active Living Communities.
Residents enjoyed a remarkable journey through 250 years of piano music, from Bach and Mozart to Gershwin and David Foster, thoughtfully presented and performed by Jon Kimura Parker on an instrument capable of bringing every era and colour of the music to life.
It was especially meaningful to hear how much the residents appreciated experiencing this repertoire on a true concert-quality piano. With the space's beautiful acoustics and such an attentive audience, it made for a memorable afternoon.
Pictured here are Jon Kimura Parker with Irene Besse, whose warmth and lifelong connection to music continue to inspire us all.
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