Music
March 14, 2021
by Sarah Corker
Glenda grew up surrounded by music. Her father, Ralph, was a very talented piano player and loved sharing his music and entertaining others. In the little farm community where they lived, Ralph would play with his band at the weekend dance. Folks from all around would gather for a night out to socialize and dance at the hall.
Music was such a big part of everyone's life back then. When the family got together, there was often a sing along or someone playing an instrument. Glenda learned to play the piano and achieved the highest level of the Royal Conservatory of Music. She was so passionate about music and encouraged this skill to be developed in her grandchildren. So far, Auley Mae seems to have the Corker piano gene, but we will see!
Glenda volunteered for a number of years at the Jazz Festival in Victoria, BC. She loved to be immersed with other people who were also passionate about music. Many of her friends and family are talented musicians and Glenda loved hearing them play and supporting their art.
Her number one, favourite song of all time was, "House of the Rising Sun" by The Animals and if given the opportunity, she would request this song to be played. Under the "gallery" tab, you will see "audio", click it and turn up your volume to hear a few of her favourite songs.
Music was such a big part of everyone's life back then. When the family got together, there was often a sing along or someone playing an instrument. Glenda learned to play the piano and achieved the highest level of the Royal Conservatory of Music. She was so passionate about music and encouraged this skill to be developed in her grandchildren. So far, Auley Mae seems to have the Corker piano gene, but we will see!
Glenda volunteered for a number of years at the Jazz Festival in Victoria, BC. She loved to be immersed with other people who were also passionate about music. Many of her friends and family are talented musicians and Glenda loved hearing them play and supporting their art.
Her number one, favourite song of all time was, "House of the Rising Sun" by The Animals and if given the opportunity, she would request this song to be played. Under the "gallery" tab, you will see "audio", click it and turn up your volume to hear a few of her favourite songs.