Piano Girl: A Memoir

Piano Girl: A Memoir
by Robin Meloy Goldsby

Piano Girl: A Memoir
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Author: Robin Meloy Goldsby
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2006-05-01
ISBN: 0879308826
Number of pages: 278
Publisher: Backbeat Books

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Book Review: A Well-Written Memoir to Tickle Your Funny Bone and Tug at Your Heartstrings
Summary: 5 Stars

First, a confession: the author of this delightful book was a classmate of mine at Chatham College in the '70s. That being said, the true and charming tales about her career as a lounge pianist were even more witty than I could have ever imagined, though told by the very talented and funny "piano girl" that I fondly remember. Robin's ability to vividly describe with words the wacky world in which her chosen career propelled her, is comparable to that of a fine artist's creative use of color, line, and perspective in a painting. Although my own journey, while interesting, hasn't had nearly as many twists and turns as Robin's, what a pleasure to go back in time with her on such a thrilling ride, all from the comfort and safety of my own reading chair! In addition to causing me to laugh so hard that my sides hurt, "Piano Girl" also contained many moments that made my heart ache for the passionate and daring days of my youth. I suspect that many readers will feel the same way. I highly recommend this well-written memoir, (although I hope your spouse doesn't throw you out of bed for laughing too loud while you're reading it). That, too, is a true story!

Summary of Piano Girl: A Memoir

Piano Girl is the story of a young woman's accidental career as a cocktail lounge piano player. This entertaining memoir provides a glimpse into the comedies, tragedies, and mundane miracles witnessed from the business side of the eighty-eights. Showing how she had connected with people she has met while touring the world, Robin Goldsby is full of insights into the art of piano playing as well as inspiring life lessons. Piano Girl shows that anything can happen as people wander through Robin's real-time soundtrack to life.

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