Piano Girl: A Memoir by Robin Meloy Goldsby
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Book Reviews of Piano Girl: A Memoir
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!Book Review: Laugh Out Loud Funny
Summary: 5 Stars
Piano Girl is one of those rare books you pick up and can't put down.
Robin may be a wonderful entertainer when she's seated at the piano, but she's also
an incredible entertainer when she writes a book.
If you've been on either side of the piano (playing for an audience, or in the audience) you will
appreciate this book. It really is laugh out loud funny. Robin pulls no punches here, she tells it
like it is. And with her many years of experience playing in all kinds of places, she has no lack of material.
Even if you've never touched a piano, or been to a piano bar (what, you've never been to a piano bar?), you'll
still enjoy this book. Robin does a great job of painting the pictures and drawing you into her stories.
I feel very lucky she joined our piano forums ( [...] ) because we get to continue to enjoy
her rare talents (drop by and read the ongoing thead "Let's Talk About Weddings").
Can't wait for the sequel, or better yet, the movie :-)
Frank B.
Founder/Host
Piano World
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Book Review: DON'T MISS THIS BOOK!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
If you like to laugh, and enjoy sightseeing, Piano Girl is a journey I would highly recommend! This collection of anecdotes will introduce you to unforgettable people and places. What's more, even though you'll often find yourself laughing out loud, you might also shed a few tears. You don't have to be a musician to relate to the stories, either. This book is so brilliantly written, that even though the stories are told from a piano player's perspective, you will still undoubtedly catch glimpses of your own life. In fact, reading Piano Girl is essentially reading life. As you travel through her memories, you will have a sense of witnessing the author's own transformation and growth. When you finish this book, which you won't be in a hurry to do, you will have the satisfaction of just having leafed through someone's cherished scrap-book. Most likely, you'll want to keep it on the same shelf as your own.
Book Review: Hard to put this one down!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've known Goldsby for years and we are friends, so no doubt I was curious and excited to read her first book---a collection of essays relating to her life as a pianist. I figured no matter how good or bad the writing was I would be a good friend and support her efforts. Oh boy...what a WRITER she turned out to be and what a PLEASURE it has been to support her effort and her first book. This book is hard to put down! It is compelling, endearing, funny, poignant, and extremely well written. I have bought many copies to give out as gifts and have found that people from all walks of life has appreciated her style, wit and ability to connect with her readers. No wonder Publishers Weekly gave it a big thumbs up. I can't wait for the next book! *****Book Review: I Liked It!
Summary: 5 Stars
As a fellow club musician, I was hoping to find a kindred spirit lurking in the pages of this book and I was not disappointed. Despite the surprising length of "Piano Girl"...just under 300 pages, the reflections are amusing, weird, touching, and occasionally amazing and the book held my attention from start to finish. Although her writing skills are not up to say, Nabokov, they are far better than you might expect going in, and really there are only a couple of somewhat awkward moments of English usage in the entire book! Quite an accomplishment I would say. I would recommend this book to aspiring artists and anyone who enjoys an unusual memoir. Nice job Robin!