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A TT THT NHN ET fT Mr TT 8 - PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, June 27, 2000 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" Celebrating 25 years of t By Chris Hall Port Perry Star A Port Perry woman was hon- oured last week with a celebra- tion to mark her 25th year as a music teacher. Teacher Paula Copithorn was honoured for her years of work teaching piano lessons when an recital featuring her students was held at the Emmanuel Pentecostal Church in Port Perry last Thursday (June 22). The recital marked the end of her 25th year as a music teacher, a career that began at the age of I 7 right here in Port Perry. "I was a late bloomer; | began playing at 11," said Mrs. Copithorn. From there, however, she began learning in earnest, quick- ly ascending through the levels: "In four years | had gotten to my Grade 8; | was just chomping at the bit to learn. My music teacher would push, and | would push back. I always knew | was going to be a music teacher." At the age of 17, when her own teacher moved away, Mrs. Copithorn -and two other stu- dents took over where their instructor left off, teaching younger students. She studied further before graduating and opening a studio in her own home. "When | graduated | quit my part-time job and began*teach- ing full-time." Mrs. Copithorn recalls teach- ing approximately 55 students each week before her two sons were born, and about 35 each week after that. "I've taught hundreds of stu- dents... thousands maybe," she said. Students here as well as those she instructs in Toronto usually receive a 30-minute les- son each week on the piano and in theory. "It's an occupation I'll never tire of. Piano is a discipline; most people don't like the practice it involves, but they do like the fin- ished product. They all love to play, but unless you practice - put hard work into it - it won't pay off," said Mrs. Copithorn. "The discipline in piano will follow them for the rest of their lives, wherever they go. It will never be time wasted." During the presentation Mrs. Copithorn received certificates from musical conservatories as well as Prime Minister Jean Chretien and Durham MP Alex Shepherd. Her two sons Darryl, 15, and Mark, II, were included in the ceremony. Her husband of 19 years, Garry, was also in atten- dance. DID YOU KNOW? eaching music Port Perry piano teacher Paula Copithorn was honoured by her students and friends last week, when a year-end recital was held at the Emmanuel Pentecostal Church. Mrs. Copithorn has taught hundreds of students during her 25-year career as a mirsic instructor. pers develop a dares create cos- , and en 2 periomines. 507, car Wash E Seniors (55 & Over) PE ---------- EE EE EE EE EEE IE dh dh dh dd da EVERY TUESDAY Oifister with gas purchase "2 The Camps. run Lion. 9 a.m. to' 3 p. m. Moda) to July 788 @ 7pm 'Craftc Ap 1 17 Friday, at the college's Oshawa campus on Simcoe St. Earl & his tractor Wie 0 Br A ona variety of isrdinis such as painting and weaving. In N. Campers will be outdoors for at least two hours each "Killer" will be there! Sunvs science camp, which takes place July 24 to 28, children' day, weather permitting. i So should you uny 'will conduct some basic experiments and study ani- For a brochure or more information; call the colleges' tao Yount the Sloe Faingounds - OPEN 24 HOURS - mals, plants, insects and the solar system. From Aug. 14 Continuous Leaming department at (905) 721-3052. Victoria County Historical Society & Museum is pleased to announce their 7th Annual BLOOMS OF SUMMER Garden Tour Come see Diane Richardson or Brian Norrish CHEVROLET BUICK OLDSMOBILE ~~ PONTIAC GMC Sunday, July 9th [=] CADILLAC GMC TRUCK Il a.m. to 6 p.m. Williamson Tickets will be sold in advance, and cost $12, bri 852-3331 852-3357 CE but they are hmited, so mark you calendar NOW"! Uxbridge aission arrasesesr Res: Sirti fey gl tpt sd ona or 905-433-7351 ROUND PIZZAS "Max 6 TorrInGS Pir Pizza 2 v BJA | PIZZA, SUBS | o &WINGS 80 Wetter Sty [Port [Pery a ------------