Peter and Audrey Switzer Trophy Room

Donated By: Mr. Percy Cook, Stratford
First Presented: 1976
Criteria: Best or Most Promising Tri - County Pianist - Junior Level

Mrs. Percy (Willis) Cook was a strong supporter of the Stratford Music Festival. She was listed as a Festival patron in several programs. She was an accomplished music teacher who prepared many of her pupils to compete in the Festival.

She was also the organist at Parkview United Church in the 1950's. Dorothy continued to teach and promote the love of music right up until her death. Her husband, Percy Cook, donated the Cook Trophy for Piano Solos in memory of his wife.