Peter and Audrey Switzer Trophy Room

Donated By: Dorothy McTavish
First Presented: 1986
Criteria: Best or Most Promising Pianist - Junior Level

Dorothy McTavish was the pianist for the Sunday School at Central United Church in Stratford for many years before her retirement. She had perfect pitch and played the piano by ear. Her family spent many hours around the piano singing while Dorothy played show tunes and gospel songs. Dorothy had completed in the original music festival in 1927, playing a piano duet. Dorothy worked as a sales clerk at Bradshaw's and also as a receptionist for the Perth Mutual Insurance Company. She retired at the age of 72.
After her death, her family donated the McTavish Junior Piano Trophy in her memory to encourage young people in their love of music. The trophy is made from a rose bowl presented to her by her employer.