“…a marvelous fortepiano by one of our best makers….The instrument is remarkable in that it projects far more vivid and, at times, abrupt dynamic contrasts than many other early keyboards we’ve heard…..it comes across with strength and vibrancy that is most pleasing.”

John W. Lambert
Classical Voice of
North Carolina
(For the Walter copy)

“This piano has a warm, mellow sound, although admittedly less volume than modern instruments. It is thus perfectly suited to the works where it served as an accompaniment, and an equal, rather than a dominant partner in the Trio (even if it had the lion’s share of the notes), which sounded ravishing.”

Marvin Ward
Classical Voice of
New England
(For the Graf copy)

“To Monica Jakuc Leverett, inspiring keyboard artist, and to her vivacious and most singular Spunky, the Toy Piano. With joy and a full heart, I wish you both ongoing spicy colors throughout all of the days of the week!”

Kaeza Kristin Fearn
A Week in the Life of a Toy Piano (2016)
(dedication)