At the age of 18, Tracey came to the Dollard-des-Ormeaux Civic Center, ambitious and determined to create a music program, something that had never yet been achieved. 23 years later, Tracey managed to make it blossom into a fully functional non-profit organization with over 65 students. The mere act of creating something out of nothing does not just happen overnight, it takes a lot of discipline, patience and hard work. Tracey masters these traits and instills them onto her students, not only for the purpose of musical excellence but for success in life. One thing truly amazing about Tracey is how she incorporates ways to motivate her students in pursuing the skill of piano, particularly through the apprenticeship program where her more mature students pass on their experience to the beginner students and help them in their learning of piano. Tracey has transformed me, she has given me valuable life lessons, confidence, and the ability to communicate through music. She has expanded my outlook on life, and with this, I have realized that not only does music play a big role in our local community but in society as a whole. Music is humble, yet so powerful, just like Tracey.
