Anya Laurence

Contributing Writer
Author Anya Laurence - Andreas Thiel
Author Anya Laurence - Andreas Thiel

A writer, teacher and classical pianist, Anya Laurence has had three books published, as well as many articles in various magazines and newspapers and on the internet.

The winner of theAmicus Poloniae award from Poland Magazine for the prize-winning article about harpsichordist Wanda Landowska and the St.Cecilia Medal for music, she also received the National Music Clubs Award for the book "Women of Notes, 1,000 Women Composers Born Before the Year 1900," Other topics covered have been biography, music, women's studies, New England history, humor, New Age, health and many other topics. Anya Laurence's piano recital debut was given in Carnegie Hall, New York, in 1978.

"Women of Notes: 1,000 Women Composers Born Before 1900 " Richards RosenPress, NYC 1978,was her first book, which was followed by "The House of the Bass Clef"," an educational manual for piano students.

Laurence's latest book," Love Divine: The Life of Henry Ward Beecher," was published in 2005 by iUniverse Press.

Anya was blessed to have had the opportunity to travel extensively, and she really loves to write about all she has seen and experienced. Now a resident of Canada, for many years she lived in New York and New England and absorbed as much of the regional culture as she possibly could!

Latest Articles

Great Motel in The Berkshires of Western Massachusetts
There are many motels in The Berkshires, but the owners of Briarcliff Motel in Great Barrington go the extra mile to ensure customer comfort.
Nov 9, 2011 - Anya Laurence
Newest Coffee Bar, Barista's, in St Marys, Ontario
Barista's is a great place to go for fire-roasted coffee, yummy pastries and lunches. All baking is done on the premises, using only the finest ingredients.
Feb 11, 2011 - Anya Laurence
TV Personality Leslie Gordon's New Business, The Buff Mom
Health, exercise and fitness are the main topics of The Buff Mom, Leslie Gordon's business, which combines boot camp training and telephone life coaching.
Feb 4, 2011 - Anya Laurence
St Marys, Ontario, Psychic Medium Does Telephone Readings
Tracey Milne is an accredited psychic and medium who has helped many people overcome their fears and anxieties about the future.
Jan 30, 2011 - Anya Laurence
Fine Indian Restaurant in Flesherton, Ontario
For anyone considering a ski trip to Talisman or Beaver Valley ski areas, stop first at the Knights Inn and Restaurant for some authentic Indian cuisine.
Dec 22, 2010 - Anya Laurence
Fine Dining at Alexa's Cafe in Sebringville Ontario
If you want a hearty breakfast, a delicious lunch or an elegant dinner, Alexa's is the place for you. Ten minutes west of Stratford and you are there.
Nov 15, 2010 - Anya Laurence
Christmas Shopping at Stonetown Bedding in St. Marys Ontario
Stonetown Bedding and Gifts in St.Marys, Ontario, is a great place to go for stocking stuffers as well as big gifts for those on your Christmas list.
Nov 11, 2010 - Anya Laurence
Bargain Christmas Shopping in St. Marys, Ontario
Little Falls Crafters Market in St.Marys, Ontario, has great bargains for the Christmas shopper - everything from classy jewelry to hand-knit sweaters.
Nov 10, 2010 - Anya Laurence
Exciting Christmas Shopping in Lucan, Ontario
Pine Valley Country Store is one of Lucan's Treasures. One can find everything under the sun here at spectacularly low prices. High quality, gentle cost.
Nov 4, 2010 - Anya Laurence
Contemporary American Cellist Alan Stepansky
Alan Stepansky is a noted cellist, teacher and chamber music mentor. He has played under such conductors as Leonard Bernstein, Zubin Mehta and Kurt Masur.
Nov 1, 2010 - Anya Laurence