“It's difficult to avoid anthropomorphisms when describing the Steinway experience. Getting to know an unfamiliar Steinway is like making a new acquaintance, either with an energetic, strong and ambitious ‘youth’ bursting with potential; or (and for me preferably) with an older ‘gentleman’ or ‘lady’- a fountain of experience, depth, warmth, brilliance, inspiration and generosity. It's a privilege to play on a Steinway, either in daily practice or in performance.”

Heather O'Donnell