Thomas A. Schumacher

Dearest Tom-Tom, I miss you so much. You are still so dear to me. I can't tell you how much I think of our artistic and personal friendship with laughter and love. You are so special in so many ways. How lucky I am to have been such a close friend. Love you. Maris

Tom and I were in the 1st doctoral class (1967-68 ) at Juilliard and became good friends, discussing in a lighthearted way, Bernart da Ventadorn and other historical names from our class with Dr. Gustav Reese who very kindly introduced us to the world of musicology. The next year, when I commuted to Juilliard from Michigan and Tom from Washington,DC, we always joked that the school should put us up at the Plaza. The last time I saw Tom was in 2010 when he came to our concert at the Eastman...

Dearest Tom-Tom - We've known each other for 65 great years, starting from being students at Juilliard, until forever - You are a dearest and special friend - A great great pianist and an even greater friend - You are incredible in so many ways - Your kindness and humor - My memories are incredible and keep you alive! I feel so much love for you - May you rest in peace until I follow you - and THEN ...

Mr. Schumacher Without you, I cannot think of my self being as a musician. I regret so much not calling you this year.. you always sent me birthday emails every year and sweet cards. Feel like it is end of the era. You will be missed forever and will always be my best teacher ever. Thank you so much for your support and it will be remembered forever. Hope I can be an inspiring teacher like you Love Iejin

What a profound loss to all of us. I was one of Mr. Schumacher's students at the University of Maryland. Students from around the world came to study under him, many of whom were already well-established pianists in their own countries. Working under Mr. Schumacher, I learned that if I could survive his rigorous training, I could handle almost anything. Thank you, Mr. Schumacher, for preparing me for the real world and for your unwavering support long after my time at Maryland. Your...

I dined almost daily with Tom, on the ocean here at Casa de Manana in La Jolla. He so cherished his friends here, and films we shared, and he'd perform in our main lounge at least annually. He was loved by all he knew, in our 200 elder lively residence. He was a giant in the profession, and sorely missed.