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MARJORIE GORDON Obituary
Passed away on December 8, 2015. A kind and generous person with a great sense of humor, she was devoted to her many friends and students. She taught at many universities and music camps, and was the founder of the Detroit Opera Theater, the Detroit Piccolo Opera, and co-founded "Adventures in Music" for the Detroit Public School system. She made her operatic debut with the New York Philharmonic, and went on to sing with the best orchestras in the country. She gave recitals with her violist husband, Nathan Gordon in Greece, Europe, Canada, and Israel. She was a member of many musical organizations, including the Florida Music Teachers Association, the National Teachers Association, and the Broward County Music Club. She left one child, Peter Gordon and three grandchildren, Ted and Josh Gordon and Douglas Schwartz.
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JOHN LLOYD
May 5, 2018
I sang with the Chautauqua Opera Chorus for 11 seasons, and heard Marjorie Gordon sing many roles, my favorite being Rosina in "The Barber of Seville". She was a true artist and a delightful lady to be around -- her laughter brightened the rehearsal halls.
Davis Gloff
August 7, 2016
Marjorie is a treasure to be always remembered. She was not only a superlative musician, she was a warm and loving soul. She brought Joy and Art to all our lives
As Director of the Piccolo Opera, She gave the singers with her group opportunities to sing in places that welcomed and celebrated opera, and to sing performances that were top flight as well as just plain fun.
We will miss her a lot.
Nancy Murphy
June 11, 2016
I am so sorry to just learn of the death of dear Marjorie. She was my first voice teacher, when she lived in Detroit and I was a mere 16 years old. She was so incredibly kind and very instrumental in my attending U of M and earning my voice degree and even to my being able to continue singing now. I had the good fortune to reach out to her a few years ago, to tell her how much she had meant to me, and to inquire if she remembered me from those long ago days in Detroit. She was as gracious as ever, responding: of course I remember you, sweet Nancy, and recounted back to me her memories. I am so glad to have that correspondence. A very special lady in deed. Condolences to all the family who will miss her so acutely.
Megan Lipsky
March 21, 2016
She was my teacher for many years, so sad to hear of her passing. She taught me everything on bel canto technique, I will miss her.
Brandy Galos
February 24, 2016
She came to visit us about a decade ago and blew me away. She was exactly what I want to be like when I reach that stage in life. I wish I had known her when she was young. I loved her spirit and energy and zest.
Sharon Mischakoff
February 23, 2016
Peter, I am so sorry that I am just learning of this loss for you and your family. Your mother was a very special and talented woman...seems to me the end of an era.
Mike Galos
February 23, 2016
Losing Cousin Margie feels like losing another link in my immediate family. She and my mom and my Aunt Miriam were of a kind and a kind we don't really see anymore. The whole family has lost yet another of that key group of musicians from a generation that viewed the world just a bit differently and just a bit better than we've managed since.
January 20, 2016
To my dear voice teacher of many years ago - you will truly be missed. My thanks to you and your family for guiding me along my path of vocal music. I still continue to teach voice and piano here in my hometown of Petoskey, Mi. Sincerely, June Zoerhof
January 4, 2016
May she R.I.P and nay God comfort and console all
January 3, 2016
Florence and David Scheirer send our condolences to the family. Marge was such an unusual woman so very talented. We were fortunate that we were able to spend many evenings with her in Florida eating and laughing...she will be missed.
Felicia Rosenfeld
January 3, 2016
Cousin Marjorie was always the life of family get togethers. She had a gorgeous voice and a gorgeous spirit. Sending hugs
January 3, 2016
My cousin Margy was always so much fun and full of exuberance. You can see her glowing personality in her picture. I will miss her.
Lois Glantz Rosenfeld
Sara Rosenfeld Dassel
January 3, 2016
I have fond memories of Cousin Marjorie's visits with my mom, her sisters, and my Grandma. Always lots of laughter and music. Sending condolences.
Eileen Prager
December 20, 2015
I have so many memories of Marjorie, Ruth and my mom (Miriam)! Her smile was contagious, her voice was glorious and her spirit will live on in her children. I'm so sorry for your loss.
December 20, 2015
Peter -- we will remember your mom always. She was a special lady.
Love,
cousin Penny
Anne Heiles
December 20, 2015
Oh, Peter! Am so sorry to learn this!!
Love, Anne
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