Condolence: I cannot put into words how this woman helped me. She was kind, on the absence kindness. She was was wise in a maelstrom of chaos. She was not just teacher, but mentor, and loved one. I’m a better man for knowing her.

Condolence: I took piano lessons with Miss Giannini 40 years ago, can still play some Chopin from memory, but even more of an impact was her belief in me. Her careful listening and her guidance influenced my subsequent work as a therapist with children and their families, "passing it forward" to many. Her spirit lives on

Condolence: Thank you Miss G... for being who you were... for sharing your love of music with your students and your love for all of us. You have touched and enriched the lives so many of us. It's been over 40 years since I last saw you in person, and yet, it will always seem like yesterday. Happy memories, joy of singing, and your caring for us as we grew towards adulthood. Your room was a haven, a family room, a community, and a home we knew was there when we needed it. Bless you. Love you. See you again sometime...I have no doubt. Just give us time to warm up our voices!

Condolence: It is difficult to begin writing a tribute about someone when that person had such a huge unmistakable positive impact on my life. To know Toni is to be blessed. Miss G always made you first when she listened to you and she always made us feel respected. That was very important at the time. Her love of life and children could be seen by all. I will always treasure the time when I introduced my young son to her. It was very meaningful for me. The world is a better place because she was here and I am a better man because I knew her. Thank you my dear friend with so much love.

Condolence: Miss G. was the type of teacher most people only see in movies and TV shows. Someone who transcends the subject into lessons of life and love and self-esteem. I don’t think I’ve even spoken to Miss G. since I graduated, but what she taught me has been a part of me ever since. Thank you for that. I will never forget you. Much love. Steven Solomon, Class of 1984

Condolence: The most amazing human being that I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. She was so much more than a teacher. She provided an environment that almost necessitated growth and insight in all of her classes. She had the ability to present great music without labels and textbook definitions, enabling her students to come to the realization on their own that were in the presence of something very special. Through her passion for music and teaching, she actually taught us about beauty, humility, spirituality, and above all, love. Love of music, love of live, and love of ourselves. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her as I did, but I'm sure, as we write these condolences, heaven is singing her praises as we did for so many years. Miss G. Thank you for sharing yourself and enriching the lives of so many.

Condolence: I don't have many fond memories of my high school years, but my time spent in Miss G's classes were some of the best. She wanted so desperately for us to experience all the good things in life. I've thought of this many times over the years, and I wish I could've told her how much of an impact she made. Thank you Miss G. for being such a positive force in my life and the lives of so many others.

Condolence: I'm so sorry to hear of Miss G's passing. My brother, sister and I were regulars in Rm 101. In that room, I survived High School. Ms. G's passion for music, high expectations and raw honesty about everything was a breath of fresh air. Every student felt special in her class! I only wish I had been in touch with her recently to let her know........

Condolence: We are so sorry to hear about Aunt Nette passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, What a great lady, The Cutting Family

Condolence: I am so sad to learn of Miss G.'s passing. I was a regular in Room 101, and took every class she offered at Doherty in the late 60s. Inspired by her, I pursued my dream, and also became a music teacher, my profession to this day, 40 years later. I spent many evenings sitting around the table at Frank and Rosemarie's home, getting to know her nieces, Anne and Elizabeth and her nephew Frank. How she loved you three! (I also enjoyed many philosophical discussions with Louis.) Miss G. was truly an inspiration, both as an accomplished musician, and as a dedicated, passionate teacher. I will never forget her. She continues to inspire me to this day.

Condolence: What a profound blessing to have known Miss Giannini. I came to know her at Doherty Memorial High School in room 101 and as a private piano student. To know her as a teacher was to know her as a human being. No human being that I have ever known has challenged the depth of one's being as she did through music. As she wrote in my high school yearbook "There are no words. All has been said through music." She taught us to, as she would say, "get out of the way" and let the music speak. And that it did -- in ways that were transformational beyond words. As I went on to become a university music teacher and choral director, I came to realize early on that I had reached a peak in my life. In room 101. Where I had not only met the greatest music teacher of my life, but one of the greatest human beings that anyone could ever be so blessed to know. My ever so deep heartfelt sympathy and prayers to her beloved family. May her memory be eternal.

Condolence: Miss Gianinni was a beacon of excellence, inspiration and generosity and every student fortunate enough to study with her knows this. She changed my life for the better in myriad ways and I will be forever be grateful to the woman who challenged me and taught me to "look up!". (And she didn't suffer fools, so to be in her circle was a special honor.) Post high school graduation, I continued my correspondence with her for decades and, when my husband and I moved recently, I found that I was unable to discard the carefully saved packet of her wonderful letters, always distinguished by her beautiful handwriting and even more by her unique spirit. To put so much beauty into the world for 91 years is quite an accomplishment! I know her family will miss her keenly because she's simply irreplaceable. With heartfelt condolences and the deepest admiration. patricia randell (one of Miss G's chorus kids)

Condolence: My deepest condolences to Giannini family. I had the good fortune of being her dentist for the past many years. She brought in a special cheer to our office each time she visited. She never forgot to ask me about my little son. My team at Welcome Smiles and me, we will miss her radiant smile. I will always be carrying fond memories of her in my heart. My prayers for the departed soul. My sympathies to all her family and those who knew her.

Condolence: My deepest sympathy to the family of Miss Giannini. Our paths first crossed when she was my music teacher at Belmont St School in the 50's(when she went to several schools in the system). She shared her warm heart and love of music to each child. She opened my heart to music forever. Much later in the 80's, I took an enrichment course in music appreciation and lo and behold, Miss Giannini was the teacher. She looked at me and actually remembered my face from all those years ago(as I'm sure she did all her students).THAT was the special person she was. Her family should be comforted to know her love given continues to inspire. I'm so very sorry for your loss....

Condolence: I was one of her many Doherty students, taking up to 4 classes with her by senior year. I was permanently signed out of home room to 101. I sang in the chorus all through HS and loved every minute of her classes.Her great love of music was shared by all of her students. She will be remembered always in my heart. My sympathies to all her family and those who knew her.

Condolence: Teaching for many years at Doherty Memorial High School in Worcester, Ms G was a special teacher indeed. In addition to teaching music and leading the school chorus, she offered a safe haven for many of Doherty's students. Her door was always open and was her heart. For a beginning teacher, as I was in the early 70s, she offered the same to me. For that I shall always be grateful.

Condolence: I will very much miss Antoinette, even though I did not find time to see her often in recent years. She was dedicated in her teaching; committed to supporting the arts for young people; enthusiastic when seeing children grow musically and otherwise. And, of course, she cared very much for the family that supported her in these later years. Antoinette will always be a part of our memories at Pakachoag Music School where her support as a board member and donor has made a lasting difference.

Condolence: Music was the love of her life, and we all felt that love because she saw music in each of us.

Condolence: My deepest condolences to Ms. G's family and friends. She was truly a remarkable woman. And yes dear woman, I only came to homeroom to see your smile and have a laugh. With much love and affection. Chris B homeroom 101 1975