MUSINGS

Murray Perahia’s Chopin Études: A Sonic Revelation

Sitting at the piano in the stillness of early morning or late evening is profoundly sacred. The world is either yet to awaken or settling i

Like any human being, the pianist is a complex, multifaceted entity. The mind is a labyrinthine application of our senses, and the pianist's

"The Musician's Oath" delves into musicians' profound commitment to their craft, exploring the dedication, passion, and ethical responsibili

Sonata in A Major D.959 From the first measures of the Allegro , Volodos establishes himself not as a performer in the conventional sense...

Piano study can potentially enrich a child’s development when approached thoughtfully, however, when young children are pressured to study .

Thomas Schwan’s  live interpretation of both Books I and II stands as a resounding success—an achievement of extraordinary technical mastery, intellectual clarity, and spiritual depth. This monumental live recording has been released under his own label, Con Anima , and is now available on CD . The album can be purchased directly through his website: website: https://www.thomasschwan.com/bach-well-tempered-clavier-schwan-cd For those who wish to listen online, both performanc

As a piano teacher, my primary task is to nurture technical skills, artistic expression, and my students' moral and emotional growth....

Leif Ove Andsnes' traversal of Rachmaninov's four piano concertos reveals a synthesis of mastery and imagination rarely encountered in...