Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) is one of the most well known composers in history. He has given us some of the world’s most beloved melodies. I could walk out my front door, throw a rock and likely hit a recording of the 1812 Overture. It wouldn’t even need to be a big rock. His music... Continue Reading →
Scriabin the Mystic
I was first introduced to the music of Alexander Nikolayevich Scriabin (1872-1915) by one of my best friends in college. One of the greatest things about being around musicians is the characters you get to meet and befriend. My musical brother is one of the most naturally talented piano players you might ever meet, and... Continue Reading →
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall
This is a picture of my 11 month old grandson, who is learning to stand and walk on his own. Here he has discovered his mother’s full length mirror, and like most toddlers his age is testing to see if it is food by putting it in his mouth. Mirror images and symmetry are fascinating... Continue Reading →