Musical Explorations: The Magical Creativity in Nikolai Medtner's Fairy Tales
I have been practicing a bit of Medtner for my upcoming concert in a couple weeks at Miami University and for my recording project of his...
Reviving Old Works: What to Expect and Not Expect
I am currently preparing for my faculty concert at Miami University next month. Part of the program will include Brahms Sonata in C...
Concert Recap: Weekend at Bach Festival and Competition at Hesston College
It was a busy weekend full of wonderful activities that included performing, judging, and learning from my distinguished colleagues about...
Protest Music: Rzewski, Winnsboro Cotton Mill Blues
As I mentioned in last week’s post, I am interested in works that are programmatic, pieces that contain a story, because I believe that...
Storytelling in J.S. Bach: Capriccio on the Departure of a Beloved Brother
Let us take a brief break from the late romantic/20th century literature and rewind back to an early work of J.S. Bach: Capriccio on the...
Concert Recap: Collaboration with Cole Tutino, cellist
I would like to get into a regular habit of reflecting and sharing my thoughts here after each concert. As an active performing musician,...
Musical Explorations: Visiting Lukas Foss, Capriccio for Cello and Piano
I just finished rehearsing Lukas Foss, Capriccio for Cello and Piano (1948), with Cole Tutino, Professor of Cello at Miami University. We...
Musical Explorations: Visiting Nikolai Medtner
Many of you may know that I am currently recording the complete solo piano works of forgotten Russian romantic composer, Nikolai Medtner....
Overture: Exploring Lesser-Known Works
Lately, I have been interested in performing lesser-known music. For me, this is a significant change in my creative activities. I have...
