“Music should strike fire from the heart of man, and bring tears from the eyes of woman.” – Beethoven I had a moment toward the end of last week that made me really sit up and take notice. I was … Continue reading
Just the Beat Inside My Soul
Category Archives: The Mad Pianist’s Take on Music
A Listening Adventure: 4/16-4/26
Listening for the week(s) of April 16-April 26 Delta Goodrem: Innocent Eyes I first heard Delta Goodrem songs during my grad school days. I’m not sure who introduced me to the music of the Australian pop singer but thank you. … Continue reading
A Listening Adventure 4/9-4/15
Toward the beginning of the year, I started a type of project. This is not one of those projects that I stress over but one that is done as I drive. I listen. Over the course of my life, I … Continue reading
Project 210
Hey everyone. I’m back at it again – making some covers and just stretching my circle of comfort a little by sharing. I identify as a pianist, so sharing my voice is difficult for me. It makes me more vulnerable … Continue reading
Christmas Music: The MP Favorites
“One thing I love about Christmas music is that it has a tradition of warmth.” – Zooey Deschanel One of the things that I love most about Christmas is the music. This should really come as no surprise to anyone. … Continue reading
Nightminds Cover
So, I did this today. It’s not much but it was fun to play around with and to create something.
Input/Requests
So, back in 2014 I worked on a recording project. Some of you may remember this project. I did nothing with it in 2015 – I had other pressing concerns last year. I am wanting to pick this project back … Continue reading
Elton John…Live
I just got back from one of the most incredible experiences: Elton John live. I was breathing the same air, in the same room, within just a couple hundred feet of him. Elton John is one of my musical heroes. … Continue reading
Life Happens. Things Break.
So, today in my music group, the head of a maraca went flying! I think it is wonderful and I will tell you why I think it is wonderful. The man that I have playing the maracas is enthusiastic and has become … Continue reading
Teaching Success
“The job of an educator is to teach students to see the vitality in themselves.” – Joseph Campbell I had an experience today with the parent of a student that really made me take a step back. This student started … Continue reading
