Physical fitness is just as crucial for a piano player or a drummer as it is for any other athlete. Take, for example, this fascinating scientific study quantifying the physical effort it takes to play the quads in a marching band. When you watch that kind of high-energy performance, it’s easy to see why musicians…

The Evolution of an Audiophile It took a long time, but I am finally happy with my musical setup. Today, I want to talk about my hi-fi gear while trying not to sound like a commercial. I have been an audiophile of sorts since the early 1990s. Back then, the internet did not exist. Researching…

Artistry in music is a mysterious concept, one that often confuses musicians themselves. Trying to define it feels a lot like trying to define beauty—it is always entirely in the eye of the beholder. Because of this, I prefer to focus only on what artistry means to me. To me, an artist is simply someone…

Dave Grohl belongs to an elite, ultra-exclusive musical club—one with likely fewer than five members in history. Alongside icons like Phil Collins, Don Henley, and Karen Carpenter, he stands out as one of the rare person famous for both commanding the drums and leading on vocals. To honor this extraordinary talent on this beautiful Chicago…

Professional musicians often face a hidden danger. Strrangely, it comes when you’re doing good. That danger is severe burnout. Being buried in gigs, students, and recording sessions can crush your energy. It sounds like a good problem to have. However, carrying too much work can take the joy out of music. Here are some warning…

Domenico Scarlatti, a prominent Baroque composer who lived from 1685 to 1757, is known among modern pianists for his extensive musical legacy. Throughout his life, he composed 555 unique keyboard sonatas, many of which are frequently performed on concert stages today. According to an old anecdote, the composer was relaxing in a comfortable chair in…