Category Archives: Habits

Last night I cooked dinner.  The night before that I also cooked dinner.  This is nothing remarkable for most people, and it shouldn’t be remarkable for me, except that the kitchen has long ceased to be my domain. I was … Continue reading →

Last week while rehearsing in New York, I visited with my violinist friend Eva.  She had just returned from a long trip to Europe during which she hiked the Alps for seven days – along the ridges at the very … Continue reading →

Someone once told me that the only difference between me this year and me next year is the people I will meet and the books I will read.  Though this is obviously a simplification, I tend to think that there’s … Continue reading →

I have had the opportunity to play Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on several occasions now between my work in New York and Philadelphia.  This past week I played four concerts of this great work.  One of the most stunning things to … Continue reading →

Throughout our musical lives, we come across various kinds of Blank Spaces in our calendars.  They can feel like a blessing or a curse depending on the situation.  For students there is the oft-longed-for Summer Vacation.  For recent graduates and … Continue reading →

Last week I played with the ballet.  For those who know me, it is no secret that I love dance.  I even took some beginner ballet classes last year so that I could experience it first-hand.  I had a wonderful … Continue reading →

Throughout our lifetime, if we are fortunate, we come across a few rare souls who, when we are with them, we are brought right into this present moment.  They allow us to experience life in a deeper way than we … Continue reading →