Ever wonder what goes on backstage before a concert pianist walks out on the stage

An encore isn’t rehearsed in the same way as the main program. It's prepared, but it feels a bit like a letter not yet sent

I just returned from a concert tour aboard Queen Elizabeth on her voyage to Alaska. It was absolutely brilliant

As professional musicians, we’re used to pushing ourselves—tight rehearsal schedules, back-to-back concerts, late nights, early mornings. The pressure to always be “on” can make the idea of taking a full day off feel like a luxury

I just returned from my transatlantic crossing tour. Queen Mary 2 was magnificent as always

May is here, my birthday month! I have always loved this time of the year