January 2011

I would like to wish everyone a very Happy New Year. I spent most of my holidays relaxing with family and snowboarding with friends. I know what some of you are thinking...that I should be watching those hands and wrists of mine! Well, I am certainly not a hero on the mountain! There’s something so special and humbling about being on a mountain. It’s hard to explain, but the connection between an artist and nature is what fuels us.

Things have been busier for me at work, however I always promised to myself that would not compromise my life musically. So I have begun to plan my musical life for this year. Some exciting events include giving a recital and seminar at the 2011 Canadian Federation Music Teacher’s Association (with other great artists like the Gryphon Trio), and a tribute to Liszt’s 200th birthday in Budapest. In June there are a couple of competitions of which I may choose one of them. Time will tell, though deadlines are approaching! Here is a photo of my office waiting room. You will notice the Yamaha upright that I practice on most days.

With memories in 2011 including Carnegie Hall and Nice, I am excited to look forward to a promising new year. Thank you for checking in everyone!