A constant yearning for genuine, vulnerable  human connection is what draws me so wholeheartedly to the work of being a concert artist. As a classical pianist, I feel it is my responsibility to my audience to share a profoundly personal part of myself as I interpret the work of the composers I perform. To that end, every moment at the piano—whether in the practice studio or on stage—is like the most intimate conversation, the warmest bear hug, the most loving connection with those generous enough to offer me their attention for the brief time that I have with them.