Surprisingly, world-class adult performers tend to show less promise as children. In A Nutshell Early stars and adult ...

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Charles Mackerras, born 100 years ago, had a vast and versatile repertoire. But he also left an indelible mark on the legacy ...

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The study found that elite achievement in youth typically starts with a focus on one thing. But the people who achieve the most later in life typically start off with less single-minded engagement.

As we say goodbye to 2025 and look to the year ahead, we have a few ideas for ways to celebrate. From Boston’s annual First ...

The author’s own life and work bear a striking imprint of Shri Muthusvāmi Dīkshitar's model of substantial contributions, illuminating a profound musical and personal lineage ...

A Grammy-nominated classical pianist who wears personalized trainers, Lang Lang is one-of-a-kind in the world of classical music. The 26-year-old has become a sensation in the music world, with a ...

Listening to music can lift mood and motivation, but does it really improve cognition? A psychiatrist explains how music ...