Remembering Robert Schumann: Again and Again ...

Robert Schumann … again …. and again ....

What to say about my favourite composer ? How to describe the wealth and the immense depth of emotions reflected in his music ? What to say about pushing boundaries of his time and so many hints in his music of the times and styles to come ? Which words could express the profound impact his music has on me and so many other pianists and music lovers ?

Refinement and warmth of his emotions, his lyricism, his ability to tell a story through his music, colour the atmosphere, almost impressionistic at times .......

Words often fail, however when that happens - music takes over and takes us beyond to spheres of the heart and the soul only music can touch.

~ Xenia E. Zilli

© Alternative Approach to Music: Inspiring - Healing - Empowering, Xenia Elizabeth Zilli

On the anniversary of his passing today, listen to one of my favourite Schuman’s works - Vogel als Prophet (Bird as Prophet) from the Waldszenen (Forest Scenes), Op. 82 - delicately, joyously, lyrically, masterly interpreted by Maria João Pires: https://open.spotify.com/track/2HhKf0rDCLDiKxu9Nq2WLe?si=bc925c8fd10544ae

In the picture: Maria João Pires. Quote: Xenia Elizabeth Zilli