I began playing the Piano at the age of five; and began giving performances at about seven years of age. As I progressed, I became more interested in composition. At about ten, my first compositions came into being. Blessed with absolute pitch, I have the ability to compose "blind"; that is, without hearing what has been written, in order to proceed. My influences include Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Delibes, Webern, Mahler, etc.; among some contemporaries. I owe a debt of gratitude to teachers, composers; and this site which allows fellow musicians to share and give feedback on their work. (Hide extended text)...(Read all)