Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1

It is estimated that 121 million people world-wide suffer from depression. Whereas there are many causes of depression, indications are that the current economic climate, reflecting the worst economic times since the Great Depression, has resulted in an alarming increase in the number of Americans suffering from depression. There is scientific evidence that music can help to ease the symptoms of depression (http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080122203158.htm). With this in mind, we invite you to take time out from your busy schedule, relax momentarily and listen to our “Inspiring Music Selection for Today”, personally selected for you by our President, Karl.

Today′s selection is Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 by the world-famous Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Herbert von Karajan and with Alexis Weissenberg at the piano. According to Karl: “Whenever I listen to this haunting musical piece, it has a mesmerizing effect on me, evoking pure positivity and wonderment. I invite you to immerse yourself in this brilliant composition that will momentarily take you beyond space and time.”