092 - Beauty, Artistry, and Intention (A Tribute to Marvin Blickenstaff)

Field Notes on Music Teaching & Learning · Feb 11, 2026 · 14m

At the end of January, we lost a wonderful musician, teacher, and pedagogue, Marvin Blickenstaff. You’ve probably heard me talk about Marvin on the podcast before—he had a profound impact on my teaching.With a career spanning over six decades, Marvin dedicated himself to serving piano students and teachers worldwide. He valued deep emotional expression at the keyboard and a human connection through the music. He once said, “The only reason that music exists is to express who we are and how we feel.”Today, I’m sharing some of the most important things I learned from Marvin and how they show up…