Speed Creates Space

When I play the piano, I don’t just hear music—I actually see shapes moving through space. These shapes travel at different speeds, and I find myself following them with my eyes or mind. The way they move creates a special feeling of space around me.

This experience changes depending on the piano I’m playing. On premium grand pianos like the Yamaha, Bechstein, Steinway, and Bösendorfer, the shapes feel bigger, clearer, and more alive. With upright pianos, the experience is different—the soundboard is positioned vertically instead of underneath, and that changes how the sound (and the shapes I see) spreads through space. The shapes feel more compact, with a focused energy I also enjoy. I like both types—each one gives me a unique way of experiencing music visually.

Recently, I’ve gained better control over the speed of the shapes through different touches on the keys. Softer or harder playing changes how fast or slow they move, and it feels like I’m shaping the music in a whole new way.

For me, music isn’t just something I hear—it’s something I see and feel, moving through space. To me, speed creates space—and it’s a personal way to experience sound.