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The article examines the musical legacy of pianist and composer Sergei Ivanovich Taneyev. He is considered a pillar of Russian music education. He entered the Moscow Conservatoire where he studied composition under Tchaikovsky and piano performance under Nikolai Robinstein. He graduated with the highest distinction and was asked to replace Tchaikovsky as a teacher of composition at the music school. He held the post of director from 1885 to 1889 and included more Russian music in the performance syllabus. His influence in Russian composers is explored.

An interview with Jean Muller, pianist and professor at the Conservatoire de Luxembourg, is presented. Topics discussed include his recording of composer Franz Liszt's "Transcendental Etudes" and his desire to create an interpretation that can stand multiple listenings, his respect for time when working on musical pieces, and the lessons he learn from his students. Also noted is his current work on a Russian music program.

The article reviews the recordings of Sergei Rachmaninov's "Moments Musicaux, Op 16," "Études-tableaux, Op 33," and "Variations on a Theme of Corelli, Op 42" performed by Xiayin Wang.