Our Blog: Scherzo

November 14th, 2022
The case for taking a break
Getting away, with a book, a hobby, a walk around the block, for 15 minutes, or a weekend, or a lengthy vacation, is absolutely vital.


September 29th, 2022
Just a stage
Otis Twelve has gone through various stages in his life. His latest? As usual it involves a remote control.

July 22nd, 2022
Emotional support? Maybe.
Otis Twelve opines about emotional support animals. He’s in favor…to a certain degree.

June 15th, 2022
Drawing a Line to Chopin
When KVNO station manager and host of Midday Classics, Sherry Kennedy Brownrigg, asked if I’d be willing to draw a cartoon celebrating the music we play, I instantly knew the direction I’d go. Occasionally, ideas are like that. They practically write (or draw!) themselves. Besides, the topic is one in which I’m very passionate.

June 3rd, 2022
Art Inspires Art
You know the feeling when you tour an art exhibit or enjoy a concert and feel inspired to create something of your own? We often see instances in the visual arts in which one artist is inspired to create a work after seeing the work of another artist. And composers are no different—many composers have written works in response to beautiful works of art.