This author is quite often described by respected critics and musical peers as one of the finest artists in the world--making the young pianist's mark on music both undeniable and admirable. In this speech he shares his thoughts on improvisation. The ability to improvise is integral to the future of classical music. Classical pianists are still not putting improvisation over other areas, such as rote learning, technique, and memory. He believes that all of these facets are positively impacted by improvisation.