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Men's Weekly

Performing Beethoven - what it feels like to embody a master on today's stage

  • Written by Scott Davie, Lecturer in Piano, School of Music, Australian National University

In a series marking the 250th year of his birth, we analyse the brilliance of Ludwig van Beethoven.

When Beethoven died in 1827, thousands of pages of highly notated music were bequeathed to posterity. Yet unlike arts such as painting and sculpture, which communicate directly from the artist to the observer, these otherwise silent pages demand...

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Health & Wellness

Sleep Dentistry for Anxiety: How Modern Treatment Helps Patients Relax

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For many people, dental anxiety isn’t just a minor worry — it’s a barrier that keeps them from getting the care they need. The sound of drills, the sterile scent, or even a simple check-up can cause h...

How to Choose the Right Earplugs for Sleeping: A Comprehensive Guide

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Getting a restful night's sleep is essential for overall health and well-being. For many, external noises—be it a snoring partner, traffic, or noisy neighbors—can disrupt sleep patterns. One effective...

How Teen Depression Differs from Normal Adolescent Mood Swings

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Adolescence is often described as a turbulent period of life. Hormonal changes, social pressures, academic stress, and the search for identity all combine to make the teenage years emotionally inten...