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# **How Piano Keys Rekindled My Tech Romance**

Let's be honest, folks, it's totally possible to fall out of love with technology. I've seen seasoned techies ditch their laptops for greener pastures (literally, in some cases). Suddenly, debugging code is replaced with tending to goats, and the latest **[JavaScript framework](https://hackmd.io/@animo/afj-anoncreds-w3c?utm_source=preview-mode&utm_medium=rec)** is less exciting than the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. It happens. And when it does, it can feel like a betrayal of the tech ethos. We're supposed to be the forward-thinkers, the innovators, the ones who embrace the bleeding edge. But sometimes, the allure of a hot cup of joe and a world beyond ones and zeroes is just too strong to resist.

**My Tech Burnout and the Unexpected Savior**

I'll admit, I've been there. A few months ago, I found myself scrolling through GitHub with the enthusiasm of a sloth on a treadmill. The thrill of parsing data or exploring the depths of PostgreSQL had vanished. And the latest AI buzz? It just felt like noise. Instead, I found myself drawn to the piano. Well, not a real piano, but a digital one. I dug up dusty old practice books from Archive and dove headfirst into the world of chords, scales, and arpeggios. I was terrible, but something about those black and white keys sparked a joy I hadn't felt in ages.

![hqdefault](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/SJiYYgYY0.jpg)


**A Victorian Sonos and the Quirks of the Keyboard**

As I fumbled through those exercises, I couldn't help but think about the history of the piano. The image of a 19th-century lady, the "Sonos of her time," playing for her family sparked my curiosity. And then there was the keyboard itself. What a strange and wonderful contraption! Seven white keys, five black ones, all arranged in a seemingly arbitrary pattern. Who on earth designed this thing? But as I learned more, I realized that the keyboard is a testament to human ingenuity, a clever hack that allows us to organize and control an infinite spectrum of sound. And all thanks to the new piano gallery at **[muex](https://muex.com/new-piano-gallery/yamaha/clavinova/cvp-series/1588771000006543083/cvp-909)**, I found that the Clavinova models are not that pricey anymore.

**From Chants to Chaos: The Beauty of Human Perversity**

The piano wasn't designed to be a rockstar instrument. It was intended for simple, churchy melodies. But what did we do with it? We took that 12-note interface and ran with it, creating everything from Beethoven's symphonies to Lady Gaga's pop anthems. And that's what rekindled my love for tech. I realized that technology, like the piano, is just a tool. It's what we do with it that matters. We take these tools, these seemingly rigid structures, and bend them to our will, creating beauty, chaos, and everything in between.

![maxresdefault](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/r1MhYxYtR.jpg)


**The Tech Industry's Identity Crisis: Are We Chimps or Humans?**

The tech industry often talks about replacing humans with machines, but it seems to forget that we're not just rational beings. We're **[emotional, creative](https://medium.com/@ICONOREOLUWA/creative-people-are-too-emotional-f68e95b7dd07)**, and sometimes downright irrational. And that's what makes us so darn interesting. The piano is a reminder that even with a limited set of tools, we can create something truly amazing. So, the next time you find yourself feeling burnt out on tech, take a step back and explore something new. You might just discover a hidden passion that reignites your love for the digital world.

For me, it was the piano. For you, it might be painting, pottery, or even just taking a walk in the park. Whatever it is, embrace it. Let your creativity flow, and don't be afraid to break the rules. After all, that's what makes us human, and that's what makes technology so darn amazing. And hey, if you're ever in the market for a new instrument, check out the awesome selection at your local music store San Francisco. You never know, you might just discover your inner Mozart.
