After a stranger gifts a boy with autism a piano, he dazzles the world: "He's Mozart level"

Back in 2023, a stranger gifted a boy with autism a piano after seeing his story on the local news. Now, the stranger is more ...

What I found when I scanned the brains of kids creating tunes on the piano

My dad was a scientist and classical guitarist, and my mom played piano. So I actually started playing piano when I was 5 years old and ended up going to Wellesley College to double-major in music and ...

The 11 Most Emotional Golden Buzzer Moments in AGT History

Since its stateside debut during Season 9 of America's Got Talent, the Golden Buzzer — a mechanism that instantly sends an Act straight to the Live Shows — has been an emotional and thrilling part of ...
Mississippi State University

From non-verbal to MSU graduation: Twin brothers power through adversity, find home and voice

Diagnosed with non-verbal autism as toddlers, Kirklyn and his twin brother, Kirk, relied on music to overcome early learning barriers. Kirklyn earned his bachelor’s degree in music education, while ...
STAT

In first meeting, federal autism committee focuses on ‘profound autism’

Rose covers disability and mental health, and she helps write STAT’s daily Morning Rounds newsletter. Confidential tips can be sent to Rose on Signal at rosebroderick.11. BETHESDA, Md. — The federal ...