The Genius of Glenn Gould

In order not to bore anyone to death, key facts about Glenn Gould (September 25, 1932 – October 4, 1982), Pianist. Mainly plays Bach.

1. He would hum whilst playing the piano, even in concerts; it was a bad habit.
2. His dilapidated chair was a compulsory requirement for his playing in both private and public performance. The seat level is well below the usual par in height terms.
3. He would not shake hands with anyone for fear of ruining his hands.
4. He was single all or most of his life.
5. He used to eat eggs at approx 2-3am in the morning at the diner everyday!
6. He was a reclusive.

His strangeness makes him even more mythic somehow.