I have played piano and studied music a little bit, only enough to know that there are many different levels, most of which I will not be able to reach with the amount of time and effort I have spent on it. However, it is always very inspiring to see people who aspire to the great performers and work hard to try and get there.

There is an interesting difference between the way female and male pianists perform, and to an extent they way they compose and conduct differently as well. I wonder if you have noticed this amongst your peers :)