This week I interview pianist, composer, teacher and Zen Buddhist priest, Ástvaldur Zenki Traustason. We talk about his approach to the internal critic, how Zen influences the way he plays and the role of humor in Zen Buddhism.

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https://www.zen.is/

https://www.zenki.is/

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Books recommended by Ástvaldur:

Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind by Shunryu Suzuki

Music mentioned:

Sacred Hymns by Keith Jarrett

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