Regina Spektor reflects on her current tour, which features solo performances accompanied by a Steinway piano, and discusses the unique freedom and spontaneity this format offers her. She recalls her journey from her classical music roots in Moscow to becoming a celebrated singer-songwriter, crediting a pivotal trip to Israel at age 16 for sparking her love of songwriting. Spektor shares her gratitude for her audience's openness to both her new material and classic songs, noting their role in her continued success. She cherishes her career milestones, including breaking into New York's East Village music scene and achieving a major-label breakthrough with Soviet Kitsch, while embracing the joy and privilege of performing worldwide.