While in the city of Hämeenlinna, we went to the birth house of Jean Sibelius.  It really is a simple museum--he was not born into wealth.  His father was a doctor, but died when Jean was very young.  The family was then forced to leave that home and move in with his maternal grandmother.  Jean was originally discouraged by his family to pursue a musical career (i.e. find a career that pays!!), but they changed their minds and supported him as he showed such promise.  It was inspiring to see one of his pianos with the Finlandia score perched on it, while his beautiful music played in the background.  The guide even let our family tinker on the grand piano that was set up for concerts in the living room.  I plunked out the right hand of Be Still My Soul--but wished that my more talented cousins could have been there in my stead!