"The Burning Piano" is a captivating biography of Wolfgang Dauner, one of the most significant European jazz musicians. The author, Wolfgang Schorlau, sheds light on the life and career of the pianist, trumpeter, and composer who self-taught himself in the jazz clubs of American soldiers during the post-war period. Dauner, regarded as a co-founder of the United Jazz and Rock Ensemble, consistently blurred the lines between jazz, classical, and rock music. His concerts in the 1960s were often more than just musical performances; they were events that captivated the audience. This biography is published in honor of his 75th birthday and offers a deep insight into the life of a passionate musician known as the "Romantic of Beautiful Sound.".