This Cat Must Have A Piano Performance Every Morning

Some cats demand breakfast as soon as their humans wake up. Others want playtime. Zlatko? He wants a concert.

Every morning, without fail, he pads into the room with a clear message: no food, no games — not until the piano has been played. It’s not just a passing quirk. This is a routine he’s kept since he was a kitten, when the sound of a few keys would send him trotting in from another room to listen.

Over time, that simple curiosity became a tradition. Zlatko doesn’t care if it’s Bach, jazz, or a bit of improvisation — as long as the music flows, he’s happy. Sometimes he stretches out on the piano lid, sometimes at your feet, and occasionally he’ll rest a paw on your knee as if to say, “I’m ready. Begin.”

And if you stop playing too soon? Expect an unmistakable look that says you’ve disappointed your most loyal audience member.

Watch the video below to meet Zlatko — the cat who believes every day should start with live music.

💡 Did You Know?

Cats can actually have strong preferences for certain sounds and rhythms — and science backs it up. While most human music doesn’t do much for them, some cats will develop a taste for specific instruments, tones, or even their owner’s playing style.

Researchers have found that cats respond most to “species-appropriate music,” which mimics the frequencies and tempos they use in communication. Purring tends to fall around 25–50 hertz, and friendly trills or chirps are higher pitched — so music with similar elements can be comforting.

In Zlatko’s case, his love for the piano may be as much about association as sound. If the music has always been paired with calm attention, gentle touch, or a relaxed atmosphere, his brain has likely linked it to safety and affection. Over time, that association becomes so strong that hearing the first few notes triggers a sense of contentment — and even sleep.

It’s no wonder Zlatko can nap for hours beside the piano. For him, those chords aren’t just noise — they’re a familiar, comforting backdrop that tells him all is well in his world.