The article focuses on the painting "The Singing Lute Player" created by Hendrick Ter Brugghen. Also referred to as "Singing Lute Player in Lost Profile," the painting has been linked to one of Ter Brugghen's authenticated drawings. It is also said to display not only a variation on works featuring musicians and instruments, but shows to advantage the artist's deft manner with depiction of light. An account of Ter Brugghen's early life and education is provided.