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Michael Tilson Thomas

But if I can be convinced and then through the work that we do together, the orchestra can really be convinced of the big sweep of that communication that the piece suggests, then the audience will get it and it will be a good experience for all of us.

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Michael Tilson Thomas is saying that if he personally understands the main message of a musical piece and helps the orchestra understand it deeply as well, then the musicians will be able to express that message clearly. As a result, the audience will grasp the intended meaning of the music, making the performance successful for everyone involved.

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