You have to change your mind with every orchestra because every orchestra has a different character.
Interpretation
Adapting your mindset is essential when faced with different circumstances or environments.
This quote by Kurt Masur emphasizes the importance of flexibility and adaptability in different situations. Just as each orchestra has its unique character and style, individuals must be willing to adjust their thoughts and approaches to align with the specific context they are in, whether in music, work, or life.
In practice
This quote can be inspiring for musicians at a workshop focused on collaboration with different ensembles.
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Every daring attempt to make a great change in existing conditions, every lofty vision of new possibilities for the human race, has been labeled Utopian.
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