Quote by Michael Tilson Thomas

Earlier in my life, I performed a lot of music. Some of it because I felt it was a demonstration, or a representation of certain intellectual concepts that were very exciting and important.

Earlier in my life, I performed a lot of music. Some of it b

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This quote suggests that the speaker used to engage in music performance with the intention of conveying and expressing intellectual concepts that were significant and exhilarating to them. It implies that they attached meaning and value to their musical endeavors beyond mere entertainment, considering it as a demonstration or representation of ideas they found crucial. This statement reflects their past mindset and motivation in pursuing music.

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