Quote by Minnie Maddern Fiske, Mrs. Fiske

I suppose that Paderewski can play superbly, if not quite at his best, while his thoughts wander to the other end of the world, or possibly busy themselves with a computation of the receipts as he gazes out across the auditorium. I know a great actor, a master technician, can let his thoughts play truant from the scene...

I suppose that Paderewski can play superbly, if not quite at

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This quote suggests that highly skilled artists, such as the musician Paderewski or a great actor, have the ability to perform exceptionally even when their thoughts are elsewhere. It implies that their talent and mastery of their craft allows them to effortlessly engage in other mental activities, such as daydreaming or focusing on mundane matters, while still delivering a remarkable performance. Ultimately, this highlights the extent of their skill and the seamless way they can incorporate multiple mental processes into their artistry.

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