So I concluded

that the real essence of who we are

resides in our talent and whatever talent there is.

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[indistinct chatter]

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[applause]

Motivated by a love of music

and possessed of a clear understanding

of the reasons for practicing,

between your musical self and your personal self

that eventually music and life will interact

in a never-ending cycle of fulfillment.

[Beethoven's Sonata No. 31, Op. 110 playing]

[gentle piano music]

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(Bernstein) Now let's-let's talk about the first slur.

The second notes have to be softer.

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