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"I thought the whole world was making music" • Lisa Batiashvili - Living the Classical Life Ep. 89
"Time is an important teacher" -Lisa Batiashvili ? Filmed in May of 2021 in Munich,
violinist Lisa Batiashvili opens up about her musical world, describing her support of young musicians and what it takes to provide for their future. She shares thoughts on motivation and practicing, as well as confidence and focus on stage—and what it means to feel ready.
A former New York Philharmonic artist-in-residence, she was the violin soloist at the 2018 Nobel Prize concert. ? Episode 89
• Filmed in Munich May 6, 2021 Running time: 44 minutes Video: www.katalog-film.de 0:00 Introduction and Sibelius Concerto excerpt with Paavo Järvi 1:24 Intro from host Zsolt Bognár and
Title Sequence
2:15 Start of Conversation: what we do is who we are?
5:40 Taking a hiatus, keeping momentum
8:53 Being kind to yourself
11:12 Practice away from the instrument
12:45 Musical beginnings
16:19 Soviet style music education; Ana Chumachenco 21:54 Confidence
24:10 Focus on Stage
28:15 Feeling Ready, Recording
33:01 Brahms
34:50 Georgian Music
36:50 Batiashvili Foundation
39:17 Francois Leleux
41:53 Future plans
44:45 Closing sequence and credits
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIWAVBis0cc
what we do is who we are? How so?
The proverb "what we do is who we are" conveys the notion that our activities are what define us as individuals, and that our personalities are formed according to the decisions we make and the activities we take in our daily lives. This assertion is correct in a number of respects. Our activities are a reflection of the beliefs, values, and priorities that guide our lives. For instance, if we demonstrate repeatedly that we value compassion, honesty, and integrity in our acts, then these deeds demonstrate that these characteristics are essential to us and are a component of who we are as persons.
At the same time, it is essential to keep in mind that our behaviors may not always provide an accurate representation of who we are. It is possible for us to act in a way that is not compatible with our core values and beliefs, make mistakes, or behave in ways that are inconsistent with our character. In situations like these, it is essential to own responsibility for our acts and do all we can to make amends, if that is required. We also have the option of viewing our errors and slip-ups as an opportunity for personal development and reflection, and working toward improving our performance in the future as a direct result of these efforts.
While if the things we do do play a vital part in the formation of our identities, ultimately, who we are is such a complicated and multi-faceted idea that it cannot be completely represented by our actions alone. Other aspects of our lives, such as our thoughts and feelings, relationships, and accomplishments, as well as other aspects, all contribute to our sense of who we are as individuals and to our total identity.
