Famous quote by Kurt Masur

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I can go in front of an orchestra. I can go in front of an audience. But if you see me walking through an audience in th
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"I can go in front of an orchestra. I can go in front of an audience. But if you see me walking through an audience in the reception or through a lot of people, I'm still shy"

- Kurt Masur

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Kurt Masur's quote speaks with the duality of his character. On one hand, he is a positive and accomplished conductor, able to lead an orchestra and an audience with ease. On the other hand, he is still shy in social situations, particularly when he is walking through a crowd of individuals. This quote reflects the concept that even the most successful and confident people can still feel shy in certain circumstances. It likewise talks to the concept that self-confidence and shyness can exist together in the very same individual. Masur's quote is a tip that even the most successful people can still feel shy in specific circumstances, and that it is completely regular to feel by doing this.

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Germany Flag This quote is written / told by Kurt Masur somewhere between July 18, 1927 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from Germany. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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