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a great pianist is not enough. I think it’s always better to explain the piece more, so that this connection between
art and audience is closer. In popular music, what I have observed is there’s so much interaction between the audience and the artist. For example, I’m always interested to watch Lady Gaga. She wears these high heels, and she always says, “Hey, how are you guys feeling today?” with the microphone pointing to the audience. It’s not as stiff as a classical concert, where you sit there, and even your breathing can be heard by the person sitting next to you. Why not bring the atmosphere from popular concerts, and then bring young generations into classical music? . . . It’s not only about touching people’s hearts but bringing everyone together into unity.
DH: What motivates you to keep classical music fresh?
JC: Right now, especially, I’m overwhelmed with my coursework and so many things going on. But the
ultimate goal is, what am I doing? I always have to have some contribution to society. I feel that is really what makes me happy, the meaning of what I do, what my life is. I’m always working towards this and trying to create more stories! And that makes me think about new ideas. I’m not a good dancer at all, and I would never dance in public,
it’s very awkward. But I want to bring something fresh to the stage, whether it’s successful or even if I don’t have a good reaction. I always risk myself and go out of my comfort zone. Instead of just being very proper, why not bring the action?
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