interviews with musicians – Page 62

Suzanne Shulman, flautist

January 16, 2023 The Cross-Eyed Pianist

For me success is feeling grateful for the opportunities I have had, and still enjoying those that I maintain with close and dear musician friends.

The more I can find insight into the meaning of the musical sounds being expressed by the composers, the more intensely I find myself being inspired to emote and communicate musical intentions on stage.

Laura Serra, pianist

January 5, 2023 The Cross-Eyed Pianist

In the end, our goal is to get to the audience’s heart, to influence them in a positive and emotional way.

Susanna MacRae, soprano

January 2, 2023 The Cross-Eyed Pianist

Get involved in as many things as you can, find the repertoire and stories which motivate you and bring these things to your audiences. Not everyone will love you; go where you are loved.