Evelyn Glennie: How to truly listen

The speaker emphasizes the importance of listening in music, not just through the ears but with the whole body. They discuss the difference between translating and interpreting music, highlighting the need for personal experience and creativity. The speaker shares their journey as a deaf musician, overcoming barriers and changing perceptions in music education. They stress the role of acoustics in sound experience and encourage creative listening. The talk concludes with reflections on the fluidity of music and the importance of personal interpretation.

What is the speaker's main goal in life?

• To teach the world to play music

• To teach the world to listen

• To become a famous musician

• To write a book on music

What does the speaker compare the interpretation of music to?

• Solving a math problem

• Reading a book

• Cooking a meal

• Interpreting a person's character

How does the speaker suggest enhancing musical expression?

• By playing faster

• By using heavier sticks

• By letting go and supporting the stick

• By holding the stick tightly

What does the speaker emphasize about listening to oneself?

• It is unnecessary

• It is the first step in understanding music

• It is only for professional musicians

• It is a waste of time

What unique method did the speaker's teacher use to teach music?

• Feeling vibrations through the body

• Listening to music CDs

• Practicing in a soundproof room

• Using only study books

What change did the speaker help bring about in music institutions?

• Inclusivity regardless of physical ability

• Refusal of deaf musicians

• Increased tuition fees

• Focus on classical music only

What was the speaker's reaction to being refused by the Royal Academy of Music?

• Moved to another country

• Decided to quit music

• Challenged the decision

• Accepted the decision

How does the speaker describe the experience of sound for different people?

• Sound is experienced differently based on position

• Sound is best experienced through headphones

• Sound is only heard by musicians

• Everyone hears the same sound

What does the speaker suggest about experiencing music at a concert?

• Wear earplugs to enhance sound

• Focus only on the sound

• Sit as far back as possible

• Allow your body to resonate with the music

What does the speaker say about the role of acousticians?

• They design instruments

• They collaborate with hearing-impaired individuals

• They are not important in music

• They only work with hearing people