VOICED : Behind the scenes with a South Korean competitor in the International Chopin Piano Competition

The speaker, a pianist, discusses their participation in a film competition in Versal and their daily practice routine, which ranges from four to eight hours. They emphasize the importance of interpreting music scores and their personal connection to Chopin's music, which aligns with their introverted personality. The speaker reflects on the significance of music competitions in their life and the need to balance ambition with personal freedom to avoid burnout. They express happiness that their interpretation of Chopin is recognized and appreciated by others.

What does the speaker mean by saying they try not to overdo it this time?

In what way does the speaker feel recognized for their interpretation of Chopin?