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"So I remember the first rehearsal was just like, oh, I can hear how out of tune - you know - how out of tune everyone's singing."
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First time on IEMs, the veil lifts: flaws that wedges masked—pitch, blend, balance—snap into focus. For a hearing-impaired pianist/MD, that clarity is both humbling and empowering, showing how IEMs raise the bar on musicianship and accountability. It’s the moment tech turns into better performances.
Scott Simons
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"So I remember the first rehearsal was just like, oh, I can hear how out of tune - you know - how out of tune everyone's singing."
Speaker: Scott Simons
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Context: First time on IEMs, the veil lifts: flaws that wedges masked—pitch, blend, balance—snap into focus. For a hearing-impaired pianist/MD, that clarity is both humbling and empowering, showing how IEMs raise the bar on musicianship and accountability. It’s the moment tech turns into better performances.
This isn’t a story about gear.
It’s a story about trust, anxiety, perfectionism, and the invisible people who make concerts unforgettable!
