Through NWS programs, these young artists lead music lectures, attend symphony cocktail parties and teach private lessons, learning not only how to perform in front of an audience, but how to interact with one.

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Artists taking the lead commissions came up with "place-specific events" which aimed to "engage communities and celebrate the spirit of the Olympics".

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The move puts pressure on other artists to follow her lead, while simultaneously insinuating that the list of performers may be more extensive than originally thought.

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