Interpretation is a performing art similar, in a way, to figure skating. Figure skaters start their training at an early age, and it takes them years to reach the professional level. Interpreters learn and master their working languages for many years, even decades, if not for a lifetime. Figure skaters know what technical and artistic elements need to be included in their programs. They practice for months and work tirelessly to incorporate them into a cohesive presentation. Yet very few can consistently perform at their highest level. Something could be always be done better — this jump higher, the landing cleaner, this transition more effortless ... To read this entire article you must be a MultiLingual subscriber. For immediate access to the current issue, subscribe to the digital version. Already a subscriber?

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