A performance of 'La Puerta del Vino' mixed with a closer look at the role of the performer in romantic music. Contextual insight into the views of famous composers such as Debussy and the opinions of respected musicologists shed light on both sides of a performer's purpose: an artist in their own right, or simply the 'middle man'? This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx