My sole recreations consist in dancing English hornpipes and cutting capers. Italy is a land of sleep; I am always drowsy here.
Wolfgang Amadeus MozartRead
I live in a country where music has very little success, though, exclusive of those who have forsaken us, we have still admirable professors and, more particularly, composers of great solidity, knowledge, and taste.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Mozart acknowledges the challenges faced by music in his country but recognizes the talent and quality present in its composers and educators.
In this quote, Mozart reflects on the struggles of the music scene in his homeland, where success seems limited. Despite this, he highlights the presence of exceptional musicians and composers who possess deep knowledge and strong skills, suggesting that true artistic merit can exist even in an environment where it may not be fully appreciated or rewarded.
Themes
MusicSuccessTalentComposersArtisticKnowledge
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used by a music educator to inspire students about the value of their craft despite obstacles.
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