In difficult times, people just like to hear music. They like to be moved by what they hear. And music speaks different languages.
Itzhak PerlmanRead
I say to string players in small chamber orchestras, 'it's always easy to become a passenger on the journey in sound, just adding volume to the whole. But if you play in an individual way, it makes the difference between good and great sound in an orchestra.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
Playing individually and with creativity elevates the overall sound of a group.
This quote by Itzhak Perlman emphasizes the importance of individual expression within a collective musical setting. He urges string players in orchestras to avoid merely blending in by increasing their volume, and instead encourages them to bring their unique interpretations and artistry to the music, which can transform a good performance into a great one.
Themes
IndividualityExpressionOrchestraMusicCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
A music teacher might use this quote to inspire students to find their unique sound.
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