Endeavour to play easy pieces well and with elegance; that…
“Endeavour to play easy pieces well and with elegance; that is better than to play difficult pieces badly.”
About This Quote
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Playing simple pieces elegantly is preferable to playing complex pieces poorly.
In simple terms: Play easy pieces well; avoid bad performance of hard pieces.
Key Takeaway
Focus on mastery of basics.
Themes
music
skill
practice
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
advice
musical
When to use this quote
- concert preparation
- daily practice
- teaching beginners
- recital programming
Key Concepts
musicianship
elegance
technique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you improve elegance in simple works?
- When is tackling difficulty worthwhile?
A Different Perspective
Complex pieces may still be valuable for growth.