Any Quote by Andre Previn
“I've had the healthy and sobering experience of constantly working with music that is invariably better than any performance of it can be.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 1978
Working with music that surpasses performance highlights the gap between composition and execution.
In simple terms: Music often exceeds what can be performed.
Strive to bridge composition and performance.
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Type
When to use this quote
- recording sessions
- live concerts
- rehearsals
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle unattainable standards?
- Can imperfection be embraced?
May cause frustration for artists.