Beauty Quote by Anonymous
“Music, even in situations of the greatest horror, should never be painful to the ear but should flatter and charm it, and thereby always remain music.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Music criticism, 2015
Music should remain aesthetically pleasing even amid horror, offering charm rather than discomfort.
In simple terms: Music must stay beautiful despite grim contexts.
Create art that comforts in dark times.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- war documentaries
- memorial services
- therapy sessions
- public broadcasts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can soothing music aid healing after tragedy?
- When does artistic truth outweigh comfort?
Audiences may find any music during trauma inappropriate or distracting.