Believe Quote by Darius Milhaud
“It is curious how people go on believing that the musician knows less about what he is doing than those that judge him.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing music criticism, 1960s
People often assume musicians lack insight compared to critics, undervaluing their expertise.
In simple terms: People think musicians know less than judges.
Respect artistic expertise.
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When to use this quote
- concert reviews
- studio recordings
- public debates
- media interviews
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does expertise affect artistic creation?
- When should we trust a critic’s opinion?
Assumes all critics are knowledgeable, which may not be true.