Pianists Quote by Haruki Murakami
““If the composition's imperfect, why would so many pianists try to master it?' 'Good question. I have no great explanation for it, but one thing I can say. Works have a certain imperfection to them have an appeal for that very reason. There's something in it that draws you in, more than more fully realized novels. ou discover something about that work that tugs at your heart- or maybe we should say the work discovers you. ~page 111 #canbetakenasacommentaryonthisnoveloverall””
About This Quote
Source Novel: (unnamed) by Haruki Murakami, page 111
Imperfect works attract because their flaws resonate emotionally, making the audience feel discovered by the art.
In simple terms: Flawed art pulls us in emotionally.
Key Takeaway
Seek beauty in imperfection.
Themes
art
emotion
imperfection
Mood
contemplative
nostalgic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading literature
- music appreciation
- visual arts
Key Concepts
aesthetic theory
psychology of art
Questions to Reflect On
- What imperfection in art moves you?
- Do you feel the work discovers you?
A Different Perspective
Perfection can also be compelling; not all imperfections are appealing.
![“False notes [on the piano] are human. Why does everything have to be perfect? You know, perfection itself is imperfection.” quote by Vladimir Horowitz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0db/vladimir-horowitz-18996_doe_false-notes-on-the-piano-are-human-why-d_1967061.jpg)
