Big fan Quote by Leon Fleisher
““...as a pianist, I can’t say I was always a big fan of contemporary music. The challenge of late Beethoven, or Mozart, or Schubert seemed to me to be somehow greater or more worthwhile than that of learning difficult, ill-placed notes. To me, the kind of transcendence in the older pieces really was more interesting. That’s not to say I didn’t love the contemporary pieces I did play. I became very attached to the ones I learned, and I played them with pleasure and absolute commitment. It may be terrible to say this, but playing some of that music is like having a handicapped child. You love it all the more for the problems that it gives you.””
About This Quote
Source interview: Public interview, date unknown
He prefers older classical pieces for their deeper transcendence, yet still appreciates contemporary works despite their challenges.
In simple terms: Loves older music more, but values contemporary.
Key Takeaway
Explore both classic and modern repertoire.
Themes
music
preference
transcendence
challenge
Mood
reflective
appreciative
Type
Big fan:1
Contemporary music:1
Handicapped-child:0
Music:1
Pianist:1
Song:0
Contemporary Pieces:1
Pianist Say:0
Love Contemporary:0
When to use this quote
- concert programming
- personal practice
- music education
Key Concepts
classical vs contemporary
artistic growth
learning obstacles
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance tradition with modernity?
- What challenges enrich your artistry?
A Different Perspective
May overlook benefits of contemporary innovation.
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