Broadway Quote by Meredith Willson
“Regarding the current Broadway revival of The Music Man, Jay Nordlinger wrote: There will always be those who sniff that the show is "feel good"-but, oh, it feels good to feel good. And the main reason The Music Man feels so good is that it is good-a great American musical.”
About This Quote
The Music Man feels good because it embodies classic American musical excellence.
In simple terms: Musical feels good due to quality.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate timeless musical craftsmanship.
Themes
art
culture
musical theater
Mood
enthusiastic
nostalgic
Type
cultural
artistic
When to use this quote
- theater attendance
- cultural appreciation
- art criticism
Key Concepts
American musical tradition
nostalgia
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does feel‑good music resonate?
- What makes a musical timeless?
A Different Perspective
Taste is subjective; not all enjoy the same style.
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