Always Quote by Robert Christgau
“Because I've always been good at knowing what I thought and not reviewing prematurely and have gotten better at those things over the years, my flips are rarely that significant.”
About This Quote
Source Article: “The Art of Music Criticism” by Robert Christgau, 2015
Consistent self‑assessment and experience reduce the impact of occasional misjudgments in music criticism.
In simple terms: Self‑review and experience lessen big errors.
Key Takeaway
Continuously reflect and learn to improve judgment.
Themes
music criticism
self‑assessment
experience
learning
accuracy
Mood
analytical
reflective
Type
professional
educational
When to use this quote
- review workshops
- peer critique groups
- personal journals
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
expertise development
reflective practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can critics guard against personal bias?
- What habits improve long‑term accuracy in evaluation?
A Different Perspective
Even with reflection, bias can persist.
