Ears Quote by Sergei Lukyanenko
“What an unfortunate instrument the guitar is! An instrument of such great nobility, a genuine monarch of music-- reduced to a pitiful lump of wood with six strings, constantly abused by people with no ear and no voice.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Guitar’s Lament, 2015
The guitar, once noble, is often misused by unskilled players, diminishing its dignity.
In simple terms: Music can be mistreated.
Key Takeaway
Respect and skill elevate instruments.
Themes
art
skill
respect
musical expression
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- music lessons
- performance critique
- instrument care
Key Concepts
aesthetic value
cultural heritage
education
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you improve your musical technique?
- What does respectful playing mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Not all musicians lack skill; many honor the instrument.
![“The [guitar is the] instrument most complete and richest in its harmonic and polyphonic possibilities.” quote by Manuel de Falla](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d44/manuel-de-falla-83219_guitar_the-guitar-is-the-instrument-most-comple_853741.jpg)
![“Well the first time I performed, my mom was like how she is now when sees me on stage – all red, smiling from ear to ear. So I don’t want to mess up, [be]cause she’s smiling. Seeing my mom happy is kind of like an overwhelming feeling.” quote by Chris Brown](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/477/chris-brown-1887_causes_well-the-first-time-i-performed-my-mom-w_4699.jpg)
