Music Quote by Tolstoy
““Prince Andrew shrugged his shoulders and frowned, as lovers of music do when they hear a false note.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy, 1869
When something is off-key, even the most passionate listeners react with disappointment and irritation.
In simple terms: Music lovers react to false notes with frustration.
Key Takeaway
Pay attention to details to avoid discord.
Themes
music
disappointment
attention
detail
Mood
irritated
reflective
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- listening to live performance
- practicing an instrument
- evaluating audio recordings
Key Concepts
aesthetic sensitivity
emotional response
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when expectations are unmet?
- What does a false note reveal about the performer?
A Different Perspective
A false note may be intentional for artistic effect.
![“Downloading's the same as what I used to do. I used to tape the charts of the songs I liked [off the radio]. I don't mind it. I hate all these big, silly rock stars who moan. At least they're fuckin' downloading your music, you cunt, and paying attention, know what I mean? You should fuckin'…” quote by Liam Gallagher](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0c7/liam-gallagher-12691_liam-gallagher_downloading-s-the-same-as-what-i-used-to_369.jpg)
