"If you go to Japan for instance, you should know that they have a different way of playing Beethoven or Brahms. But if you play with them Mozart, Debussy, Mendelssohn, they have a wonderful light feeling for that"
- Kurt Masur
About this Quote
This quote by Kurt Masur speaks to the significance of understanding cultural differences when it comes to music. He is suggesting that if you go to Japan, you need to be aware that they have a various way of playing Beethoven or Brahms than what you might be used to. However, if you play Mozart, Debussy, or Mendelssohn, they have a wonderful light sensation for that. This recommends that the Japanese have an unique appreciation for specific authors and styles of music, which it is essential to be aware of this when playing in Japan. Masur is emphasizing the value of comprehending cultural distinctions when it pertains to music, which it is essential to be aware of the different ways in which various cultures interpret and appreciate music.
This quote is written / told by Kurt Masur somewhere between July 18, 1927 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from Germany.
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