You have taken far too much trouble over your opera. Here in England that is mere waste of time. What the English like is something that they can beat time to, something that hits them straight on the drum of the ear.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker criticizes English audiences for preferring simple, direct music over complex opera.
- In plain terms
- English like simple, direct music, not elaborate opera.
- What can you take from it?
- Adapt art to audience preferences.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How should artists balance artistic integrity with audience appeal?
- What defines 'good' music for a culture?
Another view
Generalizing an entire nation's taste can be inaccurate.
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