The riddle of Mozart is precisely that 'the man' refuses to be a key for solving it. In death, as in life, he conceals himself behind his work. ~ Wolfgang Hildesheimer
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mozart's identity remains elusive because he hides behind his music rather than revealing himself directly.
- In plain terms
- Mozart lets his work speak instead of showing his true self.
- What can you take from it?
- Artists often remain mysterious through their creations.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much should artists reveal themselves?
- Can art stand alone from the artist?
Another view
Some argue artists cannot fully hide their personalities in work.
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