As Duke Ellington once said, There are simply two kinds of music, good music and the other kind. In that sense, jazz and classical music are fundamentally the same. The pure joy one experiences listening to good music transcends questions of genre.

📖 Haruki Murakami

🌍 Japanese  |  👨‍💼 Writer

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In "Absolutely on Music: Conversations with Seiji Ozawa," Haruki Murakami explores the essence of music, focusing on two major genres: jazz and classical. Through insightful dialogue with conductor Ozawa, Murakami reveals how both styles share a core principle—good music. As articulated by Duke Ellington, music can be categorized simply as good or otherwise, emphasizing that appreciation for quality transcends genre distinctions.

The conversations highlight the joy and emotional connection listeners feel when experiencing truly exceptional music. Murakami suggests that regardless of whether it is jazz or classical, the impact of good music is universal, fostering a sense of shared human experience that elevates the soul beyond mere labels or classifications.

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