Michael Hersch Quotes About Critics

• I don't think the role of the critic has changed very much. In the most positive sense, the music critic is one who helps the public navigate what's out there, especially in bringing attention to things they otherwise wouldn't hear about, or to provide a new window into something familiar.

  Michael Hersch

  Thinking, Roles, Attention

• A critic can serve as guide. I think there's an understanding amongst the public that critics have their own preferences and dislikes.

  Michael Hersch

  Thinking, Understanding, Preference

  Interview with Elijah Ho, www.thecounterpoints.com. April 14, 2014.

• The best critics leave the reader curious to pursue something further, but still to let the reader have his or her own honest, unique opinion.

  Michael Hersch

  Unique, Honest, Opinion

• Many critics have become de facto teachers. That is a lot of responsibility, and I think it should be wielded with care. Most people appreciate sincere guidance.

  Michael Hersch

  Teacher, Responsibility, Thinking

  Interview with Elijah Ho, www.thecounterpoints.com. April 14, 2014.

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