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Jean de la Bruyere

There are certain things in which mediocrity is not to be endured, such as poetry, music, painting, public speaking.

Music

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Jean de la Bruyere means that in fields like music, only high quality or exceptional work is acceptable because anything average fails to meet the standards those arts demand. Mediocrity in these areas stands out negatively and diminishes the experience or impact they are meant to create.

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