The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Beethoven: 'A true artist is expected to be all that is noble-minded, and this is not...' - Fr Elise and Symphony No. 5 composer reveals harsh reality artists' life, creativity, fame and why creators face so much scrutiny and criticism

Quote of the day by Beethoven: Ludwig van Beethoven's words highlight the societal paradox of expecting artists to be paragons of virtue while subjecting them to harsh criticism. He argued that while noble ideals are fitting for creators, critics often wield undue power to attack.