Episode 110: Monks of the Cultural Apocalypse: 'The Glass Bead Game,' Part Two
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Art, Audience, and Intrinsic Value
This chapter explores the complex relationship between art and its audience, focusing on the tension between elitism and accessibility in academic and musical spheres. It discusses the implications of a neoliberal perspective that prioritizes marketability over intrinsic value, questioning the responsibilities of artists and scholars to engage with the wider public. Through reflections on personal creative journeys, the chapter emphasizes the importance of art created for its own sake and its potential significance beyond commercial recognition.
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