Quote by Leo Tolstoy

Natasha, with a vigorous turn from her heel on to her toe, walked over to the middle of the room and stood still... Natasha took the first note, her throat swelled, her bosom heaved, a serious expression came into her face. She was thinking of no one and of nothing at that moment, and from her smiling mouth poured forth notes, those notes that anyone can produce at the same intervals, and hold for the same length of time, yet a thousand times leave us cold, and the thousand and first time they set us thrilling and weeping.

Natasha, with a vigorous turn from her heel on to her toe, w

Summary

This quote highlights the power of a truly authentic and heartfelt performance. It describes Natasha, completely absorbed in the moment, as she sings with genuine emotion and dedication. The passage emphasizes that it is not only about hitting the right notes or having technical skill, but rather about the genuine expression behind those notes that can deeply affect and move an audience. It suggests that a sincere connection and rawness in one's performance can make even the most familiar melodies resonant and evocative.

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By Leo Tolstoy

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