Musicians have a special tendency to elevate their teachers to divine status. It’s the worst thing a serious artist can do.
Push Your Musical Gods Off Their Pedestals
Musicians have a special tendency to elevate their teachers to divine status. It’s the worst thing a serious artist can do.
By Jonathan Biss
Sunday, August 23, 2026·1 min read
Last updated Aug 24, 2026 · 01:10 PM UTC
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