Talk:Piano Trio No. 7 (Beethoven)

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Is it worth including its mention in the book "Kafka On The Shore" by Haruki Murakami? A character who could be seen as the Chorus (in a Greek tragedy sense) of this book is opened up by this piece of music, which is introduced to him by the owner of a coffee shop. The book includes discussions by different real world trios, among them the Czech Suk Trio and the Million Dollar Trio Rubinstein, Heifetz and Feuermann.

I think it's worth noting given the prominence of the Archduke Trio as a thematic element in the novel. -W

A worthy inclusion indeed. Just one of many examples of characters in Murakami's novels who see classical music as a means of reflection upon their own lives, approaching it from an emotional or aesthetic standpoint rather than from a technical one. This often happens as a particular piece resonates with a character in a specific way, creating a series of associations or invoking a powerful, Proust-like rush of memories.

In modern society, too many listeners shy away from classical music on the grounds that a lack of technical understanding renders appreciation or pleasure inaccessible. These characters of Murakami's, however, oppose this common misconception by reacting to pieces of music from purely emotional, visceral standpoints. This appreciation casts his characters not as somehow more sophisticated that their peers, but rather as simply listening with open ears.

— S. J. O.

[edit] from Japan

We have created another page in Japanese-wiki.However,Haruki Murakami,our famous literature,is not included.Please check it and have the sense in Japanese-culture.--Naotyan 6 June 2007 (Wed)