Saturday, April 24, 2010

What does Lorenzo say about the music in The Merchant of Venice?

Upon eloping, Lorenzo and Jessica, Shylock's daughter, are listening to music at Portia's house. Jessica confides in Lorenzo how she always feels sad when she hears "sweet music." Lorenzo explains that it isn't the music that makes her feel sad but rather a deeper longing to release herself to a spiritual experience. He calls for the musicians and the lovers retreat to the outdoors.


When the musicians arrive to play for Jessica and Lorenzo, he shares with her his comparison of the music to the music of the universe that humans cannot hear while living among the mortals. He gives his definitions of men who do not like music. He calls them names and tells Jessica that they deserve the very worst experiences life can throw at them.

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