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Maestro, by Peter Goldsworthy is an engaging text, which observes the growth and development of Paul Crabbe, an arrogant young musician, and his quest to become the greatest concrete pianist of his time. His pathway to maturity is described through a series of experiences, particularly with his music teacher Eduard Keller, the Maestro. Keller, an obscure, mysterious character, leads Paul into a deeper understanding of what it truly means to be the maestro, and, it is through Keller, that Paul comes to learn and understand a great deal about not only what it takes to be the greatest, but also of the precious lesson of life itself. However, through teaching Paul it is Keller too that discovers a deeper meaning of life and what it truly means to live on despite the events of the past. Upon Keller and Paul’s first meeting a teacher and student Paul is extremely frustrated with Keller’s teaching methods. In fact, Keller’s, ‘brusque’, and severe manner further infuriates Paul. He feels insulted that the Maestro will not initially allow him to perform. However, Keller is well aware that Paul has become used to the admiration his parents and that of their friends and responds to Paul’s tantrums by telling him that, “first you must learn to listen”. Keller describes Paul’s music as, ‘insincere’, too much, ‘showing off’. As Paul is drawn further into Keller’s world his determination for musical perfection grows. With his youthful pride, enthusiasm and self – assurance, Paul drives on, striving hard to grasp the unreachable model. He continues to practice hard, keeping his dream to become the Maestro firm in his mind. As his talent further develops Paul becomes increasingly convinced that he posses what it requires to be the Maestro.
Approximate Word count = 1134
Approximate Pages = 4.5
(250 words per page double spaced)
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