Pianist - Igor Levit wants more commitment to democracy
Berlin-based pianist Igor Levit would like to see more social commitment to democracy in the coming year. "I would like the Federal Chancellor to start explaining that the battles will become tougher in the coming years," said the 36-year-old in an interview with the German Press Agency. "And that it will always be worth fighting for our values." Referring to a solidarity demonstration against anti-Semitism and racism at the beginning of December, the Jewish pianist said: "Around 3,000 people on the streets is far too few. I would like our society to start learning resilience and empathy."
Many gestures of solidarity are performative, said Levit. "I gave a lot of solidarity concerts for Ukraine, but that didn't end the war either." But when gestures of empathy fail to materialize, it is all the more painful.
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Igor Levit, a renowned pianist based in Berlin and of Jewish heritage, advocates for increased social commitment to democracy. He expresses hope that the German federal chancellor will acknowledge the challenges ahead and emphasize the importance of fighting for shared values. Referencing a December demonstration against anti-Semitism and racism, Levit laments the small turnout and expresses desire for society to cultivate resilience and empathy.
Despite his participation in solidarity concerts for Ukraine, Levit acknowledges that performative actions alone do not resolve the conflicts they represent. The absence of empathy in such situations is especially devastating.
In a related news article, a clan member was punished, demonstrating the consequences of disregarding societal values. Traffic lawyers advise caution when interacting with police, and an individual suspected of murdering a woman decades ago awaits trial. Another individual, too, confessed to harboring intent to harm a family member.
These varied narratives underscore the importance of defending democracy, empathy, and respect for others – the very values that Igor Levit seeks to promote through his advocacy.
Source: www.stern.de
