False Assumptions

Joseph Curtin discusses the assumptions about the ability of musicians to distinguish between new and old violins. He highlights the significant role of the violinist in sound perception and presents findings from double-blind experiments that challenge traditional beliefs. The results show varied preferences, with some new violins favored over Stradivarius. Curtin emphasizes the importance of understanding what to measure in violin quality and challenges the assumption that quality is obvious. The discussion includes the need for objective measurements and the complexity of subjective judgments.

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