Abstract
This essay applies the method of Subjective Personal Introspection (SPI) to a presentation of three vignettes that bear upon the dangers of educational and cultural populism. The story of Father White illustrates the problem of aesthetic insensitivity. Revisiting Mr. Holland indicates how this fictional music teacher panders to his students in a way that ensures their lack of aesthetic discrimination. Meanwhile, Nancy LaMott serves as a counterexample to underscore the value of musical training, hard work, and discerning judgment in the pursuit of artistic integrity. A concluding section draws implications for public policy and other concerns related to consumer affairs.
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