The climactic passacaglia, one of the great tragic statements of 20th-century music, was devastating in its directness and immediacy.
"No one must ever touch me," declares Peter, surely one of the most tragic statements in the whole of English drama.
"It was tragic," her statement said.
"The government extends its condolences to the family of the Australian man over this tragic incident," a statement released by the department said.
"On behalf of all of Natalie's family, we would like to extend our thanks to all those who have shown concern and sympathy following Natalie's tragic death," the statement said.
President Barack Obama called the deaths of two black men who were killed by police officers this week "tragic" in a statement released Thursday.
Gov. Jerry Brown, a former Oakland mayor, said in a statement: "The tragic loss of life at Oikos University today is shocking and sad.
Ms. Weingarten, who attended the announcement, issued a statement: The tragic events of Newtown must serve as a clarion call for immediate action to keep our communities safe from gun violence and ensure schools are the safe sanctuaries our children need to learn and grow," Ms. Weingarten said.
He then clears his throat and begins his statement: "Death is tragic in any form".
