What most accurately identifies what music represents in “Piano” by D. H. Lawrence?

The piano, central to the poem's narrative, is symbolic of D. H. Lawrence's childhood. The poet took piano lessons as a child but discontinued it as he became older. In the poem, Lawrence laments his decision to discontinue his piano studies, for playing the piano offered him great joy. The piano and the abrupt ending to his musical studies also symbolize the division between childhood dreams and the reality one must live in adulthood.

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