What's a correct way to use 曲高和寡？

[fencegap]

I learned this phrase early on in my study in China, but have never had a chance to use it. My friend used it when speaking about romantic relationships and how few people were suitable for her. Are there any other ways you have seen it used?

[Mandarincave]

Please see below some sample sentences.

 

这是一场通俗音乐会，所挑选的曲子不宜曲高和寡。

伟大的艺术作品往往曲高和寡。

荣获奥斯卡等多奖的电影，却因曲高和寡的缘故，导致票房不高。