I consider music like a mirage in the desert. You're obsessed with the ideal piece of music, and the more you think you're getting closer, it's not there.
Jean Michel JarreRead
I was obsessed with the idea that no two sounds on 'Oxygene' should ever be exactly the same. I wanted a heartbeat feel, something human.
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What this quote means
Jarre emphasizes the uniqueness of sound and its emotional connection to humanity.
In this quote, Jean Michel Jarre expresses his artistic philosophy of sound design, emphasizing the importance of distinctiveness in musical compositions. He reflects on his desire for each sound in his work 'Oxygene' to evoke a human feeling, which he associates with the idea of a heartbeat, suggesting that music should resonate on a deeply personal and emotional level.
Themes
SoundArtMusicEmotionUniqueness
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Example use cases
In a speech about creativity, this quote might highlight the importance of originality in art.
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