My music is best understood by children and animals.
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Music is...the coordination between man and time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Music connects human emotions with the passage of time.
Igor Stravinsky's quote suggests that music serves as a bridge between humanity and the temporal flow of existence. It highlights the intricate relationship between human expression and the rhythm of time, emphasizing how music can encapsulate human experiences and emotions as they evolve over moments and eras.
Themes
MusicTimeHuman ExpressionArtCoordination
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech at a music festival to emphasize the importance of music in connecting people and cultures.
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