As a child, you respond physically, tactically. You're delighted by sound, you're delighted by recognizing something. It's like hide and seek. Is it there? Is it not there? Is it this note? Is it not this note? It's one fantastic game.
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Once something is memorable, it's living and you're using it. That to me is the foundation of a creative society.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Memorable experiences fuel creativity and contribute to a vibrant society.
Yo-Yo Ma emphasizes that the essence of creativity lies in memorable experiences, as they invigorate our lives and interactions. In a creative society, the ability to remember and be inspired by these moments is foundational, allowing individuals to draw from rich experiences to innovate and express themselves artistically.
Themes
MemorableCreativitySocietyInspirationArt
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about arts education, you could use this quote to highlight the importance of fostering creativity.
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