I dedicated all the time I had to it. The 10 hour workout was just what I put in the magazine at the time, but for me it was every waking moment.
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When you get down to it, the way that the music affects you individually is the most important thing, and when you let things like the location of a band get in the way or have an effect on your overview, you're cheating yourself out of a really good time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The impact of music on the individual experience is paramount, and external factors should not detract from that enjoyment.
This quote emphasizes that the personal connection and emotional response that music evokes in an individual are what truly matter. It suggests that distractions, such as the setting or status of the musicians, can hinder one’s ability to fully appreciate and enjoy music, and by allowing these distractions to affect your view, you might be depriving yourself of a valuable experience.
Themes
MusicExperienceEnjoymentIndividualityPerception
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a discussion about the subjective nature of art during a music appreciation class.
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