To me, a song is not finished. To me, there's no such thing as a finished anything. All of Beethoven's nine symphonies, to me, are one. I think of it as having no beginning and no end.
Wayne ShorterRead
I would pass this music store on the way to school, and there was a clarinet in the window, a second-hand one. And I kept asking my parents to buy it, and eventually they did. I still have it now.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the passion for music and the importance of pursuing one's interests from a young age.
Wayne Shorter shares a personal memory of desiring a clarinet he saw in a music store window during his school days. The quote highlights the significance of nurturing one's passions and the joy that comes from receiving support from loved ones, as well as the lasting impact of such experiences throughout one's life.
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MusicPassionChildhoodFamilyClarinet
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Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about following your dreams and pursuing your passions.
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