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For almost thirty years I repeatedly saw one and the same dream: I would arrive in Vienna at long last.
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"For almost thirty years I repeatedly saw one and the same dream: I would arrive in Vienna at long last. I would feel really happy, for I was returning to my serene childhood"

- Alfred Schnittke

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Alfred Schnittke's quote speaks with the power of nostalgia and the yearning for an easier time. For practically thirty years, Schnittke had a recurring imagine showing up in Vienna, a location that was connected with his childhood. This dream was a source of delight for him, as it was a suggestion of a time when life was more serene and carefree. The dream was a method for him to escape the complexities of the adult years and go back to a location of convenience and security. Schnittke's quote is a suggestion that all of us have a longing for the past, which it can be a source of comfort and delight. It is a reminder to take some time to value the simpler minutes in life and to value the memories of our childhood.

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Russia Flag This quote is written / told by Alfred Schnittke between November 24, 1934 and August 3, 1998. He/she was a famous Composer from Russia. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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