Famous quote by Dave Van Ronk

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If you look at music, you see theme, variation, you see symmetry, asymmetry, you see structure, and these are related to
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"If you look at music, you see theme, variation, you see symmetry, asymmetry, you see structure, and these are related to skills in the real world"

- Dave Van Ronk

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In this quote, musician Dave Van Ronk is drawing a parallel between the elements of music and abilities in the real world. He suggests that simply as music has styles, variations, proportion, and structure, so too does the real world. These elements are important for developing a cohesive and unified piece of music, and likewise, they are required for navigating and prospering in the real world. By highlighting the connection in between music and the real world, Van Ronk emphasizes the significance of these abilities and how they can be used in numerous elements of life. This quote serves as a tip that the principles of music can be equated into important life lessons.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Dave Van Ronk between June 30, 1936 and February 10, 2002. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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