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One thing Ive tried to do in writing music is take on very basic things, very archetypal things
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"One thing I've tried to do in writing music is take on very basic things, very archetypal things"

- Harrison Birtwistle

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Harrison Birtwistle is a distinguished British composer who has been writing music for over 6 years. In this quote, he is revealing his approach to composing music. He thinks in handling extremely basic and archetypal things when composing music. By stereotypical, he means things that are universal and classic. He is recommending that by focusing on these basic and archetypal elements, he can create music that is meaningful and resonates with people. He is also recommending that by concentrating on these aspects, he can create music that is classic and will stand the test of time. By taking on these standard and archetypal components, he has the ability to develop music that is significant and speaks to individuals on a deeper level. He is recommending that by focusing on these components, he can develop music that is classic and will stand the test of time. By taking on these basic and archetypal components, he has the ability to develop music that is significant and speaks with people on a much deeper level. He is recommending that by concentrating on these components, he can produce music that is ageless and will stand the test of time.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Harrison Birtwistle somewhere between July 15, 1934 and today. He/she was a famous Composer from United Kingdom. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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