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The hardest of all the arts to speak of is music, because music has no meaning to speak of
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"The hardest of all the arts to speak of is music, because music has no meaning to speak of"

- Ned Rorem

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This quote by Ned Rorem talks to the problem of discussing music. Music is an art type that is typically tough to take into words. It is a kind of expression that is typically felt more than it is comprehended. Music has no literal meaning, therefore it can be hard to discuss the feelings and sensations that it evokes. Music is a universal language, however it is one that is typically challenging to analyze. It is a form of communication that is typically more effective than words. Music can be utilized to reveal happiness, sadness, love, and many other emotions. It can be used to inform stories, to evoke memories, and to develop a sense of environment. Music is an effective tool, however it is one that is frequently hard to describe. It is a language that is frequently finest experienced instead of mentioned.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Ned Rorem somewhere between October 23, 1923 and today. He/she was a famous Composer from USA. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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