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When I look back now, it must have been like Paris was at the time of Le Sacre du Printemps
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"When I look back now, it must have been like Paris was at the time of Le Sacre du Printemps"

- David Baker

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In this quote, David Baker is reviewing a previous experience and comparing it to a significant occasion in Paris referred to as "Le Sacre du Printemps" or "The Rite of Spring." This event, which occurred in 1913, was a controversial ballet efficiency that caused a riot due to its unconventional music and choreography. By stating "it needs to have resembled Paris was at the time of Le Sacre du Printemps," Baker is recommending that his own experience was similarly disorderly and cutting-edge. He might be indicating that his memories are now seen with a sense of wonder and marvel, similar to how individuals of Paris might have viewed the efficiency of Le Sacre du Printemps.

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David Baker This quote is written / told by David Baker somewhere between December 21, 1931 and today. He was a famous Composer from USA. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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