"Aaron Copland was a man that had a very specific point of view about what music should be which was that, he felt that new music should have the composer should show a personality in his music"
- Elliott Carter
About this Quote
In this quote, Elliott Carter is discussing the perspective of author Aaron Copland on the function and nature of music. According to Carter, Copland thought that music should be a reflection of the composer's character and individuality. This suggests that new music ought to not simply follow established conventions or styles, however need to rather showcase the special voice and perspective of the composer. Copland's perspective suggests that music is not just a technical workout, however a means of self-expression and interaction. By stressing the significance of individual expression in music, Copland challenges traditional ideas of what constitutes "good" music and motivates composers to push limits and explore their own creative identities.
This quote is written / told by Elliott Carter somewhere between December 11, 1908 and today. He/she was a famous Composer from USA.
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