"I don't like traditions, I am very personal, very independent, I don't like intimate ladies, I mean in German lieder there's a lot of copy, a lot of imitation, a lot of tradition, and this I have put it aside"
- Victoria de los Angeles
About this Quote
Victoria de los Angeles was a distinguished Spanish soprano who was understood for her unique and independent style. In this quote, she expresses her contempt for traditional music and her preference for a more personal and independent method. She thinks that traditional German lieder, or art songs, are frequently copied and imitated, and she has picked to set them aside in favor of her own style. This quote speaks to her commitment to her own artistic vision and her refusal to be bound by the conventions of the past. It likewise reflects her desire to develop something brand-new and distinct, instead of merely repeating what has actually currently been done. By taking a more independent approach to her music, Victoria de los Angeles had the ability to create a design that was both ingenious and classic.
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