"I found a greater identity with my own emotions in the Armenian culture as I grew older, as well as from the beginning, although I didn't know anything about it"
- Alan Hovhaness
About this Quote
In this quote, composer Alan Hovhaness reflects on his individual journey of finding his identity and connection to his emotions through his Armenian culture. He explains that as he aged, he began to understand and appreciate the depth and significance of his cultural heritage, and how it formed his emotional experiences. Regardless of not having much knowledge about his culture in the start, Hovhaness still felt a strong sense of belonging and connection to it. This quote highlights the significance of cultural identity and how it can greatly affect one's understanding and expression of their own feelings.
This quote is written / told by Alan Hovhaness between March 8, 1911 and June 21, 2000. He was a famous Composer from USA.
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