"In nearly all ballads, the words set the mood and meaning, while the music intensifies or enhances them"
- Kate Smith
About this Quote
This quote by Kate Smith speaks to the power of music and lyrics in ballads. The words of a ballad are the structure of the story, setting the mood and significance of the tune. The music then serves to heighten or enhance the words, creating a powerful emotional response in the listener. The combination of words and music can be exceptionally effective, enabling the listener to connect with the story and feel the feelings of the song. Music can also be utilized to produce a sense of nostalgia, enabling the listener to remember memories associated with the tune. Ballads are an unique type of storytelling, and the mix of words and music can be incredibly powerful.
This quote is written / told by Kate Smith between May 1, 1907 and June 17, 1986. He/she was a famous Musician from USA.
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