"Since I'm allergic to various things, the army wouldn't accept me during the war, and I got into the Office of War Information, which sent music to Europe"
- Elliott Carter
About this Quote
In this quote, author Elliott Carter is discussing his experience during World War II. He describes that due to his allergic reactions, he was not able to sign up with the army and instead discovered a position in the Office of War Information. This organization was accountable for sending out music to Europe during the war. Carter's allergic reactions prevented him from participating in the physical elements of the war, but he was still able to contribute in a significant method through his deal with music. This quote highlights the effect of war on individuals and the various ways in which individuals were able to contribute and serve their country.
This quote is written / told by Elliott Carter somewhere between December 11, 1908 and today. He/she was a famous Composer from USA.
The author also have 21 other quotes.
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"We worked very hard to make the lyrics suit the music. I can't, like Elton John, for example, compose by lyrics. Elton has a great talent for that. Whatever you give him, including your questions, he composes in half an hour and makes a great song out of it"
