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Theres the Bacon society, which is fostered by his fourth wife Helen Bacon, but I dont know what kind of performances hi
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"There's the Bacon society, which is fostered by his fourth wife Helen Bacon, but I don't know what kind of performances his music gets. He wrote symphonic music and some chorale music"

- Carlisle Floyd

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In this quote by Carlisle Floyd, the speaker is reviewing the legacy and influence of a specific related to music, specifically highlighting the involvement of a group known as the Bacon Society, which is supported or maybe maintained by somebody named Helen Bacon, referred to here as the "fourth spouse" of the composer or artist being talked about. The reference of the fourth other half recommends an individual detail that may indicate either an intricate personal life or a long history that involves numerous marital relationships. This could hint at a level of popularity or prestige surrounding the person that extends beyond their musical compositions.

The speaker, presumably knowledgeable about the music world, notes an absence of awareness relating to the present status or frequency of the performances of this individual's compositions. This suggests a prospective space between the individual's historic or theoretical impact on music and their practical or modern significance in efficiency circles. The recommendation to "symphonic music and some chorale music" recommends that the author in question worked within classical or orchestral traditions, which might hint at a level of technical proficiency or an aspiration to contribute considerable works to these recognized forms.

Making use of the word "promoted" by Helen Bacon, in connection with the Bacon Society, implies a nurturing or supportive role, suggesting that this society may exist to maintain, promote, or celebrate the author's tradition. It likewise indicates a sense of active involvement in making sure that the composer's music and perhaps their contributions or influence in the field of music are remembered and appreciated. However, the speaker's unpredictability about efficiency recommends that in spite of these efforts, the composer's works might not be commonly carried out or especially popular in the present music scene, showing a difference between the conservation of a legacy and the living importance of that work within its cultural context.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Carlisle Floyd somewhere between June 11, 1926 and today. He/she was a famous Composer from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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