But how awful would that be? How terrible to live surrounded by the stark, sharp, hollowness of things that simply were enough?
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Music is a proud, temperamental mistress. Give her the time and attention she deserves, and she is yours. Slight her and there will come a day when you call and she will not answer. So I began sleeping less to give her the time she needed.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Music requires dedication and respect, or it may become unavailable to you.
This quote highlights the relationship between a musician and music, suggesting that music is both an art form and a demanding entity that requires care and attention. If one neglects their commitment to creating and appreciating music, it may eventually lead to a loss of inspiration or connection, representing how passion must be nurtured to flourish.
Themes
MusicDedicationAttentionRelationshipArt
In practice
Example use cases
A musician might share this quote during a rehearsal to encourage fellow band members to invest more time in practice.
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