We in the Western world suffer from too many categories and classes; we've forgotten that we all still have diapers on. We've separated music from life.
Ornette ColemanRead
That's what I was trying to say when we were talking about sound. I think that every person, whether they play music or don't play music, has a sound - their own sound, that thing that you're talking about.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Every individual has a unique essence or 'sound' that defines them, regardless of their musical abilities.
In this quote, Ornette Coleman emphasizes the idea that every person possesses a unique identity or essence, which he likens to a personal 'sound'. This 'sound' represents an individual's distinct characteristics, experiences, and emotional resonances that shape who they are, irrespective of their engagement with music or art.
Themes
IndividualityIdentitySelf-ExpressionMusicArt
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire artists to embrace their unique styles during a creative meeting.
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It's just someone has labelled us as having a different label to do what you do. I find that labels are the worst thing in the world for artistic expression.
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