So many new things have been discovered in the 20th century that now, at the end of the century, we need some kind of synthesis, some musical language which will allow us just to write music.
Krzysztof PendereckiRead
If I would be born in New Zealand, maybe, I would never write the Polish Requiem or pieces which were connected with the history of war. But this was my childhood. War was the main subject, and also in our family.
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The quote reflects how personal experiences shape artistic expression.
Krzysztof Penderecki expresses that his upbringing in a war-affected environment in Poland significantly influenced his music, particularly the Polish Requiem, emphasizing that his cultural and familial background were pivotal in shaping his creative output. He suggests that had he been born in a different place, such as New Zealand, his works may have lacked the depth and connection to war history that characterize much of his artistry.
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