Quote by Mark Twain

Richard Wagner: A composer whose music is better than it sounds

Richard Wagner: A composer whose music is better than it sou

Summary

This quote by Richard Wagner highlights his belief that the merits of his musical compositions surpassed what they may sound like at first impression. Wagner suggests that his compositions possess deeper qualities and complexities that may not be immediately evident to the listener. In essence, the quote implies that an initial judgment based solely on the external sound is not enough to fully appreciate and comprehend the true genius and richness of Wagner's music.

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