Quote by Charles de Lint

Stone walls confine a tinker cold iron binds a witch but a musician's music can never be fettered, for it lives first in her heart and mind.

Stone walls confine a tinker cold iron binds a witch but a m

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This quote suggests that while stone walls can imprison a tinker and iron can bind a witch, the power of a musician's music remains untamed. The reasoning behind this lies in the belief that music originates from within the artist's heart and mind, making it an expression of their emotions and creativity that cannot be constrained. Unlike physical barriers, the captivating essence of music persists, perpetually unrestricted by external constraints. This quote highlights the intrinsic freedom and emotion embedded in the art form of music.

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