Quote by Quincy Jones

If architecture is frozen music then music must be liquid architecture.

If architecture is frozen music then music must be liquid ar

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a strong connection between music and architecture. It implies that architecture, with its structural elements and visual compositions, represents a frozen or static form of artistic expression. In contrast, music is described as a liquid form of architecture, implying that it shares similar principles of design and spatial arrangement, but with a fluid and dynamic nature. The quote highlights the interplay between the two art forms, suggesting that they can complement and inspire each other in creative ways.

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By Quincy Jones

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