Quote by Alban Berg

I can tell you, dearest friend, that if it became known how much friendship, love and a world of human and spiritual references I have smuggled into these three movements, the adherents of programme music - should there be any left - would go mad with joy.

I can tell you, dearest friend, that if it became known how

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their belief that they have incorporated elements of friendship, love, and deep human experiences into three movements of music. The speaker cheekily suggests that if the followers of program music, which focuses on conveying a specific narrative or story through music, were aware of these hidden references, they would be ecstatic. The tone suggests a playful and confident attitude towards the boundaries and expectations of traditional music composition.

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By Alban Berg

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