Quote by George Bernard Shaw
Composers are not human; They can live on diminished sevenths, and be contented with a pianoforte for a wife, and a string quartet for a family.
Summary
This quote playfully suggests that composers are unique beings who have an extraordinary affinity for music. By claiming that they are "not human," it alludes to their ability to derive sustenance and fulfillment from the complexities and nuances of music itself. The mention of living on diminished sevenths, a dissonant interval, reflects their ability to appreciate and thrive in unconventional and complex sonic environments. The comparison of a pianoforte (a type of piano) as a spouse and a string quartet as a family implies that composers find solace, companionship, and harmony within the realm of music, indicating its central role in their lives.
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