Quote by Lewis Thomas

Music is the effort we make to explain to ourselves how our brains work. We listen to Bach transfixed because this is listening to a human mind.


Music is the effort we make to explain to ourselves how our

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This quote suggests that music serves as a way for us to understand our own cognitive processes. When we listen to the music of composers like Bach, we are captivated because we are essentially listening to the intricate workings of another human mind. Through music, we can tap into the complexities of our own brains, as the compositions reflect and articulate the thoughts, emotions, and creativity that are inherently part of our human experience. In this way, music becomes a profound means of self-exploration and introspection.

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By Lewis Thomas
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