Quote by Jacques Barzun

Music is intended and designed for sentient beings that have hopes and purposes and emotions.

Music is intended and designed for sentient beings that have

Summary

This quote emphasizes that music is specifically created for sentient beings, individuals who possess consciousness and emotions, with their own aspirations and intentions. It implies that music serves as a medium to connect with human experiences and evoke diverse emotions. As a form of art, music reflects and resonates with our hopes, desires, and feelings, allowing us to relate and find solace or inspiration in its melodies and lyrics. Ultimately, this quote suggests that music exists to engage and enrich the emotional and purposeful aspects of our lives.

By Jacques Barzun

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