Quote by Claude Debussy

Music is the space between the notes.

Music is the space between the notes.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to composer Claude Debussy, suggests that the essence and beauty of music lies not only in the individual notes themselves, but in the intervals and gaps between them. It implies that silence and pauses play an equally important role in creating and conveying meaning in music. Just as the spaces between words give language its clarity and rhythm, the spaces between musical notes allow for expression, emotion, and a balance between sound and silence. Thus, this quote emphasizes the significance of the "spaces" as an integral aspect of musical composition and interpretation.

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By Claude Debussy

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