Quote by Chris Ware

Ragtime has about the same amount of respect as comics. And in a way they're similar art forms. Ragtime is highly compositional, and the emotion in the music is built in, whereas in jazz a lot of that emotion comes from the way it's performed.

Ragtime has about the same amount of respect as comics. And

Summary

This quote highlights the similarity between ragtime and comics, as both art forms tend to receive a comparable level of respect. It suggests that ragtime and comics share common elements in the way they are structured and convey emotion. Ragtime is described as highly compositional with built-in emotions, while jazz relies more on the emotion conveyed through live performances. The quote implies that both ragtime and comics possess their own unique artistic qualities and should be appreciated for their distinct contributions to the arts.

By Chris Ware

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