Quote by Pierre Schaeffer

Sound is the vocabulary of nature.


Sound is the vocabulary of nature.

Summary

This quote suggests that sound serves as the primary language or means of communication used by nature. It implies that every sound produced in the natural world has significance and communicates important messages. Sound plays a crucial role in conveying information, emotions, warnings, and interactions among living organisms and the environment. It highlights the idea that in order to truly understand and appreciate nature, one must listen carefully to its diverse and complex vocabulary of sounds.

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Nature
By Pierre Schaeffer
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