I think it is time we learned the lesson of our century: that the progress of the human spirit must keep pace with technological and scientific progress, or that spirit will die. It is incumbent on our educators to remember this; and music is at the top of the spiritual must list. When the study of the arts leads to the adoration of the formula (heaven forbid), we shall be lost. But as long as we insist on maintaining artistic vitality, we are able to hope in man

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This quote suggests that while technological and scientific progress is important, it is equally crucial to cultivate and nurture the human spirit. The author emphasizes the role of educators in ensuring that the study of the arts, particularly music, remains central in fostering spiritual growth. They caution that if the arts become reduced to formulas and lose their vitality, humanity will be at risk of losing its way. However, as long as artistic vitality is maintained and prioritized, there is hope for mankind.

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