“My faith is the grand drama of my life. I'm a believer, so I sing words of God to those who have no faith. I give bird songs to those who dwell in cities and have never heard them, make rhythms for those who know only military marches or jazz, and paint colors for those who see none.”
Quote by Olivier Messiaen
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Olivier Messiaen
Olivier Messiaen was a French composer known for his unique musical style and his use of bird sounds. His works combined religious, natural, and musical theories, profoundly influencing 20th-century music. more
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