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“The piano is a bit of a monster because it is this center of Western music and so much has been done with it and it is a fixed pitch instrument. It is a bit like trying to paint because there is the weight of all that has been done before.”

Quote by Michael Snow

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Michael Snow, a Canadian artist born on December 10, 1929, is renowned for his innovative works in film, painting, and sculpture. His art often explores concepts of time and space, as well as the interaction between the audience and the artwork. more

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