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“Try a thing you haven't done three times. Once, to get over the fear of doing it. Twice, to learn how to do it. And a third time to figure out whether you like it or not.”

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Virgil Thomson

Virgil Thomson was an influential American composer whose works bridged the gap between classical and popular music. His music had a profound impact on the music world. more

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