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Quote by Claude Debussy

“The colour of my soul is iron-grey and sad bats wheel about the steeple of my dreams.”

Quote by Claude Debussy

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Claude Debussy, a French composer, is one of the most prominent figures in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known as a leading figure in the Impressionist movement. His works are characterized by their unique harmonies and melodic style, which have had a profound impact on music history. more

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