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“The best way to investigate the elusive phenomenon called the creative process may well be to target all the misconceptions, to explain what the creative process is not.”

Quote by Lukas Foss

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Lukas Foss was a significant American composer, conductor, and pianist. Born on August 15, 1922, in Brooklyn, New York, he was a leading figure in the American music scene of the mid-20th century. Foss's compositions covered a broad spectrum of genres, from avant-garde to classical, and he was recognized for his innovative musical approach. more

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