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“Personality is essential. It is in every work of art. When someone walks on stage for a performance and has charisma, everyone is convinced that he has personality. I find that charisma is merely a form of showmanship. Movie stars usually have it. A politician has to have it.”

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Lukas Foss
Lukas Foss

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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