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“I think a lot of people get intimidated by the language of music, but everyone owns music. I think there's nothing standing in between a composer and her audience. I think a lot of people feel that way because they feel it's rarefied, but it's really not. You should feel the impact of it without being able to name it because it's ultimately a primal thing.”

Quote by Jeanine Tesori

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Jeanine Tesori is an accomplished American composer known for her significant contributions to the musical theater genre. Born on November 10, 1961, she has a passion for music that has shaped her career, during which she has created numerous popular musicals. more

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