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Quote by Constant Lambert

“Music, from being an ordered succession of sounds, has become a matter of "sonorities", and anyone who can produce a brightly coloured brick of unusual shape is henceforth hailed as an architect.”

Quote by Constant Lambert

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Constant Lambert
Constant Lambert

Constant Lambert, born on August 23, 1905, was a renowned British composer. His musical works were characterized by their unique blend of classical and modern elements, which had a profound impact on music creation in the post-war era. more

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