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Quote by Charles Ives

“Is not beauty in music too often confused with something which lets the ears lie back in an easy chair?”

Work

This book is a curated selection of 129 songs, featuring a diverse range of musical styles and genres. Each song is accompanied by its lyrics and possibly annotations or background information. The collection aims to provide a comprehensive overview of various musical traditions and artists. more

Author

Charles Ives

Charles Ives was an American composer born on October 20, 1874, and died on May 19, 1954. He is considered one of the pioneers of modern American music, known for his unique musical style and compositional techniques. more

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Source: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

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