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“With a piece of classical music by Haydn, Mozart, or Beethoven, on first listening I'm referencing it with other pieces by them that I know. I think that most people do this - they listen to pieces through the filter of pieces they already know.”

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Paul Lansky

Paul Lansky is a renowned musical composer, born on June 18, 1944. His works span a variety of musical styles, including electronic music, classical music, and jazz. Lansky's music is known for its innovation and experimental nature, having a profound impact on the contemporary music world. more

“With repeated listenings, a piece eventually becomes its own being. I very often say to students that this is like meeting a person for the first time. When you first meet someone, you reference that person with others who are similar; but, as you get to know that person better, you begin to understand his unique qualities.”

Knows Firsts Persons Quality Pieces Students Listening Unique First Time Meetings

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“I don't think of my music as being about something.”

Thinking

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“I don't think there's something that you have to 'get' with my music. It tends toward the dramatic side rather than the narrative.”

Thinking Sides Narrative Dramatic

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“I found myself recycling ideas and I saw that I had to invent reasons to compose a piece rather than start from some exciting idea.”

Ideas Reason Found Saws Pieces Exciting Recycling

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