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“One day work is hard, and another day it is easy; but if I had waited for inspiration I am afraid I should have done nothing. The miner does not sit at the top of the shaft waiting for the coal to come bubbling up to the surface. One must go deep down, and work out every vein carefully.”

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Sir Arthur Sullivan

Sir Arthur Sullivan, a renowned British composer, is best known for his collaborations with W.S. Gilbert on numerous operettas and operas. His musical works are celebrated for their beautiful melodies and rich harmonies, having a profound impact on music history. more

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