Olivier Messiaen quotes

Olivier Messiaen was a French composer, organist, and ornithologist celebrated for his unique musical language and spiritual inspirations. His works incorporate complex rhythms, unusual scales, and the sounds of birdsong. He influenced generations of composers and remains a towering figure of twentieth-century classical music. Here are 5 of his quotes:

The human being is flesh and consciousness, body and soul; his heart is an abyss which can only be filled by that which is godly. (Olivier Messiaen)
No one should be allowed to make music as if he were made of wood. One must reproduce the musical text exactly, but not play like a stone. View quote
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My faith is the grand drama of my life. I'm a believer, so I sing words of God to those who have no faith. View quote
Olivier Messiaen
I give bird songs to those who dwell in cities and have never heard them, make rhythms for those who know only military marches or jazz, and paint colors for those who see none. View quote
Olivier Messiaen
Music is motion from nonrest to rest. View quote
Olivier Messiaen

Olivier Messiaen

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Occupation: French Composer
Born: December 10, 1908
Died: April 27, 1992
Quotes count: 5
Wikipedia: Olivier Messiaen

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