Klarinet Archive - Posting 000362.txt from 2003/03

From: The Ciompi Family <deal5@-----.net>
Subj: Re: [kl] Anger / Frustration
Date: Sat, 8 Mar 2003 00:21:51 -0500

Just to clarify:
Nadia Boulanger was a guru to composers back in the '20's, 30's and
into the '70's. She had a studio in France where composers from
everywhere came to sit at her feet and learn from eachother. Among her
most famous pupils were Americans; Aaron Copland, Roy Harris and Virgil
Thompson come to mind.
Clearly, this is a quote from a professional musician, intended for
the ears of others intent on dedicating their life to this field.

Gil Guerrero wrote:

> Many have made the point about commitment and dedication but I
> thought I would trot out the old quote from Nadia Boulanger:
>
> "Do not take up music unless you would rather die than not do so."
>
> Best to all on the list.
>
> --
> Gil Guerrero
> gilster@-----.com
>
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