I've written arrangements for choirs and strings in the…
“I've written arrangements for choirs and strings in the past, but I usually write music with my voice or a keyboard and then I'll get someone who is good at writing scores to write it out. Or, if I have the luxury of time, I will go in a room and hear the people perform and then change it through what I hear, not on paper. I can read music OK, but I probably rebelled a little - music changes into something else when you read it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The artist prefers improvisational, auditory creation over written scores, allowing music to evolve organically during performance.
In simple terms: She makes music by listening and adapting, not by notation.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize listening and flexibility in creative work.
Themes
creativity
improvisation
collaboration
process
Mood
experimental
inspired
Type
artistic
process
When to use this quote
- studio recording
- live performance
- composition workshops
Key Concepts
Music theory
embodiment
technology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does real‑time feedback change your art?
- Can improvisation replace traditional notation?
A Different Perspective
May lack precision for complex arrangements.