So it became in my mind a nine-carol service; an oratorio…
“So it became in my mind a nine-carol service; an oratorio and orchestral concert all in one, but with narration. That's something I've learned about, because it's the story that keeps you in there. I wrote a libretto and I gave it to John Du Prez. We normally don't work in this fashion but I said off you go, and he went off for about three months. He brought me back this demo which blew my mind.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Describes a hybrid musical‑narrative project, emphasizing story as the unifying element.
In simple terms: Story ties together music and narration.
Key Takeaway
Let narrative guide your creative process.
Themes
creativity
collaboration
storytelling
Mood
inspired
analytical
Type
process
creative
When to use this quote
- stage productions
- audio‑visual projects
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
musical theatre
libretto writing
Questions to Reflect On
- What story drives your current project?
- How do you balance narrative and musical freedom?
A Different Perspective
Too much focus on story can limit musical innovation.