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I wanted to try to make songs that worked as songs, not…

“I wanted to try to make songs that worked as songs, not just as productions. People wanted me to do a solo acoustic session, they were like "Can you play song on the piano?" and I was like "Not really. It doesn't really work." I wanted to write songs that would work in a variation of…” quote by Katie Stelmanis
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“I wanted to try to make songs that worked as songs, not just as productions. People wanted me to do a solo acoustic session, they were like "Can you play song on the piano?" and I was like "Not really. It doesn't really work." I wanted to write songs that would work in a variation of instrumentation.”

Katie Stelmanis

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She seeks to create songs that stand on their own musically, not merely as production showcases, preferring flexible arrangements over forced acoustic versions.

In simple terms: Write songs that work in any instrument setting.

Key Takeaway

Focus on musical integrity over gimmicks.

Themes

creativity authenticity musicality flexibility

Mood

artistic reflective

Type

musical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • studio recording
  • live performance
  • collaborative projects
  • genre blending

Key Concepts

songwriting arrangement production philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can versatility enhance a song’s lifespan?
  • What challenges arise when refusing a popular format?
A Different Perspective

May limit commercial appeal if not tailored to trends.

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