For time not only moves inexorable forward, as the…
“For time not only moves inexorable forward, as the underlying grid to our personal chronicle, but is manipulated by our psychic needs and natures into various images of timelessness and timeliness. Transient moments suddenly expand, visions of infinity intervene, notes and phrases become outlets of fantasy, escape, recollection, or omen. The music travels on two planes, chronological time and psychological time. Both planes are essential and must be abundantly represented.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Time is experienced both physically and psychologically, shaping how music is perceived and created.
In simple terms: Time has two layers: clock and mind.
Key Takeaway
Recognize both time dimensions.
Themes
time
music
perception
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- composing
- listening
- teaching
- performance analysis
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
temporal experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you feel time in your practice?
- Can you separate chronological and psychological time?
A Different Perspective
May be abstract for practical musicians.