Building Quote by Andres Segovia
“When one puts up a building one makes an elaborate scaffold to get everything into its proper place. But when one takes the scaffold down, the building must stand by itself with no trace of the means by which it was erected. That is how a musician should work.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Guitarist Andres Segovia, 1975
A creator must remove the support structures after creation, leaving a self‑sufficient work.
In simple terms: Remove the scaffolding after building.
Key Takeaway
Create works that stand on their own.
Themes
creativity
self‑reliance
craftsmanship
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- musical composition
- software development
- architectural design
- teaching
- public speaking
Key Concepts
process
minimalism
autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure your work remains understandable without visible aids?
- What supports can you keep hidden yet essential?
A Different Perspective
If the underlying support is hidden, audiences may miss essential context.
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