Funny Quote by Bernard Parmegiani
“I do consider sounds as living things.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Sound and Perception, 1972
Sounds are treated as living entities, implying they have agency or vitality.
In simple terms: Sounds are like living things.
Key Takeaway
Listen actively to the character of sound.
Themes
sound perception
artistic philosophy
creativity
sensory experience
Mood
artistic
introspective
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- music composition
- sound design
- audio engineering
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
aesthetics
phenomenology
music theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personifying sound affect your listening?
- What creative possibilities arise from this view?
A Different Perspective
Treating sounds as alive may overlook their physical nature.
