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Distaste Quote by David Antin

“While I've had a great distaste for what's usually called song in modern poetry or for what's usually called music, I really don't think of speech as so far from song.” quote by David Antin
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“While I've had a great distaste for what's usually called song in modern poetry or for what's usually called music, I really don't think of speech as so far from song.”

David Antin

About This Quote

Source Interview: Poetry and Music, David Antin, 1995

He sees speech and song as closely related, despite his dislike for modern poetic song or music.

In simple terms: Speech and song are similar.

Key Takeaway

Recognize rhythm in everyday speech.

Themes

art language perception

Mood

contemplative analytical

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • creative writing
  • teaching
  • performance
  • analysis

Key Concepts

aesthetics phonetics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does rhythm affect communication?
  • Can speech become song?
A Different Perspective

His distaste for modern music may bias his view.

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