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“I string sounds together. But to string them I have to remember a bunch of old ones I heard somewhere and then juggle them into a new rhythm and shape.” quote by Frank Loesser
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“I string sounds together. But to string them I have to remember a bunch of old ones I heard somewhere and then juggle them into a new rhythm and shape.”

Frank Loesser

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New York Times, 1962, Frank Loesser on songwriting

He describes songwriting as assembling familiar sounds into new rhythmic structures.

In simple terms: He likens songwriting to combining old sounds into fresh patterns.

Key Takeaway

Create music by remixing familiar elements.

Themes

creativity music composition

Mood

inspired analytical

Type

artistic educational

When to use this quote

  • songwriting workshops
  • musical improvisation
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

melodic synthesis artistic remix

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance homage and innovation?
  • What sources inspire your musical ideas?
A Different Perspective

Originality may be limited by over‑reliance on existing material.

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